Crete Chronicles: A guide to getting the most from Heraklion
Heraklion doesn’t fit that image; it’s busy. It’s urban. However, the longer I stayed and explored, the more I loved it. Here’s my guide to loving Heraklion too.
Crete Chronicles: Falling in love Cretan pottery
I’ve been writing about some of recent trip to Crete, including a closer look at traditional Cretan pottery and the wonderful village of Margarites
If you’re planning a trip to Crete, or simply dreaming about your next escape, come and have a read.
See Sofia Differently: A Self-Guided Graffiti Tour of Sofia
If you want to look a little more closely at Sofia’s walls, I’ve put together a short walking route based on some of the pieces I came across during my own wanderings. So what are you waiting for?
See Sofia Differently: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Communist Bulgaria
Explore Sofia's communist past on this self-guided walking tour, with historic landmarks, local tips, practical advice and places to stop along the way.
Last-Minute Holidays: Could waiting work in your favour?
Looking for a last-minute holiday? Discover how flexibility can unlock great destinations, luxury stays and unexpected escapes, with expert travel advice from Travels With Lauren.
Venice: Beyond the Guidebooks
The Money-Saving, Crowd-Dodging, Local-Led Tips Most Visitors Never Hear About
25 things I wish someone had told me before visiting Venice.
Before you pack your bags and step onto Italy's floating city, here are 25 things I genuinely wish someone had told me before visiting Venice.
