World’s End is one of the most popular sites in Sri Lanka for travellers for good reason - the views are incredible! Unfortunately they don't come that easy and due to the location of World's End it takes a little bit of planning and effort to get there. We took on the challenge during our trip to Sri Lanka in March this year and here's everything I learnt about it and what it's good to know beforehand so you don't arrive unprepared... ... Read More
5 reasons Rotterdam is the perfect European city break
Rotterdam is a city that took me so much by surprise! I was there a couple of weekends ago because it was the destination for the Traverse 2018 conference and otherwise I doubt it would have been somewhere that would have ever been high on my list of places to visit. However, Rotterdam is an amazingly cool ultra-modern city with lots more to do than you would initially imagine and a relaxed friendly vibe. It offers a startling alternative to the ever-popular Amsterdam and I reckon it is about ... Read More
Visiting the Kinderdijk windmills from Rotterdam
Like many members of the travel blogging community I found myself in Rotterdam in the Netherlands last weekend for the Traverse 2018 conference. Although I had made almost no plans about what to see prior to my trip I spotted a sign about the Kinderdijk Windmills down by the waterfront and decided to try and fit in a visit on my last morning in the city. ... Read More
What you need to know about climbing Sigiriya Rock
If you are planning a trip to Sri Lanka Sigiriya Rock is bound to be high on your itinerary... and rightly so! This UNESCO world heritage site is truly spectacular and one of the most iconic places in all of Sri Lanka. The good news is that although the climb to the top might look a little intimidating it's actually not too bad and well worth what awaits you at the end! If you're not yet convinced or a little hesitant then let me convince you... ... Read More
Exploring the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa by bicycle
Visiting the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa was high on my list of anticipated activities for our Sri Lanka trip, however the fact that we were advised we would be cycling around them was somewhat of a concern. When you think of Sri Lanka, bicycles are not exactly the first method of transport to spring to mind, and the thought of potentially navigating a road occupied by tuk-tuk drivers and other cars in a place where road safety is really not a big concern was somewhat alarming! However I'm ... Read More
