Unlike the nearby capital, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv is modern, liberal and relaxed. With a disorganised charm, miles of pristine beaches, amazing street food and a booming art scene, it’s hard not to enjoy your stay here. If you are visitng Tel Aviv on a budget there is...
I've been lucky to spend a LOT of time in Israel thanks to a chance meeting with an Israeli while travelling....who then became my husband! I've visited the country multiple times and have even hiked the Israel National Trail (and had a bestselling book published...
I couldn't believe it. Here I was.....about to swim with the gigantic Mafia Island Whale Sharks! ‘Jump, jump’ the captain yelled at us and the 4 other tourists that were on the traditional dhow boat. I put my mask on and ungraciously stuck my legs over the side,...
There were so many memories, so many views, so much to see and do that a handful of photos are not enough to capture my timing on walking 1000km the length of Israel. But it was fun trying to pick out the best ones! Here's are 25 photos that will make you want to hike...
The one place that really stood out from my visit to Turkey was Cappadocia. It was relaxed, approachable and friendlier. The region is home to one of the world's most unique landscapes from pinnacles, valleys and rose-coloured sands. It's also a very cheap place to...
Most tourists head to Cappadocia to do a hot air balloon ride and for good reason. It's spectacular! To make sure you get the best deal and experience I put together this blog: Cappadocia hot air balloon price and other tips. Make sure you also check out Things to do...
I'm not the biggest drinker in the world so actually wasn't so excited about Oktoberfest. I mainly signed up because I had a group of friends going and could get there quickly via train as I was already in Amsterdam. I thought I would struggle with the excessive...
“Happy f**king Independence Day, everybody!” some guy shouted across the packed campsite, waking me up on the first morning of Glastonbury Festival. I clambered out of my tent, thinking it was a joke. But the stunned campers, all frantically checking their phones,...
I literally don't have words for Gloucester's Coopers Hil Cheese Rolling Festival......it really does have to be seen to be believed! Despite numerous attempts to close down this historic event, I'm happy to say that it's still going strong. No question, this has to...
I put together this comprehensive itinerary for 2 weeks in Japan based on my first time visiting the country (with a few tweaks based on my subsequent visits). I've shared what were the highlights and what you should leave out....specifically for someone visiting...
When a good friend offered a last minute opportunity to join her on a road trip to Cornwall, I jumped at the chance. Apart from a short visit to Newquay years ago, I have never been. I had heard so much good stuff about this little slice of land on the edge of the...
Being a vegan or vegetarian in Japan is definitely not easy at times. I knew that fish featured highly in Japanese cusine, but it amazed me just how much food contained meat and fish. Often, it was small amounts put into sauces or condiments, which meant you must be...
