Europe
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Winter Magic: Exploring Europe in the off-season
As the mercury drops and snowflakes blanket the charming streets of Europe, a unique and captivating atmosphere envelops the continent. While summer may be the popular choice for travelers, venturing to Europe in winter offers its own set of enchanting experiences. From picturesque landscapes to festive markets, let’s explore the pros and cons of traveling to Europe in winter, as well as some must-see attractions and delightful activities to indulge in during the colder months. Winter Travel in Europe: Things to consider: Winter Attractions and Activites: Traveling to Europe in winter unveils a different side of the continent, offering a charming blend of tranquility, natural beauty, and festive merriment. Despite…
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A Day Trip to Colourful Menton
The French Riviera is a beautiful stretch of coast that is situated in the south of France. There are plenty of beach towns stretching from Saint Tropez to the Italian border. It’s right on this border that you will find the colourful Menton. Whilst most people are visiting the larger tourist towns such as Nice, Cannes and Saint Tropez, they often miss these lesser known smaller towns. Menton is a peaceful little town that has a population of 29,000, a charming little old town centre and some beautiful beaches. Menton enjoys some beautiful weather all year round too, with mild winters and warm summer days. Menton is an easy 30…
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Paris Studio Apartment with Eiffel Tower View
I’m currently staying in Paris and I have rented out an AirBnB with the most stunning view of the Eiffel Tower. Many of you have seen some of these views of this apartment from my insta-stories. It’s created a lot of interest with many of you messaging me for the details of where this accommodation is. So I have quickly put together this little blog post with all the details. The studio apartment that I am currently staying at, has to have one of the most stunning views of Paris and the Eiffel Tower from it’s balcony. When I googled accommodation in Paris with the Eiffel Tower view, I some…
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A Unique Stay at Hotel Astoria in Kotor
Recently I was fortunate to visit the amazing country of Montenegro. I based myself in both Herceg Novi and Kotor and whilst I was in Kotor, I stayed at the 4 star boutique Hotel Astoria. I really liked this hotel and if you are after something different, then you will be assured of a unique stay at Hotel Astoria. The Hotel Astoria is located right inside the city walls, so you are right in amongst the action of Kotor. The old town is a very popular destination for tourists, with many cruise ships parking in the harbour so passengers can explore the town. Kotor’s old town is a UNESCO world…
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Sending Postcards from Montenegro
I’ve always wanted to send a few postcards from Montenegro. I had been longing to visit this country ever since I received some postcards from a good friend who had grown up there. I loved looking over this friend’s photos from what seemed to be her endless summer holidays. I was wishing I could visit those beaches along the Adriatic sea, the magnificent fiords and the impressive scenery of the National Parks. So with a few post cards in my hand, I set about turning this dream to see Montenegro into a reality. Montenegro Montenegro is a beautiful country that is located in Eastern Europe and shares it’s borders with…
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A Day Trip to Mostar
A little while back I took a day trip to Mostar. I had wanted to visit Mostar for quite sometime and being so close in Croatia, I thought it’s a now or never time to tick this off my bucket list. Mostar is a little picturesque town in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The old town centre gives you an idea of what Mostar would have been like centuries ago. At the heart of the old town is the main tourist attraction – a single arched stone bridge, called ‘Stari Most’. This historic bridge is the subject of many beautiful photographs, paintings and a platform for an age old diving tradition by…
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The Shirley Valentine Beach
“The only thing I ever wanted to do was travel. I’d like to drink a glass of wine, sitting by the sea, watching the sun go down”. Shirley Valentine. A long time ago in my late teens, I remember my mother going to the movies to see Shirley Valentine. At the time I thought it was just a movie for oldies and I never thought anything more about it. That was until many years later, in my early 30s. I was a stay at home mum with two kids of my own. I often had the television on in the background, whilst running after two young kids, but on…
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Instagramable places in Mykonos
If you are heading to Mykonos, one thing you do not want to do is to forget your camera. Mykonos is quite simply a photographers paradise. I know for me, it was like being a kid let loose in the candy shop. The scenery is as pretty as a picture and with a camera in hand you’ll most likely send it straight to instagram. Here I show you some instagramable places in Mykonos, that will be sure to fuel some major wanderlust on your insta account. Below are some pics straight from my instagram account Travel Drink Dine. Dreamy Vistas Mykonos is full of dreamy vistas. Below is a photographers firm…
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Coffee in Mykonos and a Cat for a Date
Coffee in Mykonos and a Cat for a Date – Whilst travelling about, I always try and find a great cafe to recommend for coffee. In my usual life, I live down the road from where you will find the worlds most competitive and creative barista’s. Anyone who frequents Melbourne’s coffee scene will know what I mean. Melbourne has an amazing coffee culture which sets expectations high wherever ‘we’ go. I’ll add here that most (not all) are quick to become a critic – aka coffee snob. Now getting back to finding a decent coffee in Mykonos. After a couple of days wandering about with my camera, I noticed this…
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A walk through Little Venice in Mykonos
Mykonos is one of the most visited destinations in the Greek Islands, with hordes of tourist visiting each summer. The old town is a maze of narrow lane ways with gorgeous white washed abodes. One of the most popular areas with tourists is Little Venice. Little Venice in Mykonos is a charming little area, that is not far from the famous windmills. Little Venice’s outlook to the sea, the buildings that overhang the water and the windmills in the background make this area the subject of many paintings and is indeed a photographers dream. A visit isn’t complete without a stop here for an afternoon drink or to dine as…
