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Ghent Weekend Escape
Looking for the perfect weekend escape in Belgium? Ghent has it all—history, charm, and walkable beauty. This 2-day itinerary is your ultimate guide to discovering the city’s must-see landmarks, hidden gems, and local flavors.
Irene
Sep 85 min read


Peak District Weekend Escape
This weekend escape blends natural beauty with rich history. The Peak District offers a perfect mix of adventure and relaxation.
Irene
Aug 315 min read


Yorkshire Dales in 3 days
This is the perfect long weekend escape to do in the UK either during a bank holiday or taking one day off. Yorkshire Dales 2-Day...
Irene
Jul 204 min read


Isle of Skye in 4 days
Skye is an incredible place, with breathtaking landscapes, peculiar rock formations and fairy-tale waterfalls. Get ready to discover an...
Irene
Jun 87 min read


Valencia Weekend Escape
Valencia is one of the easiest and more convenient places to go for a weekend escape.
Irene
Feb 266 min read


Tenerife in 5 days
If I am being honest, when I booked my flights to Tenerife I was not sure what to expect. I was a bit afraid that it was going to be one...
Irene
Feb 57 min read


Lanzarote in 5 days
Lanzarote in 5 days
Irene
Jan 225 min read


Dorset Weekend Escape
Dorset has one of the most beautiful coast and countryside areas of the UK. It is the perfect holiday destination for a week or even as a...
Irene
Dec 1, 20245 min read


Menorca in 6 days
All the summers of my childhood were spent in Menorca and the memories that I have are so special. This is for me without a doubt the...
Irene
Oct 3, 20248 min read


Zadar Weekend Escape
Zadar and the surrounding area so here is the perfect itinerary for a weekend escape
Irene
Aug 21, 20245 min read


Lausanne Weekend Escape
Lausanne on the shore of Lake Geneva surrounded by vineyards, it can be the perfect place for a weekend escape.
Irene
Aug 7, 20243 min read


Sirmione Weekend Escape
Sirnione can be the perfect place for a relaxing weekend escape. This thermal town located in a thin peninsula that comes out into Lake...
Irene
Jun 26, 20245 min read


Belfast Weekend Escape
Belfast used to be known for all the wrong reasons…but a lot has changed in recent years and it is actually one of the nicest cities to...
Irene
Apr 21, 20244 min read


Gdansk Weekend Escape
Dlugi targ Gdansk is without a doubt one of the prettiest cities on the Baltic Sea. This small city in the north of Poland is sometimes...
Irene
Dec 13, 20235 min read


North of Croatia and Slovenia road trip
This is one of the best road trips we have ever done. It basically has it all! Incredible nature, cute cities and nice gastronomy!...
Irene
Oct 22, 202312 min read
Top 10 things to visit in Iceland
This is a list of the things that I loved visiting the most in Iceland. I have left out some “must” or hot spots in this list just...
Irene
Aug 11, 20233 min read


Malaga Weekend Escape
Looking for a sunny weekend getaway? Málaga is just the spot. With its mix of beaches, history, great food and laid-back vibes, this...
Irene
Aug 2, 20234 min read


Santiago de Compostela Weekend Escape
Santiago de Compostela has its origins in the shrine of Saint James the Great and it is the destination of the Catholic pilgrimage route.
Irene
Jul 24, 20233 min read


Puglia and Matera in 4 days
A four day road trip around Puglia & Matera is an excellent option if you want to avoid the “usual” Italy itinerary overcrowded with tourist
Irene
May 21, 20235 min read


Iceland 5 day Road Trip
If you like travelling this is a trip that you should do once in your lifetime. Some of most incredible landscapes of the world are in...
Irene
May 4, 20238 min read


Madeira in 4 days
When to go? All year round as the weather in Madeira is really mild! The hottest months are July, August and September. However, note...
Irene
Mar 15, 20236 min read


Vienna Weekend Escape
Vienna to me is synonymous with incredible palaces and beautiful buildings all around the city. It is also home of the famous schnitzel, the
Irene
Sep 15, 20225 min read


Pula and Rovinj Weekend Escape
While the south of Croatia is well known and very touristic, the north of Croatia is often overlooked andthat is a huge mistake!
Irene
Aug 25, 20224 min read


Krakow Weekend Escape
Last time I went to Krakow was 8 years ago and even though I liked it and I enjoyed my time there, I must recognise that this time I have...
Irene
Aug 13, 20225 min read


Ljubljana and Lake Bled Weekend Escape
Ljubljana is lively and fun and Lake Bled is just a mix of calm vibes and a relaxing nature.
Irene
Aug 4, 20225 min read


Nice and Côte d’Azur in 3 days
I think everyone has dreamed about going on holiday to the French Riviera and to be honest after visiting, I can perfectly understand why.
Irene
Jul 5, 20224 min read


Plitvice National Park useful tips
Plitvice National Park is one of the most beautiful places that I have ever been, it literally looks out of this world and it seems...
Irene
Jun 12, 20223 min read


Mallorca Weekend Escape
Mallorca is an island that has it all… from impressive beaches, to incredible mountains and amazing cuisine.
Irene
May 31, 20224 min read


Biarritz and surrounding area in 3 days
Biarritz is famous for being the place where the wealthy spend their summer vacations.
Irene
May 25, 20225 min read


Granada Weekend Escape
Granada is the place where the Moorish and Christian cultures meet among the mountains and the greenery.
Irene
May 18, 20224 min read
Cordoba Weekend Escape
Cordoba can be a great stop on your trip around the south of Spain or it can be a great weekend escape as well.
Irene
May 10, 20224 min read


Tuscany Road trip in 4 days
Best time to go: the best time to go is either in spring (April and May) or late summer to early Autumn (September and October). The...
Irene
Apr 12, 20226 min read


Norwich Weekend Escape
When to go: any season can be good to visit Norwich, we went in January and even though it was cold it was still nice, especially when...
Irene
Feb 3, 20223 min read


Naples Weekend Escape
When to go: I suggest avoiding the months of July and August as it gets too hot. If you are only visiting Naples, you can do so any month...
Irene
Jan 25, 20225 min read


The Amalfi Coast in 4 days
When to go: One of the most important things to take into account when booking this trip is that the ferries only run from the beginning...
Irene
Dec 4, 20214 min read


Best things to do in Milos
I can ensure you that if you visit Milos, you will want to go back. This island has stolen my heart and I cannot wait to go back.
Irene
Oct 23, 20216 min read


Santorini and Milos in 8 days
General advice: try to visit the Greek islands in June or September to avoid the crowds in July and August. Also, the temperatures are...
Irene
Oct 16, 20219 min read


Edinburgh Weekend Escape
Edinburgh is a city that you shouldn’t miss, either for a weekend escape or as the start of your Scottish road trip. This city,...
Irene
Sep 2, 20214 min read


Oxford Weekend Escape
Oxford is a great option for a weekend escape and one of my favourite cities to visit in England.
Irene
Aug 17, 20213 min read


Madrid Weekend Escape
Madrid, apart from having beautiful architecture and one of the biggest museums in the world (El Prado), is a great place for a...
Irene
Jul 5, 20216 min read


Bath Weekend Escape
Bath is such a beautiful city, I love the fact that all the buildings seem to match each other and the victorian film vibe that you get...
Irene
Jun 15, 20214 min read


South Devon in 5 days
Our trip to South Devon was a fantastic experience, to start with we enjoyed fantastic weather and that always helps. We found loads of...
Irene
May 31, 20216 min read


Portugal Road Trip in 7 days
During the summer of 2020 after changing our holidays around 4 times due to COVID and quarantines, we ended up doing a road trip around...
Irene
May 22, 20219 min read


The Lake District in 3 days
The Lake District is an area in the north-west of England very well known by English people but still a bit unknown for the rest of the...
Irene
May 6, 20214 min read


Brighton Weekend Escape
Brighton is a great city to visit during a sunny weekend. The journey from London is really short and only takes about an hour with...
Irene
Apr 26, 20212 min read


Faversham & Rochester Weekend Escape
Best time to go: I would recommend to go on a sunny summer day if possible. If not spring and autumn are good times to visit as well....
Irene
Apr 11, 20213 min read


London in 4 days
Best time to go: May and July are probably the best months to visit London but none can ensure you that it will not be raining!! General...
Irene
Mar 3, 20215 min read


Zurich Weekend Escape
Best time to go: Zurich during the summer is great and you can enjoy sunny days and a perfect temperature without getting too hot! The...
Irene
Mar 3, 20213 min read


Venice Weekend Escape
Best time to go: October and November are probably the best months to visit the city, obviously you’re still going to find touristA...
Irene
Mar 3, 20214 min read


Stockholm Weekend Escape
Best time to go: July and August are the best months to visit the nordics. Very long days with incredibly long sunlight hours and very...
Irene
Mar 3, 20212 min read
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