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A little stream weaving its way through the snow-capped mountains on the Tour du Mont Blanc, France

11-Day Tour du Mont Blanc Itinerary: The Ultimate Guide

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11-Day Tour du Mont Blanc Itinerary Striking blue alpine lakes, snow-capped jagged peaks, grazing cattle, ancient glaciers, rugged landscapes, pretty meadows, rustic mountain refuges and jaw-dropping viewpoints. Here is the ultimate 11-day Tour du Mont Blanc itinerary. The Tour du Mont Blanc is a magnificent multi-day hike encircling the Mont Blanc Massif usually in around […]

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The piercing blue Lac Blanc nestled underneath mountains while hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc, Chamonix, France

Everything You Need to Know Before Hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc

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Hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc is one of the most rewarding and challenging experiences you’ll have. Here is everything you need to know before you hike through some of France, Italy and Switzerland’s most epic mountain scenery.

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Colourful sunbeds on Brighton Beach in front of Brighton Pier, day trips from London, England

Day Trips From London; Ultimate Guide to 12 Fantastic Destinations

Leave a Comment / Europe, City Break, England, Hiking, London, United Kingdom / Helen Hazelwood

Medieval villages, golden beaches, ancient castles, natural hot springs, sandy coves, stunning rolling countryside and magnificent white cliffs. In under just 2 hours, there are some fantastic day trips from London. Click here for our full guide and everything you need to know.

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London Chinatown; A Local’s Complete Guide to Visiting

Leave a Comment / Europe, City Break, England, London, United Kingdom / Helen Hazelwood

Striking Qing-era style gates, bustling nightlife, delicious restaurants, interesting shops, a thriving history, colourful lanterns and much more. Welcome to London Chinatown.

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Narrowboats and trees line the waterways of Little Venice in North London, England, UK

23 Free Things to do in London: Ultimate Guide

Leave a Comment / Europe, City Break, England, London, United Kingdom / Helen Hazelwood

Stroll through beautiful parks, view the city from above, learn something new at a museum, catch a performance, take your photo at platform 9¾, visit London’s waterways. These are just some of the many free things to do in London.

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Peeking through the Holly Bush and Hollow Pond over the calm water and blue sky at Leyton Flats, Epping Forest, London

Guide to Leyton Flats in the Beautiful Epping Forest

Leave a Comment / England, Europe, Hiking, London, United Kingdom / Helen Hazelwood

Leyton Flats in Epping Forest is a beautiful 75-hectare nature reserve made up of wide-open grassland, shaded woodland and tranquil ponds.

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Vibrant Chinese Pagoda sitting on an island in the middle of the peaceful Victoria Park Lake, East London

Visiting Beautiful Victoria Park, London: Everything You Need to Know

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Boating lakes, an old English garden, a Chinese pagoda, delicious cafes, a rose garden and wide tree-lined walkways. Victoria Park is a tranquil haven in the heart of East London.

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Greenwich Park with its incredible views of Canary Wharf is one of the best picnic spots in London

7 Incredible Picnic Spots in London You Need to Know

Leave a Comment / City Break, England, Europe, London, United Kingdom / Helen Hazelwood

Tranquil ponds, gorgeous rose gardens, vast grassland, wilderness parks, roaming deer, a vibrant coloured Chinese pagoda, magnificent skyline views and world-class sporting venues. Continue reading for 7 of the best picnic spots in London!

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Googly eyes on a fushcia pink front door on Farm Place, one of Notting Hill's most colourful streets, London, England

The Best Guide to Notting Hill’s Most Colourful Streets

Leave a Comment / City Break, England, Europe, London, United Kingdom / Helen Hazelwood

Notting Hill’s most colourful streets look like they’ve been plucked from the pages of story books. Spend a few hours admiring the vibrant houses, vintage cars and cherry blossoms of London’s most picturesque neighbourhood.

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The view from the deck out across the pristine water, pebbly beach and magnificent ancient cave houses carved into the side of a gigantic volcanic cliff, Calhau da Lapa, Madeira, Portugal

Calhau da Lapa: Complete Guide to Madeira’s Hidden Gem

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Crystal clear water, ancient caves, a magnificent volcanic cliff, unique landscapes and a remote pebbly beach. Continue reading to discover the hidden gem of Calhau da Lapa.

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