Tiles are something you probably associate with your kitchen or bathroom but take a walk around Lisbon or Porto and you’ll see that tiles, or “azulejos” as they are called in Portugal, are works of art, turning dull apartment blocks into outdoor galleries. An azulejo is a painted, tin-glazed ceramic tile, and “azulejaria”, the art…
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Best Bars & Famous Pubs in Dublin for a Pub Crawl (2026)
Ah Dublin, the land of Guinness and good (but messy) times. This is a city that promises a fantastic night out; after all, what happens in Dublin stays in Dublin. Whether you’re a fan of the brown stuff (Guinness) or prefer to sip on stylish cocktails in secret bunkers, the bars and pubs in Dublin are…
Crossing Portugal: the ultimate hostel guide
Have you noticed everyone is going to Portugal right now? It’s definitely having a moment! Filled with amazing beaches, captivating history, delicious food, lively nightlife and sun-soaked days – all at an affordable price. Give us one reason why we shouldn’t go? The list could go on forever, but you get the idea that Portugal…
The Body Coach’s recipe for Spanish Saussie
If you like a bit of Spanish sausage this one is perfect for you. It’s basically a one-tray breakfast that everyone can dig into. The chorizo gives this dish all its flavour but if you prefer normal sausages, feel free to swap them. Reduced-carb Prep: 10 mins Cook: 30 mins Ingredients 4 chorizo sausages, cut into…
The best restaurants in Lisbon to eat like a local
Portugal’s capital lives up to its reputation as an ‘it’ place in Europe, with elegant Pombaline architecture, more historical attractions than you can poke a stick at, and a magical glow come sundown. Oh yeah and food – it has mighty fine food. Whether you want to save or splurge (because let’s face it, if…
The best cafes in Stockholm for your fika fix
Swedes adore coffee, so it’s no wonder that there seems to be a café on every corner in Stockholm. Every afternoon, locals huddle in cafés for daily fika, a tradition of chatting over coffee and a cinnamon bun. I know you’re thinking, ‘what’s so special about that?’ but Sweden takes its fika seriously, to the point…
10 Best Places To Visit In Portugal If You’re Young And Broke
Oh HELLO land of stunning beaches, fairy-tale castles, buzzing cities and devilish little custard tarts! Portugal is an absolute gem of a country, a vibrant mix of old and new. If you’re broke AF, but still want to hit up Europe this summer, then Portugal has everything you need. Not only is the food incredible and…
10 essential things to do in Malmö to get a taste of Sweden
Often overlooked for Stockholm or Gothenburg, the southern Swedish city of Malmö is a lively mix of historic architecture, modern cafe culture and Scandi cool design. Sweden’s third largest city is just a quick 40 minute train journey from Copenhagen over the Øresund Bridge. These are 10 things to do in Malmö when you’re visiting…
Want a more authentic travel experience in Lisbon? Be a responsible tourist
Tourism injects money into local economies, creates new jobs and helps to improve a city’s infrastructure. But what happens when tourism is so successful a city struggles to support the influx of visitors? Lisbon is one such city. Visitors are drawn by the cheap prices, warm climate and ancient neighbourhoods but a sharp increase in…
The best places to visit in Germany as recommended by travel bloggers
Germany is the home of backpackers. Rock up to any hostel, anywhere on the globe and you’re guaranteed to meet some German wanderlustees – (let’s just pretend that’s a word!) With Germans exploring the globe, it seems about time that the rest of us explore Germany! From city metropolises to coastal towns to historic castles, there is…
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