Author Profile: Katie Mallalieu

Over the course of the long national holiday weekend (29/04 – 03/05), we decided to head 300km North East of Ho Chi Minh City towards the cool city of...   view more

Delhi is a huge city with massive contrasts. With a mixture of various religions and cultures there are a wide variety and style of temples. From Gurdwaras to mosques and even Bahai temples, you will find them...   view more

Whilst in Jaipur we decided to skip most of the main tourist attractions; such as the Amber Fort, and seek out things to do off the beaten...   view more

Udaipur is usually the last destination on most backpacker’s trip through the Golden Triangle and Rajasthan. By which point, you may be tired and ready to slow down the pace and do some relaxing activities. Here are 5 things you can do in Udaipur to...   view more

We arrived in Bukhara from Samarkand on a 1.5-hour fast train. Costing just $5.30, there was no competition between that or the 4 hours bus ride. Upon arriving in Bukhara with its cream washed stone walls, we instantly got the feeling of stepping back in...   view more

Samarkand is often referred to as the heart of the silk road. Why? Because it was once the hub of silk trade and the halfway point of the trade route that connected Europe to...   view more

Khiva is one of Uzbekistan’s big 3 ancient cities. Whilst it may be a pain to get to, it is totally worth the visit! After spending 3 days in Khiva city, it is safe to say it stole our hearts. Here is our short...   view more

Sarajevo is an up-coming destination for a European city break. It’s a city where east meets west and with every turn through the narrow streets, there’s something to feast your eyes on, history to delve into or some delicious food to eat. Here is our list of the top 15 things to do in...   view more

Many people go to Vienna and make a day trip to Bratislava, but it makes for a much cheaper sight-seeing trip to make a day trip to Vienna from Bratislava. Here is how you can make a cheap day trip to Vienna from...   view more

After 3 years, we returned to beautiful Budapest, our first destination abroad together and where our wanderlust began. Only this time, we travel smarter and are more enthusiastic about the little...   view more

On any trip around Europe, Krakow is a must visit. Filled with history, beauty and magical horses; this city will steal your heart and you will find it hard to...   view more

Within 5 minutes of arriving in Brasov I just knew that I was about to fall in love with this old-worldly town packed with medevil buildings and cobbled streets. Here is a list of things to do in Brasov and the best of what Brasov has to...   view more

Belgrade! A city with so much history and a city that was war town less than 30 years ago. However, the city has now made a recovery and is an upcoming tourist destination. Here we tell you the best way to explore Belgrade on the...   view more

Bratislava is small but with its old cobbled streets and castle-like buildings it may just leave you wanting more. You can easily see the best of Bratislava in a day. Here are the main free places to visit in...   view more

Our first stop in Ukraine was the colouful Lviv. We went out in Lviv to seek out some unusual things to do. Here are 4 unusual things to do in...   view more

Kiev is a wonderful city filled with Orthodox churches, monasteries and cool hang out spots. Here is a quick guide of cheap things to do in...   view more

Looking for things to do in Livingstone? Here’s a list of the top 7 do not miss things to do! They will keep you occupied for your entire stay in Livingstone: Zambia’s beating heart of tourism...   view more

Timisoara has plenty to offer with its mixture of old tradition and modern trendy architecture and attractions. Here are 7 reasons why you must visit Timisoara on your European...   view more

Cape Town is filled with things to do! Whether you’re on a 3 day trip or spending a week in Cape Town, you will not find it difficult to pack your days with fun, history and amazing...   view more

Have the option to make a long layover in Qatar? Here is a guide on what to do, whether it be a whirlwind 5-hour stop or a jam-packed 12-hour stop! Also, find essential tips for travel around Qatar along with the new and updated fees for entrance to the...   view more