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Europe, Festival, Shopping

Peek into the magical world of Nuremberg Christmas Market in Bavaria

December 3, 2017 by Zoe Dawes 5 Comments
Nuremberg Christmas Market (Christkindlesmarkt) is one of the most famous in the world. Every year thousands of visitors throng its crowded streets, craning over each other to get a glimpse of the Christkind, admiring the Christmas decorations, shopping for presents, quaffing mulled wine and enjoying this festive atmosphere. Christmas Baubles...
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Accommodation, Cumbria, Holiday

The joy of a charming cottage with a cosy fire in beautiful Cumbria

November 29, 2017 by Zoe Dawes 10 Comments
Fire at Rose Cottage Elterwater There’s something very special about sitting by an open fire on a chilly night, logs crackling, coal sizzling, flames dancing brightly as the heat radiates out around the room. Maybe there’s a pre-historic memory of sitting in cave round a fire, protected from the sabre-toothed...
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Holiday, Infographic, UK

What are Britain’s ULTIMATE happy places and favourite holiday activities?

October 16, 2017 by Zoe Dawes 3 Comments
What makes you happy on holiday? Where are you happiest? Recent research by SACO shows that 2/3 of us would not bother to go abroad for our holidays if we could guarantee good weather. Our happy places include Cornwall and the Scottish Highlands and happy activities include a pub lunch...
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Europe, Holiday, World Travel Blogger

5 beautiful and different places in Europe you must visit

August 14, 2017 by Guest Author 3 Comments
In the next of the World Travel Blogger series, writer and sweetie lover Emily Johnson shares five of her favourite places in Europe. 5 beautiful places in Europe Europe is renowned for its unparalleled beauty and favourite tourist destinations include Paris, London, Amsterdam, Rome. Many famous places in Europe have their...
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Romantic hotspots in Croatia - Zagreb
Europe, Holiday, Top Tips

Check out 7 romantic hotspots for couples in Croatia

July 18, 2017 by Guest Author 5 Comments
Croatia, being one of the world’s most most romantic destinations, is sure to offer you the romantic break you and your partner deserve! Adventure into paradise and explore the wonders Croatia has to offer; from beaches to skilled winemaking, Croatia will not disappoint.   1. Zesty Zagreb Located in the...
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Agios Nikolaos - Lake Voulismeni,, Crete - photo Artemiy Pavlov
Europe, Holiday

5 Reasons to choose Crete for your Summer Holiday

May 18, 2017 by Guest Author 7 Comments
The summer holidays are fast approaching and with so many beautiful holiday destinations to visit, it can be overwhelming and difficult to choose. One of the most popular destinations for travelling is Crete. Being the largest of the Greek islands, it truly offers everything a holidaymaker could ever need for...
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Holiday, Interview, Scandinavia

5 romantic experiences with a difference in Scandinavia

February 10, 2017 by Zoe Dawes 5 Comments
Snowmobile in Finland You may not automatically think of Scandinavia when you the consider things to do around Valentine’s Day. A proposal on the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, a romantic dinner in Rome, a luxurious hotel in the Lake District or maybe a gentle stroll along a...
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Visited the splendidly restored @mackintoshatthewi Visited the splendidly restored @mackintoshatthewillow Tea Rooms on Sauchiehall Street in #Glasgow. designed by internationally renowned architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh, which opened for business in October 1903. 

I was last there 30 years ago - it looks much finer now. Plenty of people enjoying their magnificent afternoon tea 🥪🥮🍰🫖☕️👍 I had a delicious Scottish smoked salmon open sandwich and a glass of Sauvignon blanc - cheers!
Visited the Real Alcázar #Sevilla last week. Abso Visited the Real Alcázar #Sevilla last week. Absolutely stunning. As impressive as the Alhambra and relatively quiet in December @realalcazarsevilla 

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Enjoying the last days of #autumn. Easy to see why Enjoying the last days of #autumn. Easy to see why it’s called #fall in USA and other places … After the recent stormy weather everywhere here in SW Scotland is covered in rich tapestry of crimson, scarlet, russet, yellow, orange, auburn, green and many other autumnal leaf shades 🍁🍃🍂

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Lobster pots and fishing gear at the harbour on Ea Lobster pots and fishing gear at the harbour on Easedale Island where the ferry departs for Luing. Great views out to that island (famous for its eponymous cattle) and towards Mull. Spent a lovely day exploring the ‘Slate Isles’ in Western #Scotland. 

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Crofter’s (or possibly quarry worker’s) cottag Crofter’s (or possibly quarry worker’s) cottage on Easedale Island, one of the Hebridean Slate Isles in Western Scotland.
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