Six hours north of Hanoi, sitting just below China, Sapa has become famous with travelers due to the breathtaking landscape and for the chance to get fully immersed into a truly unique local culture. We spent 3 nights there in mid-February to explore what the region had to offer. Here is our round up of the best things to do in the region, from trekking through rice terraces to visiting different cultural villages.
Read moreULTIMATE TRAVEL GUIDE TO SAPA, VIETNAM - TREKKING, ITINERARY AND TIPS (2025 EDITION)
Sitting pretty in misty mountains of Northern Vietnam, with a beautiful blend of emerald rice terraces, impressive hiking trails and vibrant culture, it’s no wonder Sapa is at the top of every backpacker’s bucket list. This ultimate travel guide covers what to expect on your own trip to Sapa, how to get there, best time to visit, top things to do when you’re there, trekking tips, and a guideline 3-day Sapa itinerary to help you make the most of your stay.
Read moreSAPA, VIETNAM- TREKKING IN THE RICE FIELDS (2025)
We have recently just come back from a 7-month long backpacking trip and included in our travels was 5 weeks discovering the magic of Vietnam. Sitting firmly at the top of our bucket list for a good while now, we were so excited to finally see what all the fuss was about. We figured heading straight to Sapa, with its misty mountains and highland culture was a great place to start. Six hours north of Hanoi, sitting just below China, Sapa has become famous with travelers due to the breathtaking landscape and for the chance to get fully immersed into the local culture. We spent 3 nights there in mid-February to explore what the region had to offer.
Read moreSOUTH WEST IRELAND ROAD TRIP ITINERARY - THE BEST PLACES TO VISIT
Here we have given you a rough idea of how you can spend a week cruising around Ireland’s dreamy South West coast. This area is absolutely beautiful and gave us a true taste of the wild landscapes on the Emerald Isle. These were just a few of our favourite stops along the road trip, there is infinitely more to do and see than you would possibly have time for in a week. There is magic to be found in this corner of the world. The scenery is unmatched as is the friendly welcome that can be found in those cosy pubs and traditional restaurants. You can’t go wrong no matter which route you take.
Read moreEMBRACING SLOW TRAVEL - A CANAL BOAT ADVENTURE WITH ROAD HOUSE NARROWBOATS , WALES
The UK is home to a pretty special canal network that in the past was crucial to the country’s industry. Today, the canals lend the perfect opportunity to get out on the water and appreciate life in the slow lane. The summer is a dreamy time to jump aboard and live out that canal cruising fantasy conjured up from our Rosie and Jim watching childhood. Slowly cruising along sun-dappled stretches of water, with ducks for company and welcoming waves from the friendly houseboat community, offers a truly unique travel experience like no other. Throw in sun-drenched beer gardens, pretty villages and ample wildlife spotting along the way, and you’ve got the magic ingredients for a slow and relaxing summer adventure.
Read moreA WEEKEND GUIDE TO SWANSEA BAY, WALES
Sunburnt noses, balmy sea-swims and rows of towels lined out in the sand are scenes one conjures up when thinking of summers in the sunny Mediterranean. But, as we bob along the glistening sea atop our paddle boards, I have to remind myself that we are in fact in Wales, not Majorca. We’ve been invited along to Wales by Visit Swansea Bay, the official tourism board for Swansea, Mumbles and the Gower, to explore the best of what this little corner of the country has to offer.
Read moreA COUNTRYSIDE RETREAT ON THE WELSH BORDERS AT CYNEFIN RETREATS
I am a cabin retreat fanatic at this point. Give me a quirky accommodation and a heaped dose of countryside and I swoon. So, when my friend Emily suggested we take a little trip, I couldn’t have said yes quicker. After endless searching for the perfect getaway, Emily found Cynefin Retreats. Set amongst woodlands and lush meadows, Cynefin’s pods and lodges offer luxurious outdoor-indoor getaways. Set on the Welsh borders, with the nearest town of Hay-On-Wye, Cynefin is heaven for fellow countyside-seekers.
Read more21 PHOTOS TO INSPIRE YOU TO VISIT NORTHUMBERLAND
Northumberland is set up for adventuring, with a crazy gorgeous coastline, a magical national park and near-empty roads which make for the perfect road trip. What’s more, a 250 mile route has recently been created to help you discover the best of the most underrated corner of the UK. Suffice to say, it is most surprising indeed. Here’s 21 photos to inspire you to take on your own road trip around Northumberland.
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