Roermond, Netherlands day trip: Best things to see and do by Kay on 22 July 2026 Posted in Netherlands Roermond is a city in the province of Limburg in the Southeastern part of the Netherlands, just north of Maastricht and close to the German border. Roermond has something for everyone. It boasts some quite diverse activities such as a designer shopping outlet, boating and water sports, museums and historical architecture. I visited Roermond on Read More 3
Thorn Netherlands: The perfect day trip to the white town. by Kay on 25 June 2026 Posted in Netherlands Thorn, pronounced Tor-un, is a small historic town in the Southern Dutch province of Limburg, situated close to Maastricht. Famous for its white-washed, pristine houses and cobbled streets. Often referred to as ‘The White Town’ (Witte Stadje). It is a beautiful, picturesque town that is certainly worth seeing. Thorn Netherlands: The perfect day trip to Read More 7
Best places to hang out and have lunch in The Hague: 11 local spots you’ll love. by Kay on 2 January 2026 Posted in Netherlands Looking for the best places to hang out in The Hague? From lively squares and cosy cafes to the beach at Scheveningen. The Hague has plenty of places to spend an afternoon or evening. I’ve put together my favourite spots, including where to go for coffee, nightlife, or a relaxed afternoon. With its museums, great Read More 11
Bucharest Travel Guide: Things to do in Bucharest, Romania by Kay on 19 August 2025 Posted in Romania Bucharest, Romania’s lively capital, is a city of contrasts: grand Belle Époque buildings sit alongside communist era architecture, old streets lead to lively cafes and restaurants, and impressive landmarks such as the Palace of Parliament make it unlike many other European cities. If you’re wondering what to do in Bucharest, this guide covers the main Read More 19
The whoas of interviews! by Kay on 8 June 2025 Posted in Teaching Summertime chilling… As I’m lounging about in the garden for the fourth day of the first week of the holidays my mind starts to wonder, as it does. Spending the summer back home with everyone has been lovely so far. But, I can’t help contemplate the whoas of interviews past and what is likely to Read More 11
3 days in Berlin Itinerary: How to have a chilled weekend sightseeing. by Kay on 6 May 2025 Posted in Germany Planning to spend 3 days in Berlin, but don’t want to spend your entire trip racing between attractions? This relaxed 3-day Berlin itinerary combines Berlin’s must-see sights and neighbourhood strolling with plenty of breaks and time to actually enjoy the city. Why this particular city? I had a long weekend off from work, so I Read More 22
Spending a Summer evening in Glastonbury, Somerset: Things to do beyond the festival by Kay on 18 March 2025 Posted in United Kingdom There’s nothing better than stopping off and spending a Summer evening in Glastonbury when the weather is so glorious. Glastonbury is certainly worth visiting, even when the festival isn’t taking place. On our visit, we spent an afternoon and evening exploring the town, walked up Glastonbury Tor and finished with fish and chips and a Read More 11
What to do when things go wrong abroad: Another gormless teacher moment! by Kay on 25 February 2025 Posted in Life abroad Living abroad as a teacher sounds exciting, and it is, but occasionally things don’t quite go to plan. During my time teaching in Spain, I found myself in a situation where I really needed help – and, predictably, managed to make the situation rather more complicated than it needed to be! Homesick… Sadly, my time Read More 7
