Scotland’s capital is not only a haven for festivals, castles and haunted stories… it’s also renowned for being one of the world’s most welcoming cities. As you stroll through its cobbled streets and spend the afternoon in one of its traditional pubs meeting locals, you’ll realise that it’s hard to get bored here. If you…
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10 reasons why Malaga is the alternative city break of the year
Confession: Malaga may have been an afterthought when planning our Spanish adventures in the past. But who can blame us when big boys like Granada and Seville have hogged the limelight for so many years? All we can say now is, Malaga. Has. ARRIVED. Not only is it the warmest city in mainland Europe, it…
What One Thing Should You Eat in these 14 European Countries?
Europe is so much more than just ancient history, kings and queens, castles and churches. Europe is also home to some of the tastiest and most interesting food in the world – but what should you eat and where? What are some examples of traditional European food? Let us show you the way… 1. Palacinky…
10 Cheap Destinations in Europe
Holidays are just around the corner and if you are among those who still don’t know where to go but are sure it should be somewhere close and cheap, we have good news: today we are going to tell you about 10 cheap destinations in Europe, where you could travel to this July and August…
Where to stay in Berlin: your neighbourhood bible
Unlike cities such as Paris and Amsterdam, Berlin doesn’t have a true centre. Or rather, it has lots of them. This is probably due to its vast size and the fact it spent decades as two cities during the Cold War. This quirk is today one of the city’s best features, and the reason so…
What to Eat in Lisbon: Tips on Typical Portuguese Cuisine
If one says ‘what to eat in Lisbon’, codfish immediately comes to mind, this is true, in fact legend has it that they have at least 365 different recipes for cooking it, one for each day of the year, but in reality there are many other typical Lisbon dishes! This culinary journey starts with the…
Best Places to Visit in Spain for Backpackers
Spain is a DREAM of a country for backpackers, with stunning nature, buzzing cities, glorious weather, amazing surf, sociable hostels and all sorts of heavenly cheap food. One of the best things about Spain is that you can travel with relative ease between the towns and cities that scatter this epic country. The sheer number…
Cheap getaway to Barcelona: Weekend for less than €100
There’s no doubt that Barcelona is an increasingly popular city with tourists, but that has meant that prices have risen. Would you like to make a weekend getaway to Barcelona without spending all your savings? Then don’t miss out on the suggestions we have to help you organise the perfect weekend break without dying trying…
Free Museums In London: Chamber Pots, Board Games & An Overstuffed Walrus
Everybody knows that London has some of the best museums in the world, but did you also know that most of them are completely *FREE* to visit? Whether you’re obsessed with dinosaurs, or have a thing for quirky chamber pots, this city is overflowing with extraordinary exhibits just waiting to be explored. Here’s our pick of…
The Best Art Galleries In London – From Van Gogh To Banksy
If you like art in all its forms, London is one of the greatest cities in the world to explore. With exhibitions of classic and contemporary art, sculpture, graffiti, photography and illustration, there are dozens of places to see art in London, housed in everything from magnificent historical buildings to converted power stations, listed pavilions and…