Norway is a dream destination for many travelers, myself included. This summer, I went on an extraordinary road trip around the country, finally experiencing so much of Norway’s beauty for myself. I traveled with my (Norwegian) friend Johan, who planned the whole trip and did all the driving – I’m so grateful! Thanks to having… Read More A 6-Day Norway Road Trip Itinerary for the Outdoors & Scenery
As the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh draws in plenty of visitors. I’ve visited many times since my first trip in November 2013, and always love returning to the city. While many people visit for the history, it’s also just such a fun city to be in! I’ve rewritten/republished this post since I first published it… Read More Unusual and Quirky Bars to Visit in Edinburgh
Today is a huge milestone for me. 10 years ago today, I moved to the UK! I got off a plane at Manchester airport, admitted defeat at the baggage carousel as the airline lost all four of my checked bags, and went through passport control for the first time as a UK resident. 10 years.… Read More Reflections on 10 Years of Life in the UK
One of my favorite trips this summer was my long weekend in Copenhagen. Not only was it my first trip to Denmark, but I got to visit my best friend who lives there! It was a fantastic city break, and I loved enjoying the Scandinavian sunshine. If you’re planning a trip to Copenhagen, this post… Read More How to Spend a Long Weekend in Copenhagen: 3-Day Itinerary
Looking for an off-beat, nature-filled getaway? Let me introduce you to Moss, Norway. I spent a week here in summer, housesitting through Trusted Housesitters for two cute kitties. It wasn’t somewhere I’d considered visiting before, but I had a lovely time. Here’s your guide to visiting Moss. Where is Moss? Moss is about 65 kilometers… Read More 11 Things to See and Do in Moss, Norway
This summer, I finally did something I’ve been wanting to do for ages: I took the Settle to Carlisle Railway through the Yorkshire Dales! This was a fantastic day out, and I enjoyed it so much. Northern Rail was running a summer flash sale, with some tickets just £1.50 each way. I snapped up cheap… Read More Everything You Need to Know About the Settle to Carlisle Railway
I finally visited Norway this summer for almost two weeks, spending a week road tripping around the country. One of my dreams was to see puffins here, and I managed to make that dream come true on a visit to Runde! This island is an incredible destination for birders and wildlife fans. Here’s everything you… Read More How to See Puffins on the Island of Runde, Norway
After driving solo Lap of Australia over 11 months, I moved to New Zealand and set off on an epic road trip around both the North and South Islands. I rented a campervan for my (first) five-week New Zealand road trip. Having lived in a Nissan X-Trail in a very basic setup in Aus, my… Read More The Ultimate Guide to Traveling New Zealand by Campervan
I recently spent the night in Goathland, one of my favorite places in the North York Moors National Park. Despite visiting many, many times over the years, this was the first time I stayed in the village overnight! My home away from home was the Mallyan Spout Hotel, somewhere I’ve stopped by for food and… Read More Where to Stay in Goathland: The Mallyan Spout Hotel
I was born and raised in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, so I’ve got a lot of love for my home state of Minnesota. Having moved abroad nearly a decade ago, I don’t spend as much time in MN now. There are so many iconic spots to visit around the state, and I consider myself… Read More 16 Incredible Places You Must Visit in Minnesota
Spring is probably my favorite time of year, especially where I live – the spring flowers in Yorkshire are just stunning! Bluebells appear towards the end of April until around mid-May, blanketing woodlands in a carpet of purple. I love seeing the bluebells and after many years in Yorkshire, have seen some of the most… Read More The Top Places to See Bluebells in Yorkshire
There are so many beautiful parts of Scotland, but the remote Highlands around Corrour and Rannoch Moor are particularly special. With limited road access, this area is one of the most inaccessible in the country! The scenery and hiking opportunities here are superb. I recently spent a few days at Loch Ossian Youth Hostel near… Read More The Best Walks to Do Around Corrour, Scotland
I recently spent a long weekend at a remote, off-grid hostel in the Scottish Highlands near Corrour. This is the Loch Ossian Youth Hostel – a small hostel located in a stunningly beautiful and isolated area of Scotland. Here’s everything you need to know about this superb getaway. How to Book Loch Ossian Youth Hostel You… Read More A Getaway to the Scottish Highlands: Staying at Loch Ossian Youth Hostel
I spent 6 months of my year in New Zealand living in the small town of Twizel, in the Mackenzie Region of the South Island. Located between Christchurch and Queenstown, less than an hour from Tekapo, this is a really special place. It’s surrounded by mountains and long stretches of open plains, with lakes and… Read More The Best Things to Do in Twizel, New Zealand
Last year I finally visited one of my greatest England travel oversights: the Cotswolds. This beautiful area in southwest England is known for its charming chocolate-box villages, pretty honeycomb cottages, and picturesque scenery. And when I ended up housesitting in Oxford for three weeks, I knew I had to go! As I didn’t have a… Read More Exploring the Cotswolds: A Walk Through 5 Charming Villages
Springtime means flowers blooming, lambs in the fields, and the return of some of the UK’s cutest seabirds: puffins. Puffins are adorable birds, often likened to clowns because of their distinctive beak and face. They spend the winters out in warmer seas, and return to rear their only chick – called a puffling – on… Read More The Best Places to See Puffins in the UK
Northumberland has to be one of the most underrated places in England. This northern county, bordering Scotland on one side, has so much to offer. From magnificent castles to stunning beaches and coastline, plus a national park with lots of options for hiking, Northumberland has it all. I’ve been a number of times, and each… Read More 27 Incredible Places to Visit in Northumberland
The Peak District is a wonderful destination for hiking and exploring the great outdoors. It’s not far from where I live in York, and I can get out here on day trips without too much trouble. Last fall, I finally ticked off one hike I’d been wanting to do for ages: Alport Castles. This is… Read More Alport Castles: A Fantastic Hike in the Peak District
York is such a wonderful place to live – I feel lucky to have called this city home for most of the last decade. But part of why I love York so much is what’s outside of the city. There are so many amazing destinations around York in the wider Yorkshire region, and many are… Read More The Best Day Trips from York, England
The Peak District was one of my first weekend trips when I moved to the UK nearly a decade ago. This beautiful area has called me back many, many times over the years. With spectacular natural scenery, charming villages, historic sites, and great hikes, there is so much to do here. It’s hard to narrow… Read More 30 Amazing Places to Visit in the Peak District
