Situated in Central Europe, this German-speaking country oozes with imperial charm, natural beauty, rugged alpine terrain and cool fresh air. Austria is an absolute dream for nature loving outdoor enthusiasts, with skiing and hiking being its main attractions with tourists. Austria also caters to high-brow culturists looking to take in classical music concerts, operas and eating […]
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Travelling Around Austria By Train
Travelling by rail is ultimately my favourite way to navigate through a country’s picturesque landscapes. Sitting back in complete comfort as the train makes its way through lush green valleys, around towering mountains and passing by cute little villages, you’ll realize how much travelling by train is really the best way to make your way […]
7 Reasons Why You Must Visit Germany
During my visit to Germany, I made my way from the southern regions of Bavaria, which is home to Munich and The Alps near the infamous Neuschwanstein Castle, all the way up to the bustling port city of Hamburg in the north region of Lower Saxony, situated near Denmark. As I made my way through […]
Valletta, Malta – 2018 European Capital Of Culture
Sitting high up on a hilly peninsula between two impressive natural harbours smack dab in the Mediterranean Sea, Malta’s beautiful fortified golden city, Valletta, is nothing short of breathtaking. With approximately 320 monuments situated within its less than one square kilometre walls, Valletta is considered one of the most historically concentrated cities in the entire […]
Falling In Love With Reykjavík – Iceland’s Vibrant & Hip Capital City
“Reyka-what?” Ahh, Reykjavík. Iceland’s capital of all things effortlessly hip and cool (it is the world’s most northern capital city after all), with its brightly painted buildings in an array of colours, quirky architecture that ranges from dynamic modern to traditional Scandinavian designs, eclectic street art, a vibrant nightlife and music scene and extremely creative people. […]
Travel Throwback – My First Taste Of Travelling Overseas
I was cleaning out my closet a few weeks ago when I came across a humongous box that was filled to the brink with old photos, albums and a ton of negatives. I sat cross legged and curiously opened each photo envelope only to discover eight packs of photos and negatives from my first overseas…ever! […]
Volcanoes, Icebergs & Waterfalls – Iceland, Here I Come!
For as long as I can remember, Iceland has always been my number one dream destination. I’ve been dreaming of exploring the Land of Fire and Ice since the age of sixteen, so I don’t want to be that person that says, “I’ve wanted to go there before it was cool,” BUT…I’m going to go […]
Crossing The Famous Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge
The Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge has been intriguing visitors for years with its stunning views and thrilling suspension bridge that you can cross. The Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge spans 20 metres (66ft) and is 30 metres (98ft) above the rocks and water below and connects the mainland with the little island of Carrick-a-Rede. Salmon fishermen have been […]
Spending A Gorgeous Autumn Day Visiting Neuschwanstein Castle
Ever since I first saw a photo of Neuschwanstein Castle surrounded by bright autumn leaves, I knew I had to visit it during that time of year. When I booked my trip to Germany, I purposely researched the time of year that the autumn foliage would be at its peak, so that I could be […]
Sea, Sun, History & Culture…Colourful Malta Has It All
Since returning from a week solo overseas in Malta, I can’t stop gushing about the country. Commonly referred to as the Pearl of the Mediterranean Sea, Malta is highly underrated as a European destination by many, whether it be from not knowing where Malta is on the map, or lack of knowledge as to what […]