The Dumfries Big Burns Supper is one of the largest festivals in Scotland celebrating all things Robert Burns, as well as Scottish culture and heritage in general. Begun in 2011, the event runs over a number of days and has a wide variety of performances, from musical acts to cabaret to stand up comedy – […]
Archives for January 2018
5 Days in Iceland: The Complete Self-Drive Itinerary for Any Season
Iceland has quickly become one of our favourite countries to explore. We’ve visited multiple times, in both summer and winter, and on our longest trip we spent four weeks driving the full Ring Road. So we’ve got plenty of first-hand experience to draw on when putting together an Iceland itinerary. This post is a detailed, […]
3 Days in Vienna: The Perfect Vienna Itinerary
We think that three days in Vienna is the perfect amount of time for a visit. Three days will let you see the majority of the main sights in this beautiful city that you’re interested in, plus add in a few of the less well-known attractions, without being too rushed. In this post, we’re going […]
Iceland Winter Packing List: What to Actually Pack (From Someone Who Learned the Hard Way)
I forgot my towel the first time I went to Iceland in winter. Not exactly a crisis, but the kind of thing that has you wandering around looking for a shop (thanks Ikea!) when you’d rather be doing literally anything else. Jess and I have visited Iceland in winter multiple times now, and every trip […]
The Best Gelato in Rome: 14 Gelaterias We’ve Actually Tried
If you’re heading to Rome, one thing you have to do is try gelato. Strictly speaking, gelato differs from ice cream in a few key ways. It has less fat, less air, and is served warmer, which makes it denser and more intensely flavoured than standard ice cream. It also melts faster, which on a […]
The Loony Dook 2026: Everything You Need To Know + Alternatives!
Not satisfied with an epic fireworks display, a massive street party and a torchlight procession to celebrate the new year (which they call Hogmanay), the folks of Scotland have also instituted an annual tradition known as the Loony Dook. This primarily involves waking up early after your New Year’s Eve festivities and throwing yourself into […]