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Welcome to Our Travel Blog

Welcome to a world where every journey tells a story! Whether you’re an avid globetrotter or a daydreamer longing for far-off lands, our blog is your gateway to inspiring travel stories that capture the essence of exploration. Here, we delve into the heart of each destination, sharing tales of adventure, cultural encounters, and the unforgettable moments that make travel so enriching.

Why Travel Stories Matter

Travel is more than just visiting new places—it’s about the stories that unfold along the way. From navigating bustling markets in Marrakech to hiking the serene trails of the Swiss Alps, every adventure leaves us with memories and lessons that shape who we are. Our travel stories are meant to inspire, inform, and ignite your wanderlust, providing a personal glimpse into the diverse experiences that make each journey unique.

What You Can Expect

On this blog, you’ll find a treasure trove of travel stories that span continents and cultures. We cover everything from hidden gems and must-see landmarks to off-the-beaten-path adventures. Each story is carefully crafted to not only transport you to a new place but also to offer practical tips and insights that will help you plan your next adventure.

So, whether you’re seeking inspiration for your next trip, or simply enjoy reading about faraway places, we invite you to join us on this journey. Together, let’s explore the world, one story at a time.

Get ready to immerse yourself in the art of travel storytelling. Your next adventure is just a click away!
Romania
Travelling in Sighișoara – Romania Travelling in Sighișoara A night train, a dreadful first impression and ten days in a town we almost left immediately After a week in Budapest it was time to move on, so we packed our bags and headed to the station for the overnight train […]

Sighisoara Romania – Travel Stories

Budapest Hungary | Statue Park
Memento Park – Budapest Memento Park – Budapest Lenin, Stalin’s boots and a very unusual collection of Hungarian history After a few days exploring central Budapest, eating extremely well and becoming rather comfortable with our evening drinks in the square near the apartment, we decided it was time to head […]

Memento Park Budapest Hungary – Travel Stories

Budapest Hungary Travel Guide
Budapest – Vodka, Drains and a Rather Dramatic Arrival Budapest Vodka, emergency vehicles, bad drains and a city we liked immediately Geneva – Briefly From Lyon we caught the train to Geneva, where we spent the night in an exorbitantly expensive and extremely sterile hostel. It did absolutely nothing to […]

A Week in Budapest

A Vagabond Life: Ultimate Travel Guide
A Journey Through France A Journey Through France From Perpignan to Lyon via the Pyrenees, Dordogne and Jura Our travels through France moved between the grand and the quietly unassuming, pairing ancient monuments with gentle countryside and the occasional moment of mild bewilderment. We began in Perpignan, where Salvador Dalí […]

A Journey Through France – The Ultimate Guide

A Trip Through Spain From Gaudí’s masterpieces in Barcelona to medieval Aínsa, stormy San Sebastián and the historic Camino starting point of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port Spain Travel Guides Barcelona Spain Travel Guide Barcelona, Spain Our journey through Spain began in the vibrant city of Barcelona, where we arrived after a long flight […]

Spain to Bangkok 2009

Saigon, Vietnam: A Little Luxury at the End of the Road The Caravelle, rooftop drinks, fabulous French food and the end of our first journey through Vietnam We arrived back in Saigon after an uneventful bus journey down from Da Lat, and the first thing that hit us was the […]

Saigon, Vietnam: A Little Luxury at the End of the ...

Da Lat, Vietnam: Night Buses, Broken Pipes and Bad Wine From a Vietnamese sleeper bus to the cool hills of Da Lat The Vietnamese night bus, my dear friends, is a truly remarkable thing. It is taller than your average bus and inside, instead of normal seats, there are rows […]

Da Lat, Vietnam: A Journey into the Highlands

Hoi An: Trains, Tailors & Vietnamese Coffee A spectacular railway, ancient streets, fabulous food and our first Vietnamese night bus We caught the train from Hue to Da Nang, with Hoi An our final destination. I had heard whispers about the train journey south and had stumbled across an obscure […]

Hoi An, Vietnam: Trains, Tailors and Tiny Chairs

Hue: Imperial Cities, Misty Streets & Bun Bo Hue Hue: Imperial Cities, Misty Streets & Bun Bo Hue Emperors, French food, ancient walls and a very good bowl of noodles Given this was a relatively short trip, and in the interests of saving time, we flew to Hue. Overland travel […]

Hue: Imperial Cities, Misty Streets & Bun Bo Hue

Saigon: Markets, Motorbikes & the Art of Crossing the Road Saigon: Markets, Motorbikes & the Art of Crossing the Road Street food, colonial landmarks and our introduction to Vietnam It was time for another adventure. This time we decided to stay a little closer to home and head into our […]

Vietnam 2008

Paris: The Louvre, Montmartre & a Rough Arrival Paris: The Louvre, Montmartre & a Rough Arrival A rough arrival, a bowl of pho and our last few days in Europe The next morning we packed up our little tent, threw everything into the car and headed for Blois. The plan […]

Paris: The Louvre, Montmartre & a Rough Arrival

Across Burgundy: Autun, Semur & Avallon Across Burgundy: Autun, Semur & Avallon Roman towns, medieval villages, old battlefields and a surprising amount of closed restaurants We set off from the Dordogne with Autun in Burgundy as our next destination, a drive that would take us north-east across the Massif Central. […]

Across Burgundy: Autun, Semur & Avallon

Avignon and the Pont du Gard Avignon and the Pont du Gard Popes, Roman aqueducts and a French bus system that appeared to be largely decorative I woke slightly disoriented and more than slightly groggy. For a few seconds I had absolutely no idea where I was. Then it came […]

Avignon, Pont du Gard & a Missing Bus

A Vagabond Life: The Ultimate Travel Guide
Walking the Cinque Terre: Riomaggiore to Vernazza Walking the Cinque Terre Riomaggiore, Corniglia, Vernazza and an unexpected change of plans We set off very early from Venice, first catching the train to Florence, where we made a quick change, and then continuing on to Genoa. At Genoa station we left […]

Walking the Cinque Terre: Riomaggiore, Corniglia & Vernazza

Back in Venice: Returning to La Serenissima Back in Venice Returning to La Serenissima and the city I once called home We were up early and headed for Termini, Rome’s main train station. It took us rather longer to leave the B&B than planned because our hostess had decided we […]

Back in Venice: Returning to La Serenissima

Rome
Back in Rome: Returning to Italy and Rediscovering the Eternal City Back in Rome Returning to Italy and rediscovering the Eternal City After a few years away from Italy, I was itching to get back. I had lived there for a couple of years and it was one of those […]

Italy 2007 – Rome

Lake Tahoe’s Vibrant Season: A Journey Through Nature and Adventure Lake Tahoe’s Vibrant Season A Journey Through Nature and Adventure Nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Lake Tahoe is a quintessential destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers. When I visited this picturesque locale in spring, it was a delightful […]

Exploring Lake Tahoe USA – Travel Stories

Springtime in New York: Exploring Iconic Sights and Hidden Delights Springtime in New York Exploring Iconic Sights and Hidden Delights Spring in New York City is a magical time, with the city coming to life as the weather warms and the trees begin to bloom. I had always dreamed of […]

Spring in New York City – Travel Stories

From Italy to America: A Journey Through Las Vegas, California, and Beyond From Italy to America A Journey Through Las Vegas, California, and Beyond When living in Italy, my flatmate Taryn had to return to the USA for her brother’s graduation, so I decided to go as well. It felt […]

Vegas To Tahoe – The Ultimate USA Road Trip