The 7 best World War 2 tours in London (2024) – learn about Churchill & the Blitz!

A Statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square which can be seen on many WW2 tours in London

World War 2 in London gives images of the Blitz, barrage balloons in the sky and buildings in ruins. Thankfully London isn’t like that now, but there’s still a lot that you can see in the area, especially in the centre of the city. While I’ve been to Westminster countless times, I don’t often think … Read more

Edinburgh packing list: what to bring for a Scottish city break

Edinburgh packing list for city break

Edinburgh draws you in with it’s beautiful streets that make you want to just wander all day. It’s no wonder that it’s such a popular city break destination! It’s always full of so many vibrant people enjoying the festivals, street performers or just exploring many musuems. If you’re thinking it’s time for you to join … Read more

Best time to visit Edinburgh: our guide to which month or season to visit!

View over Edinburgh's Old Town on a sunny fall day

Walking the cobbled streets of Edinburgh and catching that first glimpse of Edinburgh Castle is a dream. Some people imagine that sight with a warm hat and coat on and others with the sun beaming down and warming them. Of course, this being Scotland, those scenarios could happen in any season! I’ve visited Edinburgh as … Read more