Our European summer adventures
I love photography because of the memories it captures. But when those photos just remain on your hard drive, it’s easy to forget them. Looking back over the photographs we’ve … Read more
Travel
We haven’t been everywhere, but we’re working on it! We did the whole back-packing thing a while ago, so now we like to travel a little more comfortably. Read on for travel tips and stories of Europe, America, Asia, Africa and Australia and the South Pacific… so far!
How to explore Scotland’s Loch Lomond without a car
Visiting a loch while you’re here is surely on everyone’s list when they plan a trip to Scotland. But if you’re not planning on driving, the more remote lochs will … Read more
Where to eat in Toronto, Canada – 5 must-eat venues in the TO
Finding a place to eat in Toronto is a fish-in-a-barrel exercise. There are eateries literally everywhere. Making a decision on where to eat in Toronto is another matter, so here’s … Read more
Where to drink in San Francisco – 5 must-visit watering holes
Deciding where to drink in San Francisco isn’t easy. With everything from high-class gin palaces full of sophisticated cocktails to rough little dive bars brimming with character, SF has it … Read more
Why we owe Cuba an apology
Cuba ticks so many boxes on an intrepid traveller’s list, but there’s one shortcoming we noticed the first time we visited in 2014: Cuba’s food scene. 4 years later, we’ve … Read more
How to ride a San Francisco streetcar without the queues
San Francisco streetcars – the little trams that run up and down SF’s famous hilled streets – are an icon of the city. But the perma-queue that spells out serious … Read more
Is Croatia as good as everyone says? What to do with a week in Istria
Croatia has become a real hotspot for tourism in recent years. Its dramatic coastline, crystal waters and a relatively cheap economy has pushed Croatia to be one of the most … Read more
How we get through airport security as quickly as possible
Airport security – that final barrier to airport freedom – can cause horrible hold-ups if you’re not ready. You can even cop a hefty fine or be held up in … Read more
Miami snapshot – a quick guide to Miami, FL
Miami, Florida: beach clubs, skyscrapers and sunsets over the Caribbean. Down in the Magic City, the sway of the tropics fills the streets. Bars with perpetual happy hours, oversized cocktails … Read more
Paradise in Cuba – what to expect on Cayo Levisa
With all the politics, its unique, fascinating history and incredible architecture, it’s easy to forget that Cuba is a Caribbean island. Outside its cities and piped round its stunning countryside … Read more