Within 4 days, we saw 7 castles, followed the path of Claire and Jamie in the key Outlander filming locations, and overall, travelled almost 500 miles.
Scotland, you’ve won my heart!
10 reasons why Puglia should be your next holiday destination
Mark my words: Puglia is the next big thing!
Brookes Snow Ski Trip 2017
We just got back from the best Ski trip ever at Les Acrs 1800, and I just can't keep my emotions in! I literally was in tears on the last day - leaving the Alps broke my heart! First of all, I would like to say a massive thank you to the Oxford Brookes Snow... Continue Reading →
The proposal
For our eight year anniversary Ben took me to Paris. Eight years together turned into something much more romantic and important to celebrate. We got engaged. On the 26th of September, at 8 am, Ben dragged me out of bed to have a photo shoot. If you know me well, you can imagine how delighted... Continue Reading →
When Ben and Polina went to Crete
I think it's about time I started blogging again and what is a better topic than telling you guys all about the amazing holiday I've just came back from??! Ben and I went to Crete - a beautiful Greek island. We found an amazing deal on Thomas Cook that was definitely more than worth it.... Continue Reading →
Vatican
Vatican has always been on my bucket list. The smallest country in the world which also happens to be the biggest art museum, seemed like a great place to spend a day while visiting Rome. Everything is so grand. Gives you a real feeling of how rich and prosperous the Catholic Church has been. Every building,... Continue Reading →
Colosseum
Colosseum is a 'must' for any eager tourist in Rome. The legendary amphitheatre that is nearly 2,000 years old. The place where around 5,000 gladiators died every year. I love ancient history, so I found it surreal being inside. I imagined the Colosseum to be bigger, but thinking back on it, it's not the size that makes... Continue Reading →
Akbar Trastevere @ Rome
Who cares about the tourist guides or Tripadvisor? Once you've walked through the door of a nice establishment, you know whether you are going to love it or hate it (until you get your first drink anyway đ )Ben and I were wandering around the Trastevere area and spotted a bar - Akbar - it... Continue Reading →
Piazza Navona, Pantheon & Spanish steps
Piazza Navona is a beautiful square filled with cafes, street artists and performers. You can get a caricature done within 5 minutes for 10âŦ - but Ben wasn't keen.đŠI still have a couple of days to convince him - wish me luck! đ It felt absolutely amazing sitting down for a drink with live music... Continue Reading →
Obladi Oblada
We have just arrived to Rome, got our beautiful apartment keys and decided to pop down for a drink. The place just below the apartment - Obladi Oblada- gave us the first true impression of a real Roman bistro. Not only did this place remind me of my dad (who is a huge Beatles fan),... Continue Reading →
