Slovensky Grob is a village just outside of Bratislava which hosts the annual Kingdom of the Goose Festival every September. This is our story of its origins, our experience and a story about opening ourselves to a new culture through food and burčiak! A Slow Travel Story: Slovakia’s Kingdom of the Goose Festival We arrive …
Insider Guide To Banská Štiavnica – Slovakia’s Prettiest Town
A year on from living in Bratislava, we want to take you on a journey to all the places we didn’t get around telling you about, starting with Banská Štiavnica. Slovakia’s prettiest town! The title bestowed upon this town is entirely apt. It lies in a valley, created by a volcano, deep in the Štiavnica …
Ways To Learn English Effectively!
There are many ways to learn English, and it’s all about practice. We’ve created this teaching resource to help English learners and teachers alike. We want articles that give solid practical advice. These are things we’ve found difficult to research or tackles issues that we encounter as teachers. Ultimately we think these tips will better …
House Sitting Crisis – What Happens Now?
There is a full-time house sitting crisis. House sitters across the world are in the position of being homeless, including us. Without sounding either melodramatic or like we’re looking for sympathy (this is, of course, the danger of life on the road), it’s thrown the sitter world into turmoil. With nobody travelling, there are no …
Ulm, Germany: 48-Hour UlmCard Guide with Itinerary
Our honest review of the 48-hour UlmCard as we discover record-breaking wonders and foody delights in Ulm, Germany.
A Mindful Neighbourhood Guide To Edinburgh
A mindful guide to each area of Edinburgh for tourists, expats and residents with local recommendations to do at your own pace.
A Local’s Public Transport Guide To Edinburgh
A local’s complete guide to public transport in Edinburgh and beyond. Including ticket prices, useful apps and travel around Scotland from the capital city!
Bratislava Expat Story – A Year in Slovakia
Bratislava is the first place I’ve lived for more than a year after leaving the UK three years ago. This was my journey from outsider to fully fledged Bratislava expat.
House Sit Planning + Essential Packing List
As long term and full-time house and pet sitters, this is a guide on organising your house sit! Including an essential packing list, cheap travel hacks and advice to ensure you go in prepared.
Casentino, Tuscany to Arezzo – Alternative Tuscany Trail
Casentino and the city of Arezzo are off the beaten track destinations in Tuscany. After spending two months living here, let us guide you through an alternative Tuscany trail.