Complete guide to visiting Lake Ohrid and the UNESCO city of Ohrid, with the best things to do in Ohrid, advice on where to stay, getting there and when to go.

Looking for a stylish hotel-slash-hostel in Málaga? Here's my review of TOC Hostel Málaga with first-hand details on the rooms, location, breakfast and value.

Honest review of Staycity Aparthotel Bordeaux City Centre. See what the rooms are like, nearby attractions, and whether this aparthotel is worth the price.

Complete guide to visiting the awesome Dune du Pilat and charming Arcachon as a day trip from Bordeaux. Advice on getting there, what to do and helpful tips.

Close to Shinjuku Station with Tokyo attractions on your doorstep but comfortable, quiet and safe? The JR Kyushu Blossom Shinjuku hotel is the perfect base.

I’m Helen, a travel blogger near Manchester, UK with a full time job and a mission to make the most of my annual leave. Read more about me ...

Visiting Pompeii, the ancient Roman city in southern Italy that was destroyed by a volcano, is on a lot of people’s travel bucket lists – it had been on mine since I was little! Before I visited ...

Malaga is great in its own right, but one of its best features is the day trips you can do. Beaches, hikes, history - discover the best day trips from Malaga.

Desperate to travel on a high speed Shinkansen train in Japan but short on time? Read about the best short bullet train ride from Tokyo with tips for your trip.

Tirana, the capital of Albania, makes a perfect weekend break, with fascinating things to do, amazing food and drink and a fun, walkable city centre.

Visiting Herculaneum, a Roman city destroyed at the same time as Pompeii, is really rewarding. Here's how to visit Herculaneum on your trip to Italy.

Hello, I'm Helen, and I write helpful and (hopefully) inspirational posts that help people to plan trips and get the most out of their precious vacation time.