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The Meadows, best parks and places for enjoying sun in Edinburgh

9 best places to enjoy the sunshine in Edinburgh (while it lasts!)

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Quick, taps aff, summer is finally here, the sun’s out in Scotland! But where are Edinburgh’s best spots for catching some of that rare Scottish sunshine?

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Europe, United Kingdom

11 reasons why Warsaw is cooler than Berlin

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Looking for alternative city break inspiration? Warsaw is the new Berlin for weekends filled with art, architecture and wild nightlife. Here are 11 reasons why a city break in Warsaw should be at the top of your European trip list. Quick, the hipsters are coming!

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Europe, Poland, Uncategorized
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A love letter to Europe and why I’ll always feel more European than British

March 29, 2017by Cat Leave a comment

On the day Article 50 is triggered and step closer to Brexit, dear Europe, it’s not you, it’s not me, but here we are and as Whitney so wisely once said, I’ll always love you (more than this lonely island).

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Europe, Personal, United Kingdom

Day trip to Gozo: Best beaches, sightseeing and Sicilian food

July 25, 2016by Cat 2 Comments

Here’s why you should leave the crowds in Malta, hop on the ferry and discover island life in Gozo. Find out where the best beaches are and what to see and do in Gozo on a short day trip.

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Europe, Malta & Gozo

Diving in Gozo: Bubbles and blue holes

July 4, 2016by Cat 1 Comment

Is scuba diving in Gozo really a great way to spend your holiday? Where are the best dive sites? Here’s my opinion and a few tips for organising scuba diving trips in Malta and Gozo.

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Activities, Europe, Malta & Gozo

Alternative Edinburgh: a day in Stockbridge

May 8, 2016by Cat 14 Comments

You’ve walked the Royal Mile, climbed Arthur’s Seat, toured Edinburgh Castle; what else is there to see and do in Edinburgh? Take a look at this alternative guide from an Edinburgh local (that’s me!) and explore the beautiful heart of the city that exists beyond its main attractions.

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Europe, United Kingdom

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