Seven Spots for a Swim in the Lake District
There is truly no shortage of stunning spots to take a dip in the region's gorgeous lakes. On a sunny day, the locals are seen soaking up the rays by paddle-boarding, kayaking, and swimming.
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Where to eat and drink in Vienna, Austria
I recently returned from a week in Vienna, and my body is already missing the widely available pastries offered in this beautiful city. For those who don’t know, I am a PhD student in the UK, and my trips are…
5 things you MUST do in Split, Croatia
I was so lucky to get to travel to Split, Croatia to present at the 2022 Roman Archaeology Conference! Shoutout to the University of York’s YGRS Conference Fund which helped fund my trip. While there was a lot of networking…
5 reasons you should HIKE the Cliffs of Moher
If you’re planning a trip to Ireland, it’s likely you’ve scheduled a day or more to see the stunning Cliffs of Moher. If you haven’t, make sure to get them on your list ASAP as they are completely worth the…
The BEST way to explore County Mayo, Ireland
One of the main reasons our family trip to Ireland happened was because of our family’s historical connection to the country, particularly the County Mayo region. My dad has gone down the family line to uncover all kinds of fun…
How to spend 24 hours in Galway, Ireland
Our trip to Ireland was a whirlwind adventure, where we tried to knock out a few of the major Irish locations in just a few days. Because of this, the travel tips and ideas for Ireland are going to be…
5 Things to do before Traveling from the UK to USA in 2022
For those of us with partners or family in another country, the travel bans during the pandemic have felt never-ending. Things have gradually let up, but there are still a lot of hoops to jump through when traveling from one…
8 of the BEST coffee shops in Sheffield, England
This guide (from a local!) will cover the coffee shops and cafes I have already been to AND the ones on my list for the future. I will note if it’s a space that is suitable for remote working or…
Navigating Hypothyroidism – A Guide to Advocating for Your Health
Over the past few years, it seems as though more and more friends in their 20s have found themselves dealing with unexpected health issues. Blood tests and checkups become more routine as we begin to identify what ailments we will…
How to spend 24 hours in Amsterdam
Following our bike ride through the breathtaking tulip fields, we returned to Leiden Centraal and proceeded to Amsterdam Centraal. Our Airbnb was actually outside of the main city in a little town called Volendam, and we proceeded there first to…