Category: Travel

5 Things You Need To Know Before You Visit London As A Tourist

Oh, beautiful London. A landmark-filled city bustling with life, attracting millions of tourists every year. A place I platonically fell in love with years before I had a chance to visit it for the first time, and a place I’ve been lucky to call my home for the last five years. I recently thought about the things that surprised me when I went to London for the first time, and things I always tell my family and friends when they come to visit. I decided to share this list of five things you need to know before visiting London for the first time as a tourist, in case it helps some of you plan your trip.

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A Day In Dubrovnik, Croatia

Beautiful Croatia, one of the places I always look forward to going back to. I recently went on holiday to Makarska, and during that holiday I decided to also visit one of the final popular Croatian tourist destinations that I hadn’t been to before – Dubrovnik. Famous for its limestone Old Town and, more recently, for being one of the filming sites of Game of Thrones. Join me on my trip to the lovely Dubrovnik!

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A Visit To Greenwich Observatory, London, England

I recently finally had the pleasure of visiting the Royal Observatory in Greenwich – I had been to Greenwich Park many times, but never had a chance to visit the Observatory before. And let me tell you, it was an experience that left me deeply appreciative of something as simple as checking the time. If you’ve ever taken your watch or phone for granted, this place will make you rethink how much we owe to those who struggled to keep accurate time centuries ago!

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Hiking At Równica, Ustroń, Wisła, Poland

One of my favourite things to do when I go back to Poland is hiking. If the weather allows, I always try to dedicate one Saturday to a trip to the mountains which are about one hour’s drive away from my hometown. I’ve done numerous hiking trips there with my family when I was a child, and it’s always great to have a chance to go back and relive the memories. Last time I visited my family in Poland, we managed to go on a hike to Równica Mountain.

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A Day In Bath, England

Today, I’m going to take you on a trip to Bath – a charming city in the south west of England, famous for the Roman baths, the abbey and traditional buns. It’s a perfect destination for a weekend day trip from London. Stunning architecture, historically significant sites and great food – this city has it all! It’s been a while since I went on a trip to Bath, but I never wrote a post about it. Time to revisit that trip – join me as I relive those memories.

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Seven Sisters Hike – The Most Beautiful Cliffs In England

Today, I’m taking you to one of the most beautiful places in all of the UK. The Seven Sisters cliffs: tall, chalk cliffs stretching between Seaford and Eastbourne on the south coast of England. If you’re looking for places to go on a hike not too far from London, this is the perfect spot. I spent the day walking up and down the hills, admiring the views at every step. Join me as I relive that trip!

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10 English Towns To Go On A Day Trip From London

One of my favourite ways to spend a Saturday is going on a day trip. Living in London, I’m blessed with being able to hop on a train and travel to many charming towns and cities within a reasonable time. Today, I’d like to share with you 10 ideas for a day trip from London. Best of all: you don’t need a car! All of these destinations can easily be reached by train. Whether you prefer a serene afternoon in the seaside or a day filled with sightseeing, I’m sure you’ll find something for yourself in this list.

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5 Days In Gdansk, Poland

Although I’ve lived in London for nearly five years, I still visit my motherland a few times a year. I usually travel to my hometown, which is in the south of Poland, but recently I spent a few days in Gdańsk – a beautiful city located in the north of Poland, on the coast of the Baltic Sea. Gdańsk seamlessly weaves together vibrant history, stunning architecture, and serene beaches. I visited a few museums, ate fish and chips every day and had leisurely strolls on the beach. Join me as I reminisce that adventure!

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A Day In Dover, Kent, England

Today, I’m taking you back in time to a beautiful summer day when I went on a daytrip to Dover. It was one of my favourite trips so far, which combined educational elements of the visit to the majestic Dover Castle with breathtaking views on a quick hike on the white cliffs of Dover. The perfect, balanced agenda for a summer daytrip, if you ask me. Join me as I relive that trip.

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Folkestone To Dover Hike – Clifftop Route

The south-east coast of England allows for great hiking opportunities. Whether it’s along the beach or on top of the chalk cliffs, the hikes are filled with stunning views. Some of the most famous white cliffs can be found near Dover. I have once decided to try to walk from Folkestone – a charming town, worth visiting! – to Dover, expecting to enjoy the breathtaking panorama. Unfortunately, I didn’t find the right path that time and ended up walking most of the way at beach level. Still an interesting adventure for sure, but not quite what I had planned. So, I decided to have a second attempt – and this time, I managed to complete the hike between Dover and Folkestone along the clifftops.

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