LIFE’S TOO SHORT TO SAY NO
- Hotel Zermama: The Most Dog-Friendly Stay in Zermatt, Switzerland
If you’ve been following our adventures over on Instagram or TikTok, you’ll know that we recently took our dog Moose out of the UK for the very first time! Switzerland… Read more: Hotel Zermama: The Most Dog-Friendly Stay in Zermatt, Switzerland - Best Dog-Friendly Stay in Cornwall: Blankednick Boltholes
Tucked away in the picturesque landscapes of South Cornwall lies a haven for both two-legged and four-legged adventurers alike. Blankednick Boltholes, owned and hosted by Lou and Ben, offers a… Read more: Best Dog-Friendly Stay in Cornwall: Blankednick Boltholes - Life at Lakes, The Cotswolds
Nestled amidst the serene landscapes of the Cotswolds, Cotswold Water Park Retreats offer a range of luxury holiday homes that beckons those seeking a retreat from the hustle and bustle… Read more: Life at Lakes, The Cotswolds - A review of Walker Hotel Greenwich Village
Set in the heart of one of New York City’s most vibrant neighbourhoods, Walker Hotel Greenwich Village stands as a beacon of timeless elegance and luxury. With two boutique hotels… Read more: A review of Walker Hotel Greenwich Village - A Review of Staypineapple New York, An Artful Hotel in Midtown
My first-ever visit to the city that never sleeps was an extraordinary adventure, thanks to Staypineapple New York who played a crucial role in making this once-in-a-lifetime mother-daughter trip an… Read more: A Review of Staypineapple New York, An Artful Hotel in Midtown - A Luxury Retreat to Alexander House Hotel & Utopia Spa, West Sussex
The Alexander House Hotel has held a coveted spot on my bucket list for quite some time, so when the team reached out to extend an invitation to experience an… Read more: A Luxury Retreat to Alexander House Hotel & Utopia Spa, West Sussex - A spontaneous stay at Hotel du Vin Poole
There are times in life when I’m not as organised as I’d like to be. For example, it’s a Friday afternoon, which just so happens to be my birthday and… Read more: A spontaneous stay at Hotel du Vin Poole - How I successfully landed a hotel collaboration in the Maldives
Social media is powerful and for me, it has opened up opportunities I’ve only every dreamed of. In this blog post I’ll be sharing how I managed to successfully pitch… Read more: How I successfully landed a hotel collaboration in the Maldives - Five travel tips to know when planning your trip to the Maldives
For most of us the Maldives is a once in a lifetime destination. But it’s not just a place for couples, it’s so much more than that. The Maldives is… Read more: Five travel tips to know when planning your trip to the Maldives - A charming stay at Great Fosters
Moose and I recently had the pleasure to experience a stay at the charming Great Fosters located in the heart of Surrey, just outside Windsor. Great Fosters is the second… Read more: A charming stay at Great Fosters - Experiencing a stay at the incredible Dhigufaru Island Resort
Where to begin… The Maldives has always been somewhere I’ve only ever dreamed about. I pictured an island in the middle of the Indian ocean with powdery white sand lined… Read more: Experiencing a stay at the incredible Dhigufaru Island Resort - Chilston Park Hotel, a luxury Country House Hotel
We recently escaped to the countryside to enjoy a stay at one of the best hotels in Kent. Chilston Park Hotel is a luxury country house hotel that sits in… Read more: Chilston Park Hotel, a luxury Country House Hotel - Fife and five places you need to visit
You’ll find Fife tucked away on the east coast of Scotland just over an hours drive from Edinburgh. Rich in History, a coastline of quintessential fishing villages and sandy beaches,… Read more: Fife and five places you need to visit - Scotland. Every Harry Potter fan’s dream
When I say Scotland is magic, it’s actually the birth place of the spellbinding Harry Potter series. You can’t get more magic than that, right? With moody and mysterious mountains,… Read more: Scotland. Every Harry Potter fan’s dream - Most Instagrammable spots in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is one of my favourite cities of the world. Rich in history, brimming with culture and architecture that will blow your mind, here’s some of the most Instagrammable spots… Read more: Most Instagrammable spots in Edinburgh - Our unforgettable stay at Barnett Hill, Surrey
We escaped to the Surrey Hills to enjoy an unforgettable stay and live out our Bridgerton dreams at Barnett Hill, better known as the ‘gingerbread-brick palace’. The pet friendly chic… Read more: Our unforgettable stay at Barnett Hill, Surrey - Our luxury escape to Duisdale House, Isle of Skye
Complete tranquility on the Isle of Skye. We were left speechless following our stay at Duisdale House. Nestled on the Sleat peninsula at the south tip of Skye, the chic… Read more: Our luxury escape to Duisdale House, Isle of Skye - Exploring the real Hundred Acre Wood
Recently I took Moose on a little adventure to the beautiful Ashdown Forest in East Sussex, home to the infamous Winnie-the-Pooh. Growing up all things Disney how did I not… Read more: Exploring the real Hundred Acre Wood - The Ultimate Luxury Stay at Buxted Park Hotel
We recently had the most incredible stay at Buxted Park Hotel which exceeded all of our expectations. The elegant Palladian country house hotel is located in East Sussex and sits… Read more: The Ultimate Luxury Stay at Buxted Park Hotel - Central London: Our own inspired walking tour
Recently we decided on a spontaneous trip to London and of course no adventure is complete without Moose. It was his first time travelling on a train, along with it… Read more: Central London: Our own inspired walking tour - iPhone photography tips
With modern day technology as it is, you no longer need a savvy, top-of-the-range camera to take incredible photos. You can now take just as insane and quality photos with… Read more: iPhone photography tips - Healthy pancakes
Ingredients (Double up for 2 people) 100g oats 1 banana 1 heaped tablespoon of flaxseed (optional) 1 egg 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder Sprinkle of cinnamon (optional) Drizzle of vanilla… Read more: Healthy pancakes - Dartmouth on a rainy day
We spent just one, very wet afternoon in Dartmouth and its charm already has me longing to return. I imagine on a bright and sunny day, with its views of… Read more: Dartmouth on a rainy day - Mayfield Lavender Farm: A Sea of Purple
Last year I missed the opportunity to experience lavender season and remember my jaw dropping at everyone’s photos online. This year, I made it a top priority not to miss out… Read more: Mayfield Lavender Farm: A Sea of Purple - My Travel Photography Gear: What’s in my backpack?
I’m not sure I’ve ever shared with you my travel photography gear, so needless to say this blog post is long over-due. Well, I can finally say the time has… Read more: My Travel Photography Gear: What’s in my backpack? - SURVIVING QUARANTINE: 100 things to do to keep you busy!
Tomorrow the UK will have been in full-scale lockdown for exactly one month. I still find it surreal when I think about the global scale of this virus and the… Read more: SURVIVING QUARANTINE: 100 things to do to keep you busy! - Limpsfield Common: A Storybook Adventure
Limpsfield Common: A Storybook Adventure - The White Buck Review
Weekend breaks are my go-to essential to fulfil the little hole I get when I’m not full time travelling. Before the world blew up with COVID-19, we had the pleasure of… Read more: The White Buck Review - SURREY: 7 of my favourite photography spots
I have loved growing up in Surrey and its surrounding areas of natural beauty, despite knowing I’ll most likely never be able to buy a house of my own here,… Read more: SURREY: 7 of my favourite photography spots - easyJet Holidays: A Holiday YOUR Way
Firstly, let me start this blog post by wishing you a very happy new year and an even happier decade ahead! Can someone please tell me where the last 10… Read more: easyJet Holidays: A Holiday YOUR Way - The Elephant Freedom Project
Elephants are one of the most majestic, intelligent and beautiful animals on this planet. Part of the reason I wanted to explore Sri Lanka was to get closer experience with… Read more: The Elephant Freedom Project - Nine Arch Bridge Ella: Everything You Need to Know
The Nine Arch Bridge in Ella is one of, if not, the most beautiful train bridge I have ever seen. The unique tourist hotspot that has shot to insta fame… Read more: Nine Arch Bridge Ella: Everything You Need to Know - MIRISSA: THE BEST THINGS TO DO
Mirissa is undoubtably one of Sri Lanka’s hot spots for backpackers and holiday makers alike. We spent three days, two nights exploring the area and so I thought I would… Read more: MIRISSA: THE BEST THINGS TO DO - The Ultimate Travel Guide To Singapore
Known as the Lion City, Singapore is one of the world’s most visited cities and it is easy to see why. Both a city and a country, Singapore is located… Read more: The Ultimate Travel Guide To Singapore - What to see in Nusa Penida: The Ultimate Guide
Bali had already exceeded my expectations. I was truly in awe by every part of the country we’d already seen. I didn’t think our trip could get any better but… Read more: What to see in Nusa Penida: The Ultimate Guide - Wapa Di Ume Sidemen Review
I have been sharing photos from our stay at the beautiful Wapa Di Ume Sidemen these past few days and I decided I wanted to share a little more about our… Read more: Wapa Di Ume Sidemen Review - Ubud: Three Days in Bali’s Cultural Heart
Ubud, known to many as the cultural heart of Bali. A place that will whisk you off your feet and a few days stay can easily turn into a few… Read more: Ubud: Three Days in Bali’s Cultural Heart - Dedary Kryimana Ubud Review
We recently had the pleasure of staying at the 4* Dedary Kryimana in Ubud for three nights. Not far from the city and nestled amongst the picturesque rice fields, the resort is… Read more: Dedary Kryimana Ubud Review - North Bali: Most Instagrammable Locations
We spent not nearly enough time exploring Northern Bali. Farley and I much prefer adventuring in the less touristy, untouched, peaceful and picturesque areas of a country. After taking a… Read more: North Bali: Most Instagrammable Locations - A Guide To Canggu
Eat, drink, surf, relax and watch sunsets is how I would say everybody spends their day in Canggu. It was the starting point of our Bali adventure and I had no… Read more: A Guide To Canggu - Dear Australia
Dear Australia, Or should I say G’Day. I don’t know how or where to begin to thank you. It sounds cliche, but this last year has been the most incredible year… Read more: Dear Australia - Tropical North Queensland’s Best Swimming Holes and Waterfalls
There is no better time than right now to chase waterfalls in Tropical North Queensland. Welcome to the wet season! For me, every chance I’ve had has been spent swimming… Read more: Tropical North Queensland’s Best Swimming Holes and Waterfalls - Why we chose the Daintree Rainforest as a home
Not many people can say they’ve lived part of their life in the Rainforest. One of the oldest rainforests in the world to be precise. I count myself one of the… Read more: Why we chose the Daintree Rainforest as a home - Your guide to Port Douglas
The first time we stepped foot in Port Douglas, it brought back fond memories of a Spanish holiday town I had once been to as a child. Sunshine, music, colourful buildings,… Read more: Your guide to Port Douglas - Self-Drive Guide to Cape Tribulation
Cairns, I’m sorry, but you are a little disappointing. You make a good central base for the Atherton Tablelands, Kuranda Sky Rail, Fitzroy Island, Green Island, the Daintree Rainforest and… Read more: Self-Drive Guide to Cape Tribulation - Top 5 things to do around Cairns!
Cairns city for me, is not my favourite. Compared to other cities we’ve explored in Australia, I feel Cairns is a little too industrial, grey and dull. However, that is… Read more: Top 5 things to do around Cairns! - FITZROY ISLAND
Just a 45 minute boat ride from Cairns is a slice of tropical paradise known as Fitzroy Island. With an ocean the bluest of blue, washing onto white coral sand,… Read more: FITZROY ISLAND - MAGNETIC ISLAND: Must Dos
Skip staying Townsville, board the ferry and head straight to Magnetic Island. Most backpackers I’ve spoken too have completely missed “Maggie’s” (as locals call it) off their travel itinerary. But… Read more: MAGNETIC ISLAND: Must Dos - RAGING THUNDER: Tully River
Have you ever booked an experience and not really known what you might be in for? Usually I’m hot on the details about every trip, tour, hotel, restaurant and adventure… Read more: RAGING THUNDER: Tully River - THE WHITSUNDAYS: Ride to Paradise
One of the main reasons we wanted to travel Australia was to experience the very well known Whitsundays. Made up of 74 island wonders, the Whitsundays is the only place… Read more: THE WHITSUNDAYS: Ride to Paradise - FRASER ISLAND: Flying Solo
Fraser Island, also known as K’Gari, menacing paradise is the largest sand island in the world. Measuring 120km by 15km, it is the only place where rainforest grows on sand… Read more: FRASER ISLAND: Flying Solo - Swimming with Whales in Hervey Bay
If whale watching is on your bucket list, then you may want to consider stepping the experiences up a notch. Why just watch the gentle giants when you can get… Read more: Swimming with Whales in Hervey Bay - NOOSA EVERGLADES: A Hidden Secret
Did you know that there are only two everglade systems in the world? The first in Florida and the second, right here in Noosa, Australia! One of Queensland’s best kept… Read more: NOOSA EVERGLADES: A Hidden Secret - BRISBANE: On a Budget
Who here likes free stuff? We all do right?! Travelling full time isn’t cheap and if you’re anything like me you’ll be constantly budgeting, so one of the first things… Read more: BRISBANE: On a Budget - Warner Bros. Movie World: It’s for big kids too!
Now that we’ve finished on the farm, the world is once again our oyster. We can travel anywhere our hearts desire and Farley’s big kid heart desired Warner Bros. Movie… Read more: Warner Bros. Movie World: It’s for big kids too! - 88 Days Rural Work: Video Montage!
I wanted to share with you a little bit of what I experienced during my 88 days of rural work. It’s not been easy but it’s been the most incredible… Read more: 88 Days Rural Work: Video Montage! - 88 Days Rural Work: My Big 5 Top Tips
88 days later, physically and mentally exhausted, covered in cuts and bruises, hat in tatters and boots in two, I cannot express how proud I am of Farley and myself… Read more: 88 Days Rural Work: My Big 5 Top Tips - LIGHTNING RIDGE: Black Opal Capital of the World
Having seen Lightning Ridge feature on a TV program I’d seen recently and ever since finding out the farm was just a couple hours away, I was desperate to get… Read more: LIGHTNING RIDGE: Black Opal Capital of the World - GOONDIWINDI: Road Trip to the Movies 🎥
Yes, you read the title correctly and I’m sorry but we had a road trip revolved around the cinema. You’re probably thinking “Steph, you’re in Oz, surely you could take… Read more: GOONDIWINDI: Road Trip to the Movies 🎥 - 88 Days Rural Work: 50 Days in
We arrived on the farm back on the 3rd April, after a 5 hour flight from Perth, immediately followed by an 8 hour drive from the Gold Coast and were… Read more: 88 Days Rural Work: 50 Days in