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Recently Updated On: August 21, 2026

Where to Stay in Provence: 5 Beautiful Spots to Base Yourself

The entrance to Chateau de la gaude luxury hotel and vinyard in Aix-en-Provence

The rolling lavender fields and vineyards of Provence are a must-visit for most South of France itineraries, but figuring out where to stay in Provence can be tricky. On one hand, part of the appeal of the region is the…

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Recently Updated On: August 21, 2026

20 Gorgeous Things to See in Aix-en-Provence, France

20 Gorgeous things to see in Provence

Is there anywhere prettier than Provence? This region is packed full of the most gorgeous things to do – from iconic flower fields to world-class wine-tasting. It’s honestly one of my absolute favourite regions in France. As someone who’s now…

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Recently Updated On: August 21, 2026

A Dreamy 7-Day Itinerary for Provence and Côte d’Azur 

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Heading to Provence and Côte d’Azur? Colour me jealous. The South of France is one of my favourite places on Earth, and the scenery in this little section is particularly special.  After several visits to the region, I’ve put together…

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Recently Updated On: March 30, 2026

10 of the Best French Riviera Towns to Visit (with map!)

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You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to gorgeous French Riviera towns. But that also means knowing where to go on your first visit can feel overwhelming.  After several trips there over the years, I’ve rounded up my favourites to…

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Recently Updated On: April 24, 2026

Paris in Winter: Outfits, Weather & Things to Do

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Paris in winter? Always a good idea. The city of light is just as stunning (if not more!) through the colder months – as long as you know where to go.  Paris Christmas markets on a crisp winter day? Gorgeous….

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Recently Updated On: August 20, 2025

Courchevel Ski Resorts: A Guide to All Five 

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As part of the biggest ski area in the world, a trip to Courchevel is a must-do for any mountain addict. But there are actually five different Courchevel ski resorts, and choosing between them can be confusing.  Thankfully, I’ve been…

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Recently Updated On: October 3, 2025

15 Best Hotels in Menton France + Where to Stay

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So you’ve decided to visit the dreamy, lemony town of Menton. But where to stay, and most importantly, where are the best hotels in Menton to help you get the best of this gorgeous, French-Italian fusion town? After a recent…

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Recently Updated On: October 3, 2025

A Dreamy Monaco Day Trip From Nice: Itinerary and Tips

Casino Square - one of the hotspots to visit on a Monaco Day trip from Nice

A Monaco day trip from Nice is a bucket-list experience that offers the chance to tick off two countries in one day.  It only takes about 30-40 minutes to get from Nice to Monaco, and it makes an exciting day…

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Recently Updated On: April 23, 2026

The Ultimate 3-Day Itinerary in Nice, France [2026]

how to spend a 3 day itinerary in Nice - the beach at dusk

A 3 day itinerary in Nice, France offers a tempting taste of the French Riviera.  As the gateway to the region, this city is well-connected by train to other nearby destinations and makes the perfect jumping-off point for a longer…

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Recently Updated On: November 19, 2025

25 Most Romantic Paris Hotels From Luxe to Budget (2026)

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There’s no shortage of romantic Paris hotels – this is the city of love, after all!  But whether you’re planning a spontaneous lover’s getaway or the perfect Paris honeymoon, narrowing down the thousands of hotel options can feel overwhelming.  To…

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Recently Updated On: July 15, 2026

An Iconic 7-Day South of France Itinerary by Train

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It’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it. I’ve spent many hours researching and testing the perfect 7-day South of France itinerary by train to bring you this blog, ensuring you get the absolute best out of your…

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Recently Updated On: March 30, 2026

21 Beautiful Things to Do in Menton: Beyond The Beaches

A girl in a yellow dress walking the streets of the Old Town - one of the best things to do in Menton

If a trip to the dreamy French Riviera is at the top of your Euro summer bucket list, you may be wondering about the best things to do in Menton.  In my opinion, Menton is the most beautiful town in…

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Like most European locals they are super friendly, Like most European locals they are super friendly, love a good catch of the day, and the afternoon nap is protected at all costs 🫶 

#montenegro #kotor #bayofkotor #catsofkotor
The Lake Garda dupe you can’t help but share… Th The Lake Garda dupe you can’t help but share… 

This place gives Italy’s iconic lakes a run for their money, with gorgeous views, a longer summer season, and even restaurants specialising in pasta and risotto 🍝

Yet it’s not even in Italy… and it’s not a lake either. This is… 

📍Bay of Kotor, Montenegro 

Sandwiched between Croatia and Albania, this dramatic bay boasts some of the best views in the Adriatic. You can fly directly there into Tivat Airport or fly into Dubrovnik and drive over the border. 

We’ve only been here a few days and are already obsessed, can’t wait to share more of this gorgeous place! 

Save it for your Euro summer bucket list 🫶

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If you are anything like me and dread the end of s If you are anything like me and dread the end of summer with every fibre of your seasonally depressed being, then this one is for you 🫶 

Whether you want to embrace the cosy vibes with a weekend away or escape the grey skies altogether, this curated fall szn bucket list has something for you. 

Swipe to find your dream autumn destination 🍁🍂🌞

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🍂 Choose the Cotswolds for honey-stone villages, farm shops stuffed with pumpkins, and an easy weekend away close to home. 

Comment COTSWOLDS for my full guide to visiting in cosy szn, including local events, where to stay, top things to do, and the most gorgeous spots to add to your itinerary 🫶

#cotswoldsinautumn

🍝 Choose Puglia for golden light, whitewashed towns, olive groves, long lunches, and a slower side to Italy 

💙 Choose Santorini for September/october sunshine, caldera views, wine tasting, and sunset boat trips while avoiding the summer chaos 

🍊Choose Seville for a sunny city break heaving with orange trees, tapas bars, tiled courtyards, and the perfect temps for exploring 

🌴Choose Mauritius for a tropical autumn escape when you are just in no mood for knitwear and big coats 

🍫Choose Bruges for a super cute and quirky romantic weekend away, complete with chocolate shops and candlelit dinners 

⛰️ Choose Lake Bled for fall colour and alpine views, luxury spa hotels, and scenery straight from a storybook

🍁 Choose Kyoto for temples, tea houses, maple leaves, and one of the most stunning autumn scenes in the world

🦁 Choose the Masai Mara for golden grasslands, the Great Migration, and a once-in-a-lifetime adventure 

Did I miss any of your fave autumn destinations? Give them a shout out in the comments 🫶 I’d love to get your recs for the ultimate autumn bucket list
Teensy reminder that Santorini looks like this nex Teensy reminder that Santorini looks like this next month ✨

September is honestly one of the dreamiest times to visit Santorini.

You still get that gorgeous Greek island sunshine, the sea is warm enough to swim in, and the summer crowds start to feel a little less chaotic.

It’s also usually less windy than July and August, which makes it the perfect time for sunset catamaran cruises, beach days and wandering those famous cliffside towns without feeling quite so frazzled.

A few things I’d add to your September Santorini list:

🌅 Take a sunset catamaran cruise around the caldera
🍷 Go wine tasting and end with sunset views at Santo
🥾 Hike from Fira to Oia before the day gets too hot
🏖 Spend an afternoon on the black sand beaches
🎬 Watch a film under the stars at an outdoor cinema
🤍 Explore quieter villages like Pyrgos, Megalochori or Emporio

Ofc, Fira and Oia are still busy, but go early enough and you can get those dreamy blue dome streets almost to yourself.

Basically, September gives you the best bits of summer Santorini, but with a slower, more romantic feel.

Comment ‘September’ and I’ll send you my full guide to visiting Santorini next month, including what to do, what to pack and the tips I wish I’d known before going 🫶

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Im a firm believer that things always work out how Im a firm believer that things always work out how they’re meant to 🫶 

While there have been plenty of bumps in the road and I’m still learning and growing, I find it always helps to look back and think about how far you’ve come already ❤️

About 6 years ago I got made redundant from my job at a travel magazine in the middle of COVID… I was pretty devastated at the time but things have a funny way of working out. Being made redundant made me realise that being employed isn’t the only way to your dream job! 

It’s not been easy, in fact it’s been really f*cking hard at times and I’ve wished I could just clock off at the end of the day. I’m still a very long away from where I want to be. But I like to believe I’m building something the little girl in these photos would think was pretty cool 🤞

So if you like going on holiday as much as I do (and always have done lol), follow along for more tips, itineraries, and a little bit of real life too 🫶

#originstory #classytravelguides #travelcreator
Girl Math: Holiday Edit, Episode 2 – The Amalfi Co Girl Math: Holiday Edit, Episode 2 – The Amalfi Coast 🍋🇮🇹

The Amalfi Coast on a mid-range budget? Trust me, it can be done 👀

Here’s how to bucket-list Amalfi experience for less, including:

⛵ How to get a (basically) FREE boat ride along the coast
🏨 My favourite luxe-for-less hotel recommendations
🍋 The secret spot to stay near Amalfi that could save you £££
🗺️ A simple itinerary for making the most of your trip
🚌 How to actually get from A to B without spending a fortune on taxis

All the views, Aperol and dolce vita vibes. Just with a little Girl Math to make it happen✨

Comment whats on your bucket list and I’ll do the Girl Math on it next!

#AmalfiCoast #GirlMath #ItalyTravel #AmalfiCoastTravel #LuxuryForLesS
Save this for the dreamiest Provencal road trip 🍷✨ Save this for the dreamiest Provencal road trip 🍷✨

This is your cheat code to combining Provence and the Côte d’Azur in one week, without feeling like you’re constantly rushing around. 

Think cobbled old towns, lavender fields, morning markets, rosé in the vines, beach clubs, St Tropez yacht spotting, postcard harbours and a boat trip through the bluest water you’ve ever seen.

The rough itinerary looks like this:

Day 1: Arrive in Marseille, drive to Aix-en-Provence and spend the afternoon wandering the Old Town

Day 2: Head to the lavender fields, then visit Bonnieux and Lourmarin for cute village strolls and lunch

Day 3: Spend the morning at the Aix markets, then go wine tasting in the countryside

Wine tasting options:
🍷 A guided château wine tasting tour from Aix if nobody wants to be the designated driver (I’ve included my top recommendation in the full guide, comment ‘Provence’ to have this sent to your DMs). 
🍷 A luxe vineyard stay and cellar visit in a nearby chateau like @chateaudelagaude if you want to make it more of a bucket-list moment

Day 4: Visit Avignon in the morning, then drive down to Saint-Maxime for your Côte d’Azur base

Day 5: Take the ferry to St Tropez, explore the Old Town, then choose between a chilled Saint-Maxime beach club or a livelier Pampelonne beach day

Day 6: Move to Cassis and take a boat trip through Calanques National Park

Day 7: Enjoy a slow morning in Cassis or Marseille before heading home

It’s the perfect Provence and Côte d’Azur itinerary if you want the pretty Provence bits, the beachy Riviera bits and plenty of food, wine and views in between.

Follow and comment ‘Provence’ if you want the full breakdown, including where to stay, transport tips, wine tasting links, and beach club recommendations 🫶

#provenceitinerary #cotedazur #southoffrance #southoffrancetravel #provencefrance
Welcome to the Girl Math Holiday Edit, where I’m s Welcome to the Girl Math Holiday Edit, where I’m sharing exactly how to experience the world’s biggest bucket list destinations with basically free money🫰

First up, probably the most misunderstood island in Greece (and one of my absolute favourites)… step up to the mic Santorini. 

Listen closely ladies, because in this video, I’m sharing: 

✨ Luxe-for-less hotel recommendations
🍽️ Restaurants with incredible caldera views that won’t break the bank
⛵ How to save money on Santorini’s iconic catamaran cruise
💰 Plus plenty more tips to help you get the most from your budget.

Comment your dream destination and I’ll do the Girl Math on it next! 🫶💖

#Santorini #GirlMathHolidayEdit #BucketListTravel #LuxuryForLess  #TravelHacks

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