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The best easy walks in Ireland with epic views

Helena Bradbury January 31, 2022

Whether you’re looking for the best walking trails in Ireland or just some easy walks in Ireland for an afternoon stroll, these easy walks with epic views should be on your Ireland bucket list. With trail details for each included.

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In Europe Tags ireland, hiking

The Ultimate Ring of Kerry Itinerary: One Day Ring of Kerry Car Route

Helena Bradbury January 8, 2022

This one day Ring of Kerry itinerary covers all the best Ring of Kerry stops to plan your day on this epic Ireland driving route. Plus optional stops to add if you’re staying for longer.

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In Europe Tags ireland, ring of kerry, road trip
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Things to do on Inis Mor, Ireland: a day trip to Inis Mor from Doolin

Helena Bradbury December 27, 2021

Discover things to do on Inis Mor with this day trip to Inis Mor itinerary. The largest island in the Aran Islands, Inis Mor is a hidden gem off the coast of Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way.

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In Europe Tags ireland, aran islands, inis more, inishmore
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An EPIC 7 Day Ireland Itinerary: Self Drive Road Trip

Helena Bradbury November 14, 2021

A 7 day Ireland itinerary will never be enough to see it all, but this itinerary certainly tries! From the famous Wild Atlantic Way to hidden gems, use this 7 day Ireland road trip to plan your Ireland route.

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In Europe Tags ireland, road trip, dublin, galway, wild atlantic way
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The best places to visit in Sligo: things to do on a weekend in this underrated Irish county

Helena Bradbury October 29, 2021

A guide to help you plan how to spend 2 days in Sligo County and the best places to visit in Sligo, including hikes, easy walks, best beaches, swimming spots, scenic drives and more.

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In Europe Tags ireland, sligo, weekend break, county sligo
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Where to stay in Tallinn, Estonia - Hotel Review (+other options to consider)

Helena Bradbury May 14, 2021

Whether you’re visiting Tallinn in the winter season or the summer months, finding the best place to stay in Tallinn and the best area to stay in Tallinn Estonia, is an essential part of your trip. Here’s my recommendation and review for the best hotels in Tallinn for your stay.

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In Europe Tags tallinn, estonia, best hotels, hotel review, europe weekend break
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Where to stay in Berat, Albania

Helena Bradbury April 18, 2021

One of the most underrated places in Europe, if you’re planning a trip you’ll need to know where to stay in Berat. These are the best places to stay in Berat Albania, my top recommendation for hotels in Berat and the best location for staying in Berat.

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In Europe Tags berat, albania, europe, best hotels, places to stay
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Meteora sunset Greece

How to do a day trip from Thessaloniki to Meteora, Greece

How to do a day trip from Thessaloniki to Meteora, Greece

Helena Bradbury March 17, 2021

A day trip from Thessaloniki to Meteora is a great option if you’re short on time but still want to see the breathtaking and completely unique landscape of Meteora. With these three options for a day trip to Meteora, there’s an option to suit every budget and visit this spectacular destination in Greece.

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In Europe Tags meteora, greece, thessaloniki, europe, europe weekend trips, day trip, meteora tours
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Parga Greece

The best things to do in Parga, Greece

The best things to do in Parga, Greece: the complete travel guide

Helena Bradbury February 1, 2021

With colourful cliffside houses, a vibrant blue bay and a set among the hills and olive groves, Parga is a perfect summer holiday destination. Now I want to share the best things to do in Parga, Greece on your trip, including what to see in Parga, the best beaches in Parga, where to eat and places to stay in the town.

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In Europe Tags things to do in parga, Parga, Greece, Europe, greece
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The best budget weekend trips to Europe from London

The best budget weekend trips to Europe from London

Helena Bradbury November 13, 2020

The great thing about living in the UK is your proximity to so many European countries. Use this guide to the best budget weekend trips to Europe from London, whether you’re looking for an adventure weekend in Malta, or a relaxed escape to incredible beaches in Albania this guide has plenty of ideas for weekend trips to Europe.

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In Europe Tags europe weekend break, europe weekend trips, budget weekend trips, europe, budget travel
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Tirana Guide: What to do in Tirana, Albania in 2 days

Tirana Guide: What to do in Tirana, Albania in 2 days

Helena Bradbury October 9, 2020

This Tirana guide includes everything you need to know for your trip to the Albanian capital, including, what to do in Tirana, Tirana attractions and sightseeing, plus recommendations for where to stay in Tirana and where to eat.

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In Europe Tags tirana, albania, balkans, city guide
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Iceland | The best winter weekend getaways in Europe

The best winter weekend getaways in Europe

The best winter weekend getaways in Europe

Helena Bradbury September 4, 2020

Winter can be a great time to see cities in Europe at off-peak prices. This guide to the best winter weekend getaways in Europe will give you ideas for cheap winter destinations in Europe, the best European cities to visit in winter and cheap European Christmas destinations to help you plan your trip, with tips and recommendations for each place.

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In Europe Tags winter break, winter destinations, europe, weekend trip
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Where to find the best views in Venice | best places for panoramas, aerial views, iconic Venice photo locations | trip to Venice | Venice Instagram locations | Venice travel photography | Helena Bradbury travel blog | venice guide | Venice Italy pho…

Where to find the best views in Venice

Where to find the best views in Venice

Helena Bradbury August 22, 2020

Heading to Venice and want to know where to find the best views in Venice? This post shares 10 of the best views of this iconic city, including many lesser known ones. While the famous bell towers are well-known and offer amazing views, I’ve shared many cheaper, less busy alternatives on this post with the exact location, cost and photo tips.

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In Europe Tags venice, italy, europe, photo guide
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3 days in Venice: a Venice itinerary for peak season to avoid the crowds | Helena Bradbury travel blog | Venice in three days | three perfect days in Venice | things to do in Venice in 3 days | Venice trip itinerary | three days in Venice | Venice I…

3 days in Venice

a Venice itinerary for peak summer season to avoid the crowds

3 days in Venice: a Venice itinerary for peak summer season to avoid the crowds

Helena Bradbury August 21, 2020

Venice is on most people’s bucket list, but often the crowds associated with Venice are off-putting. So when I visited and did 3 days in Venice, I came up with an itinerary that would mean seeing all the famous sights and photography spots that I’d dreamed of, but without the crowds, or at least with a lot less people in the middle of July! So whether you’re wanting to visit Venice and avoid the crowds as much as possible, or you’re a photographer looking to optimise your time taking photos without people in them, this guide is for you!

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In Europe, 48 hours in Tags venice, europe weekend break, italy, itinerary
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Paris weekend guide (on a budget) - Helena Bradbury Travel Blogger | how to see Paris on a budget | where to stay on a budget in Paris | paris for two days | 48 hours in paris | what to do with one night in Paris | paris budget guide | france | euro…

48 hours in Paris on a budget

48 hours in Paris on a budget

Helena Bradbury August 19, 2020

Find out what to do in Paris for 2 days and how to visit Paris on a budget. This guide to 48 hours in Paris shares my 2 days in Paris itinerary which you can do for under £170.

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In Europe, 48 hours in Tags weekend in paris, paris city break, paris, france, paris on a budget
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Montenegro Itinerary: A guide to visiting this underrated destination

Montenegro Itinerary: A guide to visiting this underrated destination

Helena Bradbury August 17, 2020

This Montenegro itinerary will give you all the information you need for planning a trip to Montenegro. What this beautiful little country lacks in global recognition, it certainly makes up for with its diverse natural beauty and budget-friendly travel costs – making it one of the most overlooked and underrated countries in Europe.

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In Europe Tags montenegro, europe, budva, flights from the uk, perast, undiscovered, roadtrip, car hire
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Colorful Parga Town Greece

10 day Balkans Road Trip Itinerary: North Macedonia, Albania and Greece

10 day Balkans Road Trip Itinerary: North Macedonia, Albania and Greece

Helena Bradbury August 17, 2020

Albania, North Macedonia and Greece are gaining in popularity as travel destinations but they are still relatively cheap to visit and the easiest way to see them is to drive. This 10 day Balkan road trip itinerary takes you through these three Balkan countries for those on a short time schedule or on a budget. With accommodation and food recommendations, rental car tips and all the sights to explore along the route.

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In Europe Tags europe, road trip, north macedonia, albania, greece, balkans
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Riga Instagram Locations - the 12 most instagrammable places in Riga, Latvia for your next trip to this beautiful Baltic state| Helena Bradbury travel blog | riga street photography | riga photography | riga latvia old town | riga best photo spots |…

Riga Instagram Locations - the 12 most instagrammable places in Riga, Latvia

Riga Instagram Locations - the 12 most instagrammable places in Riga, Latvia

Helena Bradbury August 8, 2020

If you’re visiting Riga, this guide gives you 12 of the most instagrammable places in Riga and the best Instagram locations for Riga street photography, aerial photography, architecture and more.

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In Europe Tags Riga, latvia, baltic, instagram spots, instagram guide, europe weekend break
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The Best Viewpoints in Salzburg, Austria | Helena Bradbury travel blog | best panoramic view of salzburg | Salzburg austria winter | salzburg austria photography | hohensalzburg fortress | Mönchsberg  | where is the best view of salzburg? | view fro…

The Best Viewpoints in Salzburg, Austria

The Best Viewpoints in Salzburg, Austria

Helena Bradbury August 3, 2020

This guide will help you find all the best viewpoints in Salzburg, Austria that are within walking distance of the old town, including information on any fees or costs to enter and how to find your way to the best Salzburg photo spots and panoramic views of this beautiful city.

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In Europe Tags salzburg, austria, viewpoints, photo guide, photo locations
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Four of the best alternative European Christmas Markets you should visit this year (which aren’t in France or Germany) | Helena Bradbury travel blog | best european cities for christmas markets | christmas europe markets | the best christmas markets…

Four of the best alternative European Christmas Markets you should visit this year

(which aren’t in France or Germany)

Four of the best alternative European Christmas Markets you should visit this year (which aren’t in France or Germany)

Helena Bradbury August 1, 2020

If you’re looking for a different European Christmas Market experience this year, one of these four destinations might be for you. Moving away from the popular Christmas Markets in France and Germany, these Christmas Markets in Estonia, Austria and Belgium offer something unique and fun this festive winter season.

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In Europe Tags austria, christmas market, salzburg, europe weekend break, europe christmas markets, city break, winter break, christmas, old town, christmas markets
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