If you missed my previous post, make sure to have a read of Part 1, where I documented my time exploring Negombo, Colombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and arriving into Ella via the local scenic train. I was lucky enough to spend three and a half weeks exploring Sri Lanka earlier this year, and my … Continue reading Sightseeing in Sri Lanka: Part 2
In February this year I spent three and a half weeks exploring Sri Lanka and had a truly wonderful time. For the first two weeks I joined a small group tour with G Adventures (a company I’d highly recommend) hitting all the main sights, and the final week I spent solo beach hopping along the … Continue reading Sightseeing in Sri Lanka: Part 1
As culinary experiences go, the simple joy of biting into a freshly prepared burger layered with texture and flavour is a very satisfying one. Whether you’re after a smashed burger or a thick patty, here are 8 of my favourite Bristol Burger spots. Pass the ketchup? Prime by Pasture Prime by Pasture, Redcliffe - Offering … Continue reading Bristol Burger Guide
Living in Bristol, we’re very lucky to live so close to Bath and it makes such a great day trip. It’s a 10-minute train ride from Bristol Temple Meads or you can use one of several Park and Rides. The Georgian architecture is truly beautiful - there’s a reason why many a film crew have … Continue reading Bath Visitor’s Guide
Bristol has numerous Asian offerings to satisfy your cravings, from bao to bibimap, Korean fried chicken to katsu curry, and summer rolls to sotbap. Here are my eight favourites: Tuk Tuck Tuk Tuck, Stokes Croft – this casual eatery serves some of the best bao in town along with delicious curries and bibimaps. The Tuk … Continue reading Bristol’s Best Asian Food
Last year I counted up all the countries I've visited and I realised I was very close to reaching 30 before my 30th birthday in September! It seemed too good an opportunity to miss, and Montenegro became my 29th country in the Spring. I’d highly recommend a visit to the Bay of Kotor, with its … Continue reading 30 countries before 30!
We are truly spoilt for choice when it comes to independent cafés, coffee shops and bakeries in Bristol. Whether you’re looking to catch up with a friend, pass the time with a good book, type away on a laptop, or simply watch the world go by, you’ll be sure to find a place that suits … Continue reading My Favourite Bristol Cafés
Last October I went on my first ever start-to-finish solo trip in Porto! It felt really freeing to be able to fill my time exactly how I chose, and I quickly settled into this new way of travelling. I really enjoyed visiting Lisbon back in January 2020 and it was a pleasure to return to … Continue reading Solo Trip to Porto
I am an avid fiction reader, with reading being a firm part of my daily evening routine, helping my mind to wind down before sleeping. I love to read while on holiday too, using my Kindle for travels, and when I’m Bristol based I borrow library books (a library card is free!). I read non-fiction … Continue reading 2024 Top Ten Book Recommendations
I’m a big fan of a soft, fluffy, thick sourdough crust (aka Neapolitan style pizza) so this is what predominantly features in my recommendations below, along with some New York and Detroit style options. New York style has a thin crispy crust, whereas Detroit style has a thick squidgy base somewhat akin to focaccia. There … Continue reading Bristol Pizza Guide: An Ode to Sourdough Pizza
ALEXA ELIZABETH 