Getting around: Metro and buses: It is super easy to travel by public transport in Barcelona. I would recommend getting the T-10 Pass for zone 1. This will allow you to make 10 journeys in the city center (where all the main sites are situated). The T 10 costs € 9.95 and can be used on the... Continue Reading →
Day four in Barcelona
Up until day four our holiday was pretty jam packed seeing all the fascinating, stunning and exciting sites of Barcelona. So if you are lucky enough to have a fair few days make sure to dedicate one day to relaxing. This could be on the beach, in the air conditioned hotel or in a cafe... Continue Reading →
Day three in Barcelona
Barcelona has the best of both worlds, it offers a busy city life, with lots of fast paced activities while the city also provides a tranquil white sand beach to relax on with friends. To get a real feel of the beautiful city and this ever so appealing contrast you can take a cable car... Continue Reading →
Day two in Barcelona
Websites, books and fellow travelers claim the Sagrada Familia to be the number one site to see in Barcelona, having seen it, I can confirm that it is a spectacular work of art. It is astonishing to think that we, man kind have the ability to build such a ginormous, majestic, stunning building. Sagrada Familia's... Continue Reading →
Day one in Barcelona
Hopping off the air conditioned Spanish metro at station Catalunya and journeying up the escalators you will be greeted with the hustle and bustle of the lively city Barcelona, directly in front of you is the tree lined, commercial Ramblas Street. This district is highly touristic with all your holiday gimmicks, from restaurants to souvenir... Continue Reading →
‘The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest’ John Muir
Three years ago, I ventured alone half way across our planet to one of the world's most precious, majestic and fascinating regions, namely the Amazon rain-forest. I had only ever read about the Amazon in textbooks or seen it on the television. To enter the complex, ever changing haven of diverse life was an overwhelming experience I will... Continue Reading →
White-sand beaches in Yorkshire
Why not step back into the Victorian era, and take a summer holiday to the beautiful British beaches? Back in the day when aeroplanes were an alien concept, British families had no other option but to take a trip to the nearest English sea-side town for a well deserved break. Whitby is a lovely Yorkshire,... Continue Reading →
The best parks to visit in North London
Whatever the weather a walk in the park is the ideal way to escape from the busy, hectic and fast paced city, that is London. Grab a pair of old trainers, a warm coat and explore some peaceful greenery. Depending on where you are there are lots of parks dotted around. Here are my favourites:... Continue Reading →
Norfolk folk
Do you fancy getting away from the busy, polluted and manic city of London but can’t face journeying across the pond? If the answer is yes look no further. With a week-end, entire week or a few days to spare, a great option is staying in the delightful Norfolk. Depending on where you are travelling... Continue Reading →
Top tips for cycling in London
Cycling around any busy city can seem a bit daunting at first. Taxi drivers will cut in-front of you with no warning, huge double-decker buses will stop before you forcing you into the middle of the road, while reckless city folk, who always seem to be in a rush speed past you, skimming the hairs on... Continue Reading →