Kirsty Bartholomew 
When looking for somewhere to stay in Yorkshire you’ll be inundated with stone built cottages with pretty views. Awesome right? But what if you wanted something with a LOT more character? Somewhere unique, somewhere really unusual for your Yorkshire getaway. Well, I’ve got your back there, I’ve been scouring some of the best vacation rental … Read more
Jedburgh is a wonderful Scottish Border town. It’s passed through by many on their way up to Edinburgh or down to England, but it’s well worth a stop. It’s a place steeped in so much history, and so much of it is still on show to this day. I used to travel through Jedburgh so … Read more
When you’re planning a trip to visit ancient sites such as Avebury Stone Circle you can just picture it – peaceful countryside, rolling hills and quaint English villages. So when planning, it’s essential to get the right place to stay in Avebury or nearby. I love exploring historical sites in England and it makes it … Read more
Yorkshire is one of the most stunning and varied counties in England and what better way to explore it than with a series of day trips to different locations. I lived in Yorkshire for 20 years and have some fond memories of all of these places – this might mean some aren’t in your standard … Read more
Airbnb has really changed the accommodation world in recent years and I always loved how it brought unique and cool places to stay within reach. I loved to search for interesting places to stay when researching our trips – who knew what you could find! You might be looking for some Airbnb alternatives in the … Read more
This is your classic Scottish Highlands road trip which is suitable for people who are familiar with the country or also those who are visiting for the very first time. The 10 day Scottish Highlands Itinerary will take you through all sorts of scenery from lochs to hills to islands and all sorts in between. … Read more
If you’ve ever wanted to drive to Italy from the UK and wondered what the trip was like and whether it was worth the long journey then this blog post is for you. We did the journey a couple of years ago now in a really small car. Yes we could have probably flown and … Read more
There’s a new and popular driving route in Scotland called the NC500, North Coast 500, which some even say is like Scotland’s Route 66. It’s proven to be a really great destination and it’s perfect for touring with motorhomes and campers. What Scotland’s north coast does have in abundance is beautiful scenery, quiet countryside and … Read more
Avebury Stone Circle is one of the most impressive bits of ancient history in England, but did you know that it’s actually the largest megalithic stone circle in the world? Many people rate the standing stones even higher than Stonehenge, and it’s not surprising since you can get up close and personal with the … Read more
Bury St Edmunds could just be another small English town if you didn’t know any better and honestly, up until recently I was none the wiser too, but I’ll let you in on the secret now – it’s a gorgeous town, with lots to do and I definitely recommend spending some time there if you … Read more