Belgium may be small, but it’s packed with charm, history and unique experiences. From the medieval streets of Bruges to Europe’s political heart of Brussels, Belgium also has plenty of hidden gems. And it’s getting more popular: in 2023, Belgium had a record 44 million tourist overnight stays. I have lived in Belgium for the […]
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Category: Europe
Europe is a melting pot of a continent with unique countries and wildly different cultures packed closely together. Each European nation has its own prestigious history, beautiful architecture, traditional food and distinct dialect.
I grew up in the UK where we have awe-inspiring ancient cities such as London and York. Travelling from London I relocated to Belgium, where I am still discovering the quirky hidden gems of Brussels, as well as the beautiful historic cities of Ghent and Bruges.
France is somewhere always I love to visit, while more recently I have fallen head over heels for Portugal. Browse my posts below to find out more about all of these wonderful European countries.
One Day in Ghent Itinerary: How to Have the Best Day Trip to Ghent, Belgium (2025)
According to Lonely Planet, the historic Belgian city of Ghent is Europe’s best-kept secret. There are plenty of things to see and do here, even if you only have one day in Ghent. I have lived in Belgium for several years and Ghent is still one of my favourite places to go. Here are my […]
This is the Most Beautiful One Day in Bruges Itinerary (2025)
Are you wondering what to do in Bruges if you only have a day? I live in Belgium and Bruges is one of my favourite places to go for a day trip. This is because the city is easy to explore on foot and it never loses its charm. Here is the most beautiful one […]
The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Portugal (2025)
If you’re interested in backpacking Portugal, this article is for you. Last year, Portugal was named Europe’s leading destination in the World Travel Awards, for the sixth year in a row. This is thanks to the perfect Portugal beaches and charming cities, such as Lisbon and Porto. But unlike other European destinations, in Portugal it […]