Category: Weather
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Stockholm, Sweden, Day 4, 040126: Taking It Slow in Sub-Zero Temperatures
A Slow, Frosty Start There was absolutely no rush to get out of bed this morning. With temperatures sitting at minus 5, we stayed tucked up a little longer, enjoying the warmth of the room at Hotel Reisen. We’d been sensible the day before and brought some treats back from afternoon tea, so breakfast was…
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Stockholm, Sweden, Day 3, 030126: Snowy Streets, ABBA Hits and Afternoon Tea at the Grand Hôtel
We had another leisurely start to the day, thanks in part to a snowstorm that woke me in the night. By morning I decided I clearly needed to catch up on sleep, so we took things slowly before heading out. A Slippery Start in Snowy Stockholm Stepping into snowy Stockholm felt magical… right up until…
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Stockholm, Sweden, day 2, 020126: A snowy day exploring Stockholm
A Slow Start to a Snowy Morning We started the day slowly, helped by the fact that it had begun snowing heavily again overnight. Big, soft flakes fell steadily, instantly making everything feel quieter and more magical. With no rush, we eventually wrapped up warm and headed out around 11am. ⸻ The Royal Palace in…
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Stockholm, Sweden, Day 1: 010126 A snowy New Year in the Old Town
From bustling markets to cosy eateries, Stockholm’s Gamla Stan offers a winter escape with rich history and modern charm.
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Northern Ireland, day 3, 220925: 24 Hours in Belfast: History, Heritage & Hospitality
Belfast is a city where history isn’t just remembered — it’s lived. From the shipyards that launched the Titanic to the cobbled lanes of the Cathedral Quarter, every corner tells a story. Here’s how we spent 24 hours in Northern Ireland’s capital, balancing heritage, great food, and a lively night out. Morning: From Bushmills to…
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Northern Ireland , day 2, 210925: Rainbows, Guinness, and a Story from the Cliffs
The day began with the kind of hotel breakfast you could happily linger over for hours. I started with natural yogurt, granola, and fruit compote, followed by a cheese and mushroom omelette so large that I couldn’t finish it. Not a bad start for a day of exploring Northern Ireland’s legendary Causeway Coast. Cancelled plans…
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Northern Ireland, day 1, 200925: A Day of Trails, Tastes & Tales: From Cave Hill to Bushmills
We drove off the Stena Line ferry at about 7am, the morning still fresh and quiet. We were relaxed after our smooth overnight crossing from Liverpool, but with the day ahead of us, we headed straight for our first adventure: Cave Hill Trail, just outside Belfast. Morning on Cave Hill The walk was about 4.33…
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Valletta, Malta, day 6, 280625
We didn’t rush to get up today. We had to check out by 11:00, and our flight wasn’t leaving until 20:15 (or so we thought). So we had quite a bit of time to kill. After we’d had a cuppa, packed our bags and left them with reception until later, we ventured out into the…
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Gozo, day 5, 270625
After feeling well and truly medicined by the wine pairings that accompanied our 7 course blind tasting menu at Legligin the night before, the last thing we thought we’d be doing was catching a fast ferry to Gozo. After having a cuppa in our hotel room, we skipped breakfast and headed to the fast ferry…
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Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra Temples, Marsaxlokk and Birgu, Malta, day 4, 260625
Day 4 and we had planned a bit of culture by visiting some ancient temples in Malta, which I learned about whilst doing research for this trip. Dated around 3600BC, they were built before Stonehenge and the Pyramids of Giza. They are located on the southern coast of Malta, near the village of Qrendi. It’s…
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