Whilst the world-famous Broads National Park attracts a huge chunk of visitors to Norfolk, there is another tiny sliver of the county that shouldn’t be overlooked. The North Norfolk coast is an enchanting mixture of salt marshes, sandy beaches and wildlife havens. It’s an area that we instantly fell in love with and have happily … Read more
“Passports, please!” The police officer wandered over with a kind smile. He extended his hand, beckoning to us. We fumbled in our pockets and handed over our passports. “Ah, English! Welcome to Kosovo!” The officer beamed as he wandered back to his small guard post, which stood on a dusty lay beside the busy road. … Read more
During our trips to North Macedonia, we mostly travelled by bus, with hundreds of routes offering easy access to towns, cities and villages across the country. However, there is a small and efficient train network connecting Skopje with cities such as Veles, Bitola and Prilep. During our trip, we had arrived in Prilep from nearby … Read more
During our latest trip to North Macedonia, we spent a lot of time in the up-and-coming capital, Skopje. We instantly warmed to the city, enjoying the views from Skopje fortress and the winding streets of the Old Bazaar. However, we had a spare day in our itinerary and were keen to explore outside Skopje. Eventually, … Read more
Angle Tarn is one of the Lake District’s most charming bodies of water. On a windswept plateau nearly 500 metres above Ullswater, this humble lake is a popular destination for walkers seeking a short but rewarding hike from Patterdale. The murky waters of Angle Tarn are a feature of the fell known as Angletarn Pikes. … Read more
Cromer, on the beautiful North Norfolk coast, has everything you need for a classic British seaside break. A favourite haunt among surfers, fossil hunters and families alike, the town attracts visitors in their droves. Whilst summer is undoubtedly the most popular time to head to Cromer, we’ve been lucky enough to visit a few times … Read more
On the edge of rocky mountains in North Macedonia’s little-visited central region, Prilep offers a compelling alternative to the country’s better-known cities and towns. Whether you want to hike to hilltop castles or explore Ottoman bazaars, Prilep has plenty to offer the curious traveller and is well worth adding to your North Macedonia itinerary. We … Read more
Pristina, Europe’s youngest capital city, is an ever-growing maze of high-rise towers and traffic-heavy streets interspersed with thriving cafes and busy bars. Kosovo’s largest metropolis is slowly starting to attract a steady stream of overseas visitors, helped – in part – by its relatively low prices and improving transport connections. For first-time visitors to Pristina, … Read more
The Channel Islands are enjoying somewhat of a revival among British travellers looking for a hassle-free long weekend. With direct flights connecting both Guernsey and Jersey to the UK mainland, and plenty of ferries from England’s south coast, it has never been easier to visit. We explored Guernsey during an Easter weekend break, flying from … Read more
On a windswept hillside in the Yorkshire Dales, sandwiched between the iconic summits of Ingleborough and Pen-y-ghent, lies one of the UK’s most fascinating geological sites – the Norber Erratics. Over 100 sandstone boulders are strewn across the landscape among the patchwork of steep fields and snaking dry stone walls. From a distance, these eclectic … Read more
It was a crisp, late autumn day. A slight breeze whispered through the trees. Bright sunshine streamed through a cloudless sky. The village of Clapham was all but deserted. A postal van, its bright red paint caked in dried mud, trundled round the corner and bounced over the small stone bridge. A man in a … Read more
Flanked by distant mountains and rolling, forested hills, Prizren is one of Kosovo’s most picturesque cities. It’s a firm fixture on most itineraries for visitors exploring Europe’s newest country, with travellers drawn in by postcard-worthy scenes of ancient bridges and towering fortresses. We have been lucky enough to visit Prizren twice – in 2015 and … Read more