Top 8 places to take photos of Edinburgh Castle
Perched on Castle Rock, Edinburgh Castle is a symbol of Scotland’s rich history and charm giving the city a romantic backdrop wherever you are. When I saw Edinburgh Castle for the first time it honestly felt magical, and is sure to take your breath away also!
Whether you’re a history buff, a professional photographer, or someone eager to get the perfect Instagram shot, I’ve listed the best spots to get stunning photos of Scotland’s most famous castle.
8 Must-Try Dishes at a British Fish and Chip Shop
Trying fish and chips is a quintessential experience everyone should have when visiting the UK. But here’s the thing: there’s a whole lot more to fish and chip shops than just ‘fish’ and ‘chips’. Trust me, the menu boards at these classic British chippies are massive, with unique items that might just surprise you. These are the ones you’ve got to add to your order – stuff you can only really find in the UK.
Is August a good time to visit Seoul? How to prepare for the weather
Whether you’re still deciding on the best month to visit Seoul or you already have your trip booked and are organising your packing list, I’ve got you covered. My partner and I explored this bustling city during the final week of August, and here’s what we learnt.
How to use passing places in the UK – driving on single track roads
Although I knew we’d encounter narrow roads during our UK road trip, I actually hadn’t considered the logistics. Luckily they have a solution for these single track roads called ‘passing places’. Here’s a run down of passing places, along with tips on navigating them safely to pass other vehicles and boost your confidence while driving in the UK.
4 ways I saved money on accommodation in Iceland
Are you planning a trip to Iceland and wondering how much to budget for accommodation?
My partner and I spent nine nights on our Iceland road trip during September all while staying within a reasonable budget. I’ve outlined our itinerary, accommodation choices, costs, and tips that YOU can also use to save money when making your bookings.
Is a Eurail Pass worth it? Eurail Pass vs individual tickets comparison
There’s a charm to interrailing through Europe and when my partner and I were planning our trip we knew we wanted to travel via train. But before we committed to buying a Eurail Pass I dedicated some time to researching whether it was actually going to be cost effective for our route.
In this breakdown I’ve shared how much we actually saved and how you can calculate whether it’s worth purchasing a pass for your trip.
What’s the difference between the Interrail and Eurail Pass?
If you’re considering travelling through Europe via train and are a bit confused about what the difference between Interrail and Eurail is, you’re not alone – I was asking myself the same question. It’s surprisingly straightforward and I’ve quickly explained it for you so you can move onto the more enjoyable parts of planning your Euro trip.
How much does it cost to travel Scotland? – Scotland road trip budget
After our holiday in England and Wales, my partner and I embarked on a 9-day road trip around Scotland during September, exploring various regions of this beautiful country. Scotland is often considered expensive, and the cost to do a road trip will depend on your travel style, but here’s a breakdown of how much we spent:
How much I spent on seat reservation fees with the Eurail Pass
Interrailing Europe was an amazing bucket list experience that allowed us to explore 11 countries with the Eurail Pass. While the pass grants unlimited train travel within a specified period across participating countries, seat reservations are required for certain routes and train types.
During our 2 month trip and 77 different trains we tracked our expenses to shed light on the costs of seat reservations and how to make sure you’re getting these for as cheap as possible.
How to get from Incheon Airport to Seoul by train
When we visited Seoul this was the first thing we needed to know. And as the airport is 49 km away from the centre of Seoul we were after an easy and affordable way to get to our accommodation in Jongno-gu.
After researching our options we found that the best option is to catch the Airport Railroad Express (AREX) train.