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Overnight Adventures

Looking for a quick dose of adventure? These guides will take you from the city to an unforgettable experience and back.

Overnight Adventure – Solsteinhaus: an Alpine Delight

07/05/2024 No Comments

Embark on a unforgettable overnight adventure to Solsteinhaus, a mountain refuge known for it’s delicious…

Overnight Adventures – Sleep Among Mountains at Erfurter Hütte

29/04/2024 No Comments

Welcome to the majestic Austrian Alps, where adventure awaits along with stunning vistas and cosy…

Playbook Essentials

A collection of Playbook essentials to get you started.

Walking the streets and taking in the sights

Walking Around – The Best Way to See a City

26/08/2024 No Comments

Walking around somewhere with a local tour guide is the best and fastest way to…

Learn About Nature and Contribute to Science While Travelling

14/05/2024 No Comments

Get curious while traveling and deepen your connection to nature with the free app called…

With these practical budget tips for adventures you'll be travelling far and wide.

Practical Budget Tips for Adventures – Travel Money Smarts

01/03/2024 No Comments

Picture this: exploring the world without constantly worrying about your budget. The reality is that…

Discover Schriesheim Quarry: A Climber’s Paradise
Towering quarry walls invite explorers to a multi-level climbing playground, set in the heart of a former open-cut quarry. Since its closure for mining, Schriesheim Quarry has transformed into one of the region’s most beloved destinations for climbers and nature enthusiasts alike. A visit here will quickly reveal why Schriesheim Quarry is renowned for offering… Read more: Discover Schriesheim Quarry: A Climber’s Paradise
Walking Around – The Best Way to See a City
Walking around somewhere with a local tour guide is the best and fastest way to see a new city or place. This post is an ode to free walking tours. I love free walking tours. So much so that a free walking tour is the first thing I do when I arrive in a new… Read more: Walking Around – The Best Way to See a City
Discover Hidden Local Gems in Heidelberg
Heidelberg is one of Germany’s prettiest cities and well worth a visit. It’s a popular destination for both German and international tourists. Amidst the popular attractions and crowded streets, there are hidden local gems waiting to be discovered by those willing to explore beyond the beaten path. Make this most of your time in Heidelberg… Read more: Discover Hidden Local Gems in Heidelberg
You Need to Visit Sarajevo During the Film Festival
Sarajevo in Bosnia and Herzegovina might just be my favourite city in Europe and there’s no better time to visit than during the Sarajevo International Film Festival. For the duration of the festival, there’s a buzz all around the city; tourists and locals fill the streets, spilling out from bars and restaurants. The city comes… Read more: You Need to Visit Sarajevo During the Film Festival
Try Deep Water Solo in Split, Croatia
Looking for somewhere to climb in Croatia? Why not try some deep water solo in Split. Just a short walk from the old town, this coastal gem offers the perfect blend of sun, saltwater, and adrenaline. Imagine plunging into the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea, jumping from a cliff as the sun sinks towards… Read more: Try Deep Water Solo in Split, Croatia
Learn About Nature and Contribute to Science While Travelling
Get curious while traveling and deepen your connection to nature with the free app called iNaturalist . This innovative app empowers travelers to explore, learn, and contribute to scientific knowledge. Join a community of over 7 million nature enthusiasts and embark on a journey of discovery like never before. Picture a personal guide to nature… Read more: Learn About Nature and Contribute to Science While Travelling
Overnight Adventure – Solsteinhaus: an Alpine Delight
Embark on a unforgettable overnight adventure to Solsteinhaus, a mountain refuge known for it’s delicious local cuisine and breath-taking alpine scenery. This hike lets you experience the majestic Austrian Alps, where stunning vistas, delicious food and a cosy mountain hut await. Experience an overnight adventure in a gorgeous alpine hut. The hike to Solsteinhaus begins… Read more: Overnight Adventure – Solsteinhaus: an Alpine Delight
Overnight Adventures – Sleep Among Mountains at Erfurter Hütte
Welcome to the majestic Austrian Alps, where adventure awaits along with stunning vistas and cosy mountain huts. Embark on a unforgettable overnight adventure to Erfurter Hütte, a mountain refuge nestled amidst breath-taking alpine scenery. Here’s everything you need to know before you embark on this night among mountains. Experience an overnight adventure in a gorgeous… Read more: Overnight Adventures – Sleep Among Mountains at Erfurter Hütte
Višegrad Travel Guide – Experience More of Bosnia & Herzegovina
Experience more of Bosnia and Herzegovina with a visit to Višegrad, a small town nestled in the heart of Eastern Bosnia and Herzegovina. Explore the turbulent history, famous bridge, scenic vistas, and fascinating culture in this comprehensive Visegrad travel guide. This travel guide equips you with all the essentials for embarking on a journey to… Read more: Višegrad Travel Guide – Experience More of Bosnia & Herzegovina
AI Travel Planning – Reviewing ChatGPT
In this article, I review ChatGPT as an AI travel planning tool, assessing it’s ability to craft a detailed trip itinerary. Can ChatGPT be the ultimate travel planning tool? Let’s find out. Explore the potential of ChatGPT in this AI travel planning review. Join me as we design a detailed trip itinerary from Barcelona to… Read more: AI Travel Planning – Reviewing ChatGPT
Practical Budget Tips for Adventures – Travel Money Smarts
Picture this: exploring the world without constantly worrying about your budget. The reality is that travelling involves spending money. It’s part of the experience. But there’s things you can do to spend less, while adventuring more. These practical budget tips for adventures are things you can do right now to make your money go further.… Read more: Practical Budget Tips for Adventures – Travel Money Smarts
River Swimming in Munich – Best Places for a Dip in 2024
Looking for the perfect place to cool off in Munich during the summer? Jump into Munich’s River swimming culture with these top recommendations. From beaches along the iconic Isar River to lakeside bliss, there is an array of options for outdoor aquatic adventures. As someone who can’t say no to a swim, I’ve found the… Read more: River Swimming in Munich – Best Places for a Dip in 2024
The Best Short Walks Around Heidelberg
Nestled in a valley between two hills, Heidelberg has much more to offer than just the pretty old town and picturesque castle. Head out on one of these short walks around Heidelberg for amazing views, nature, history and delicious German beer. These are the best short walks around Heidelberg. Heidelberg is an excellent place to… Read more: The Best Short Walks Around Heidelberg
Bulgaria and Romania Join Schengen – What it Means for Travel
Bulgaria and Romania joining the Schengen Area has important implications for travel across Europe. It impacts all tourists, both visa holders and EU citizens alike. This is what you need to know. From 1 March 2024 Bulgaria and Romania will officially be part of the Schengen Zone. Starting with air and sea borders, this means… Read more: Bulgaria and Romania Join Schengen – What it Means for Travel
Europe’s Best Climbing Hostels
Planning a climbing trip and need a great place to stay? Look no further! These climbing hostels from across Europe offer the perfect blend of accommodation, community and easy access to stunning climbing spots. Whether you’re a seasoned climber or just starting out, these climbing hostels cater to group and solo climbers of all levels… Read more: Europe’s Best Climbing Hostels
7 Photography Tips I Learned From Travelling With a Pro
Embarking on a journey with a seasoned photographer was a game-changer for my photography skills. Observing their techniques and tricks significantly enhanced my ability to capture memorable moments. Here are seven valuable travel photography tips I learned that can instantly elevate your photography. 1. Embrace the Magic of Soft Light The secret to captivating photos… Read more: 7 Photography Tips I Learned From Travelling With a Pro
FindPenguins Review – Convenient Travel Tracking App
FindPenguins is a free travel application designed to help you track your trip, share photos of locations and document experiences. This FindPenguins Review looks at if it is worth it for your next trip? In this post deep dive into FindPenguins, reviewing it to see just how useful it is. I’m not sure where I… Read more: FindPenguins Review – Convenient Travel Tracking App
Exploring Ireland’s Middle Earth – Lickeen Forest
Every so often I come across a place that make me feel a sense of awe. A place where exploring it makes me stop and appreciate how beautiful the world can be. While in Ireland I was lucky enough to find one of these places, Lickeen Forest. If you’re in search of a serene escape… Read more: Exploring Ireland’s Middle Earth – Lickeen Forest
My 5 Most Memorable Places for Running in Europe
Running in a new location is what I like to call ‘speed sightseeing’. It’s the perfect way to stay fit while also exploring a new place. These are my five most memorable locations for running in Europe. Keeping fit while traveling can be tricky and it’s often hard to create or maintain a routine. Whatever… Read more: My 5 Most Memorable Places for Running in Europe
Sailing the Turkish Coast Should Be Your Next Escape
Going sailing around the Turkish Coast was not the first place that came to mind when thinking about sailing around the Mediterranean. Typically, I hear of sail Croatia or sail Greece. I am here to tell you that you need to put sail Turkey on the top of your list. Swim in turquoise waters that… Read more: Sailing the Turkish Coast Should Be Your Next Escape
10 Most Expensive European Cities for Backpackers
There’s nothing worse than travelling somewhere and realising that you’ve already blown your budget within the first few days. To help you avoid this situation and extend your budget, these are the top ten most expensive European cities for backpackers. Embarking on a budget-friendly backpacking adventure across Europe is a dream for many, but the… Read more: 10 Most Expensive European Cities for Backpackers
Navigating Germany: A Comprehensive Guide to Trains, Buses, and More
In this Germany transportation guide, I’ll delve into the various transport options, weighing the pros and cons of each.
Travel in 2024: A Big Year for Tourism
After a busy 2023, the travel bug is set to bite harder in 2024, paving the way for a return to pre-pandemic tourism levels. As per the debut United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) World Tourism Barometer of the year, international tourism bid farewell to 2023 at a commendable 88% of pre-pandemic levels, welcoming around… Read more: Travel in 2024: A Big Year for Tourism
Hike to Ninoskhevi Waterfall – How to Not Get Lost
Take a hike to Ninoskhevi Waterfall, considered one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Georgia. This is how to not get lost on the way. For those looking to hike to Ninoskhevi waterfall, this is how you get there. Unfortunately, I attempted this hike but never made it. I followed the wrong route thinking it… Read more: Hike to Ninoskhevi Waterfall – How to Not Get Lost
Navigating Tuzla: A Guide to Tuzla Airport and Beyond
Embarking on a journey to or from Tuzla Airport? This is your essential guide to ensure a seamless airport experience. Beyond the airport intricacies, Tuzla itself unfolds as a city with a rich cultural tapestry and historical wonders waiting to be explored. For a lot of travellers, the main reason to visit Tuzla is for… Read more: Navigating Tuzla: A Guide to Tuzla Airport and Beyond
Drift Along the Drina: Complete Guide for Bajina Basta to Višegrad
Take a boat down one of the prettiest rivers in Europe from Bajina Basta in Serbia to Višegrad in Bosnia and Herzegovia. The views are extraordinary and it’s not every day you can to enter a country in such a unique way. If you are looking to travel from Serbia into Bosnia and Herzegovina, I… Read more: Drift Along the Drina: Complete Guide for Bajina Basta to Višegrad
Hike Zugspitze in One Day – Ehrwald to the Summit
Embark on a challenging alpine adventure with this comprehensive guide to conquering Zugspitze in one day. Skip the fluff and get practical insights into exploring Germany’s highest peak. Getting to the top of Zugspitze in one day is absolutely possible. This hike takes you from Ehrwald to the summit. Due to it’s steepness, the hike… Read more: Hike Zugspitze in One Day – Ehrwald to the Summit
How to Avoid Flight Check-In Mishaps
I messed up. I forgot to check-in online and ended up paying a lot more to check in at the airport. More than I paid for the flight. This is my story, hopefully these tips can help you remember to check-in online. Remembering to check-in online for your flight is an essential part of flying.… Read more: How to Avoid Flight Check-In Mishaps
Three Waterfalls in One Day – The Martvili Three Waterfall Hike
Three waterfalls in one day, each distinctly different from the next. This hike has it all, with opportunities for swimming, excellent views, peaceful forests and a bit of adventure. It’s a must for anyone looking to make the most of this stunning landscape around Martvili and Balda Canyon. This beautiful 15-kilometre loop visits the base… Read more: Three Waterfalls in One Day – The Martvili Three Waterfall Hike
Discover Free Bouldering in Munich: Hidden Gems for Climbers
Finding a place to climb in a city can be costly, especially while travelling. In this post I outline how and where you can boulder for free in Munich. That’s right, there is high quality free bouldering throughout the city. Just bring some climbing shoes. Munich is great spot for climbers and boasts a thriving… Read more: Discover Free Bouldering in Munich: Hidden Gems for Climbers
Travel Essentials – What to Pack in 2024
Traveling gets significantly easier when you have the perfect item, travel hack, application or website at your disposal. This is not your typical packing list telling you everything you need to take. This is a list of the small things you don’t think about. These are ten things that you need to take on your… Read more: Travel Essentials – What to Pack in 2024
13 Essential Apps for Travel in 2024
Having the right applications on your phone makes a massive difference while traveling. These 13 must have travel apps will become your go to for travel. I have personally tested each and every one of these applications for travelling. These 13 applications have a wide range of uses, from photography and currency conversion to navigation… Read more: 13 Essential Apps for Travel in 2024
Unlock the Full Potential of Google Maps as a Travel Journal
Google Maps has become a travel necessity for most people. But chances are you’re saving locations wrong. In this post I tell you how having a logical system of saving places helps you remember your trip and allows you to use Google Maps as a travel journal. Maps are an essential part of planning and… Read more: Unlock the Full Potential of Google Maps as a Travel Journal