I visited Helsinki during a bright, if a bit cold, February. It has beautiful architecture and wide open roads so you never feel cramped, plus it’s a capital city so there is a lot to do. I can’t wait to go back, but in the meantime, I wanted to share things to do in Helsinki….
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Passionate people and organisations create wonderful events throughout the year so that there’s something special going on whenever you visit Norwich. On top of that, its cobbled streets and medieval buildings with wonky windows and tiny wooden doors are interrupted by flint churches, round watch towers and thick city walls. It’s quaint and beautiful, but…
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When I thought of Switzerland, I used to think of mountains, snow and après ski style. That changed when I visited Basel in the summer during a heatwave that hit most of Europe. It taught me that Switzerland is more than just winter sports and hot chocolate, it’s got everything you need for a city…
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Sydney is a multi-faceted city. It can be everything you imagine in a stereotypical gap year. It has the Instaworthy skyline of Opera House and Harbour Bridge, and yellow and green ferries named Freshwater, Supply and Friendship after the First Fleet. If you’re in awe of the possibilities, or like I was, you aren’t fully…
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The medieval houses, cobbled streets and independent food scene make Norwich a perfect city break. Note: I use affiliate link programmes which means I may receive a small commission if you use the links, at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. Friday night Start your Norwich city break by checking in…
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Gravel crunches softly underfoot, a child plays on a scooter, a couple rest with heads on each other’s shoulders. Here, the trees of the Bosque de Recuerdos take the edge off Madrid’s heat and calm everything down. Parque de El Retiro is a world away from the crowded and hot Puerta del Sol. Note: I…
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People say that Madrid is a marmite town; you either love it or you hate it. Here are 7 ideas to help you form your opinion. Note: I use affiliate link programmes which means I may receive a small commission if you use the links, at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your…
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Sometimes it can be difficult to choose a good location for your city break. You want something new or unexpected. Here are my recommendations for 4 alternative city breaks. They all have a lot going on to fill a long weekend, but are a bit off the beaten track. Tromso Northern Norway’s snowy mountains are…
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