If there is a beach to be found in any destination, I will be the one to find it. ๐ I feel my absolute best at the beach, near the water, exposed to the big sky and horizon. Beside this beach is another attraction though, so a two or even three in one! A visit …
A previous post covered the first set of things that popped into my head, but I quickly realized that there were so many more! As a budget traveller I value this kind of information, so though I should create another list. Here are 5 more free things to do in Paphos to keep you entertained …
Regular readers are probably aware that I gravitate to the older neighbourhoods when visiting any new destination. I love the depth of character, vibrancy and grit of the old hoods. Cyprus is no different. There is a lot of history to explore here and the old town Paphos is so pretty!! Capital Paphos was once …
I have been located in this mostly residential municipality for my first couple of weeks in Turkey. I am quite far from the coast, but every other day I cannot help but wander down to beautiful Konyaalti Beach in Antalya. Location From Antalya Old Town, Konyaalti Beach is towards the Taurus Mountain Range, on the …
Wandering down a new to me road the other morning, I found a green space. I crossed the busy highway, and entered into a grassy area. Overcome with the loveliness of seeing fresh green grass, I wandered in a ways. What I had discovered was Ataturk Kultur Park an oasis in the middle of Antalya. …
Being situated in the Bay of Kotor, I knew I would be surrounded by all things marine. What I didnโt know is just how luxurious Porto Montenegro and marinas of Tivat actually are. I know virtually nothing about boats and boating life, but I can certainly admire the beauty of these vessels. Porto Montenegro The …
Iโve posted about Old Nessy and the beautiful beaches, but what about New Nessebar and the area? Well, it seems there are actually two areas, one Iโll refer to as New, which is the closest to the old town, and then New New which is actually newly built. Old Nessebar Old Nessy was actually an …
Besides the obvious draw which is Old Nessebar itself, and its ancient cobblestone streets full of ruins and churches, there are many more things to experience in the area. Here are 5 free things to do in Nessebar if you are on a budget and curious about the vicinity. Nessebar South Beach With Sunny Beach …
Being based in Nessebar, Bulgaria for a few weeks has given me the ability to explore the surrounding areas. One such, is the little resort town of Ravda which is located up the coast. It takes me 45 minutes to walk there, beach-combing on the way up and discovering the town on the way back. …
Walking down the main pedestrian strip of โGlavnataโ in Plovdiv is a must for any visitor to the city. Veer off to one side of this street at the mosque, and you may just find yourself exploring Kapana District โThe Trapโ as it is known. In this area, were for centuries, the tailors, crafts people, …
As a budget traveller I donโt eat out very often. This is perhaps one of the biggest downfalls for me whilst travelling on a budget. In order to sample the local food, I purchase things from markets, and pick up local snacks. I can bring these treats home and supplement them with fresh veg and …
I think it is safe to say that most tourists who come here, especially on a short holiday, are going to be immersed in the beauty of old town Split. The ancient alleyways of Diocletianโs Palace and the neighbouring area of Old Town are utterly charming in every way. Diocletianโs Palace The area of the …
When visiting the city of Split, the Riva waterfront is one of the most photographed tourist attractions. It is a special place where people of all ages come together to exercise, socialize, dine and enjoy the company of each other under the big blue Croatian sky. Walking the beautiful Riva Promenade in Split is a …
Visiting Italy is a foodieโs dream come true. The quality of ingredients is high, the pure simplicity of the dishes is magic. No matter what your heart desires, with a little research, you will be eating amazing food in Rome. Eating on a Budget My first visit to Rome was one of sampling the amazing …
What an amazing city. So much history, beauty, culture, food, architecture and ambience. Stunning Valletta, the capital city of Malta, seems to have it all. Iโll show you some photographs so you can see what you will be embraced with when you arrive. Within the old city walls, Valletta is actually really easy to navigate. …
We all know by now how much I adore markets! I will always try and visit one where ever I travel and usually more than once. ๐ Puerto Vallarta has several markets, one is the Thursday Night Market in the Marina. The marina market has many of the same vendors as the Lazaro Cardenas Saturday …
For my daily long walk today, I went and explored two new to me neighbourhoods of Puerto Vallarta. I have wanted to check out the Versalles & Diaz Ordaz hoods of PV for quite a while and today was the perfect time! Firstly the correct spelling is Versalles even though many places use the French …
I have written posts about the other three main neighbourhoods in Sayulita being North End, South End and Gringo Hill. But I haven’t yet dedicated a post showcasing the area where most visitors will be spending their time. Downtown Sayulita is bursting with Life! Downtown is where the action is, restaurants are and definitely is …