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Recently Updated On: February 13, 2026

Hoar Cross Hall Review: My Honest Opinion (With Photos)

Enjoying a cocktail in the outdoor hot tub at Hoar Cross Hall Spa Hotel : A review

If you’re planning a spa break in the UK, you’re probably wondering if Hoar Cross Hall is worth the hype…  After spending the weekend at this Staffordshire estate, I’ve put together a complete Hoar Cross Hall review with all the…

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Recently Updated On: September 16, 2024

20 of the Best Things to Do in the Brecon Beacons

A shot of a waterfall from the top in Brecon Beacons national park

The Brecon Beacons National Park Wales is perfect for a UK-based break. After a recent trip there, I discovered there are so many incredible things to do in Brecon Beacons, from thrilling outdoor adventures to cosy rainy-day activities. Despite offering…

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Recently Updated On: February 16, 2026

Hever Castle Review: An Iconic Kent Bed and Breakfast

Hever Castle Review of our stay at this iconic Kent Bed and Breakfast

Is there anything more romantic than an overnight stay in a historic castle? As the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, Hever Castle is firmly on the map for a fascinating, history-filled adventure. After staying for the weekend, I decided to…

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Recently Updated On: August 14, 2024

17 of the Best Farm Shops in the Cotswolds (with Map!)

Pumpkin display at Daylesford farm shop, best farm shops in the cotswolds

Farm shops in the Cotswolds are something of an institution. Unlike the humble, market stalls you might find elsewhere, farm shops in the Cotswolds are more than just a few wonky vegetables and free-range eggs.  They are bustling boutiques, filled…

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Recently Updated On: August 28, 2026

Autumn in the Cotswolds: 30 Gorgeous Things to Do

Autumn in the cotswolds 30 gorgeous things to do

There is nowhere quite like autumn in the Cotswolds. The region’s storybook landscape comes alive with golden foliage and the honey-hued villages are all the more inviting, with open fires crackling in every pub. As someone who lives just north…

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Recently Updated On: August 14, 2024

Euridge Manor Wedding: Cost, Review and Photos

Since it’s been a whole year since our incredible Euridge Manor wedding, I thought it was about time I share some photos and insights from our special day! **ALL PHOTOS IN THIS POST ARE OWNED BY OUR INCREDIBLE PHOTOGRAPHER JO…

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Annnnnd not to brag or anything but I found the pe Annnnnd not to brag or anything but I found the perfect Airbnb to do it in 🥰🛁☕️

This place could honestly turn the most diehard summer lover (AKA, me) into a pumpkin spice girl 🍂 

It was the dreamiest little 2-bed cabin, on the southern outskirts of the Cotswolds near Bath, perched over the River Avon 🍁

Comment Cabin and I’ll send you the link (not an ad or affiliate, I’m just obsessed) 😍 

I’ll also post our cosy Bath weekend itinerary v soon. But for now, send this to someone who you’re ready to romanticise autumn with 🫶 

#romanticisinglife✨️ #autumninengland #bathengland
Where is a trust fund when you need one🥲 Anyway, Where is a trust fund when you need one🥲

Anyway, back to work so I can continue funding my emotional support holidays ✈️

#travelhumour #holidaymode #travelreels #luxurytravel #relatabletravel
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 🫶

#montenegro #destinationdupes #travelbucketlist #bayofkotor
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 🍁🍂🌞

#autumnbucketlist #autumndestinations #falltravel #autumntrip

🍂 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 🫶

#santorinigreece #santorinitips #santoriniinseptember #greekislands #bucketlisttravel
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

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