Solo Travel, Vegetarian Eats, and Short Escapes

Planning a festive getaway shouldn't feel like a second job. If you're scrolling through travel blogs that recommend £400 boutique hotels and first-class train tickets, you've probably started to think Christmas city breaks aren't for people with actual budgets. Here's the reality: you can have a brilliant festive weekend away for £100–250 per person. You just need to be strategic about it. This guide is for UK travellers who want a proper Christmas escape—whether that's Manc

It’s 3 AM on Black Friday 2025, and half the country is awake.Not because they want to be, but because they’re refreshing their browsers, chasing deals like their lives depend on it. But here’s the thing: I’m not playing this year. And if you’re reading this, I’m betting you’re tired of it too. The Black Friday Trap We All Know Too Well You know the drill. Seventeen tabs bookmarked. Alarms set. Waiting rooms joined. And for what? A discounted suitcase you don’t need for trips

Photo by Tobi After years of solo travel across Europe and beyond, I've learnt that the secret to stress-free adventures isn't packing more—it's packing smarter. Whether you're planning a day trip or a week exploring European cities via FlixBus, having the right backpack and knowing exactly what to pack makes all the difference. In this guide, I'll share my tried-and-tested packing lists for three types of trips: day adventures, weekend escapes, and longer journeys. No fluff,