Visit Iceland: 14 things you need to know
Iceland, quite a literary land of ice and fire, is located next to the arctic circle and is famous for its unreal landscapes. Massive glaciers are preserved in national parks and there are several very lively volcanoes with lava fields. Geysers and hot springs are so common that the capital,…
Reykjavik: compact, colorful and exciting
Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, is sitting on the island’s west coast. It’s Iceland’s largest city but comparing to other world capitals, Reykjavik is tiny. Despite its size, Reykjavik has lots to offer and it is also the main starting and ending point of exploration of Iceland. Popular ‘Golden Circle’ route starts…
Visit Canada: 14 things you need to know
Canada is the second-largest country in the world and it is known also as Great White North, and quite justly due to snowy landscapes passing well into Arctic Circle. It is stretched from the Pacific Ocean in the west to the Atlantic Ocean to the east, with the United States…
Christchurch: The Garden City
Christchurch, the third largest city in New Zealand, is located on the east coast of country’s South Island. City has predominantly English heritage with elements of indigenous, Maori culture. Main city areas include Cathedral Square, where many city’s landmarks are located, together with ‘Cardboard Cathedral’, Hagley Park, with expansive green…
Honolulu: sheltered harbor for the big pineapple
Honolulu, the capital of Hawaii, is nicknamed The Big Pineapple, which hints to New York’s Big Apple, but the origin of the name is related to Dole Pineapple company. The more you know. The name Honolulu is far more poetic and translates into ‘sheltered harbor’, which, once you see Honolulu…
Frankfurt: Manhattan on River Main
Frankfurt is a city of contrasts – home to European Central Bank and modern city skyscrapers in business district are balanced out with reconstructed Altstadt (Old Town) is the site of Römerberg with traditional half-timbered houses and Gothic Frankfurt Cathedral. Quick facts Name: Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main Founded: 8th century Population:…
Hi, I’m Lily, a travel writer based in the UK who loves exploring everything from familiar hometown gems to the varied landscapes across Europe. Whether I’m strolling through charming coastal villages or hopping trains across the continent, I’m always on the lookout for authentic, unexpected stories and experiences.
My writing style is simple and relatable—think no-fuss guides to finding the best pasty in Cornwall or stress-free tips for getting around European cities. If there’s a great view, tasty food, or a bit of history involved, chances are I’m already scribbling notes about it.