On land adventures in Croatia with MedSailors

On land adventures in Croatia with MedSailors

ByJen Lowthrop

…te as cheap as I remember, which is partly due to the immense tourism that comes from Game of Thrones being filmed there (I think). It has definitely become a more popular destination since I visited 6 years ago. Each stop meant a new local cuisine or more of the tourist favourites, including mine…chicken and chips 😉 Fresh fish, steak, giant pizzas and delicious ice cream. My favourite being the ice-cream man that was made for me on the island of…

5 ways to save money Courchevel 1850

5 ways to save money Courchevel 1850

ByJen Lowthrop

…ne? One year eh?! It used to cost a fortune to kit yourself out in all the latest ski wear but these days you can grab a bargain in loads of outdoor shops or online in the U.K. I was sent a pair of Trespass ski pants (still struggle to spell salloppettes, salopetes, salopettes?!) to try out and believe me they are just as cool, but way cheaper than anything you could find in Courchevel. I tried the Tasha Tresspass ski pants in grey and loved them….

Four Different Things To Do On A Return Visit To Florence

ByJen Lowthrop

…much more ground and, let’s face it, it’s a lot of fun! Image from Flickr.com 2. A wine tasting trip Italy, and especially Florence, is well known for it’s delicious culinary offerings and beautiful wine. If you love your Italian wine and want to know more about it, we would recommend a Florence wine tasting day trip. On such trips, you’ll get the opportunity to savour the local produce while finding out all about how the wine is made in this reg…

Culture on a Budget: Best Spots to Book in Europe

Culture on a Budget: Best Spots to Book in Europe

BySophie Bratt

…panoramic view of the city. Or, head to the Jewish shoe memorial which is free too. There are so many sites be seen; you can join a market food tasting tour in the central market for as little as 24 euros. Find a trendy coffee place or join endless free walking tours to really explore and get to know this gorgeous city and its culture, all on a tight budget. Gdansk, Poland Another one of my favourite places in Europe and always an excellent-value…

How To Have Fun In Dubai!

BySophie Bratt

…y brunch. Yep, that’s right, people put on their glad rags and head to the latest be-seen brunch spots to eat and drink their way through the day. Prosecco for breakfast? I’ll cheers to that, *clink!* Take the vertical water slide challenge Dubai has some incredible water parks, but the most fun I had was at The Atlantis, just off The Palm. For a true adrenaline rush and quite frankly, really scary challenge… get yourself on the Poseidon’s Revenge…

How to book a dream beach holiday, on a budget!

ByJen Lowthrop

…ey may even add in extras like a hire car for a reduced rate – or even for free! Get online The Internet makes it very easy to compare prices for different resorts, holiday packages and flights. Dedicated sites allow you to search for the best rates at the destination you want to go to. It is also a good idea to sign up for newsletters and travel alerts from online retailers, as these will typically include details of special offers, including bea…

Chatsworth Christmas Market: Everything you need to know!

Chatsworth Christmas Market: Everything you need to know!

ByJen Lowthrop

…get in and there was more than enough to see at the stalls anyway. https://www.instagram.com/reel/CV-u0tyrqtR/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Is there any food at the market? Yes, there are many different food options available at the market. There are a lot more options than when I went two years ago. I was spoilt for choice and could have happily just spent all day there working my around all the food options. Crepes, Churros, Gyros, bacon baps, Co…