18 best day trips from Amsterdam: beaches, castles and historic towns
Discover the best day trips from Amsterdam, from historic Delft and Utrecht to the sandy beach at Zandvoort and the windmills of Kinderdijk.
Welcome to Helen on her Holidays
Hello, I’m Helen. I’m a travel blogger near Manchester, UK with a full-time job and a mission to make the most of my annual leave.
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Is the Level8 Voyageur 20″ carry-on worth it? Real-world test
Looking for a new carry-on suitcase? The Level8 Voyageur 20″ is a smart choice with clever design details.
Bunk’Art 1 or Bunk’Art 2? Which Tirana museum is best to visit
Two of Tirana’s Cold War-era bunkers are open to the public as the Bunk’Art 1 and Bunk’Art 2 museums. But which Bunk’Art is best, and is it worth visiting both?
One day in Zagreb Croatia: the best things to do and see
How to spend one day in Zagreb and see the highlights of the Croatian capital, with tips on where to stay, what to do and where to eat. Croatia’s lovely capital Zagreb is an easy … Read more
Visiting the Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
How to visit the magical Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia, full of fairytale waterfalls, boardwalks and beautifully blue-green lakes.
Travel advice
10 unmissable things to do in Tirana
Tirana, the capital of Albania, makes a perfect weekend break, with fascinating things to do, amazing food and drink and a fun, walkable city centre.
Hakone loop: complete guide with tips and clockwise itinerary
Scenic trains, views of Mount Fuji, hot springs, an active volcano and a pirate ship – visiting Hakone is a must for your trip to Japan!
KLM Premium Comfort class review: is it worth it for a long flight?
I tried KLM Premium Comfort on two 13 hour flights. Here’s my full review of KLM’s premium economy, covering the seat, service, food and more.
11 fun things to do in Ischia (plus 5 amazing day trips)
Ischia’s an idyllic island off the coast of southern Italy. It’s only around six miles wide, but manages to pack in an amazing number of attractions. Here are the very best things to do in Ischia,
Where to stay for the Bernina Express
The best places to stay for a trip on the Bernina Express or Bernina line railway, with hotel recommendations for Chur and Tirano and ideas for places to stay along the line.
Travelling the Bernina line from Switzerland to Italy – Bernina Express vs local train
Compare the Bernina Express vs regional trains on the Albula and Bernina rail line. Get useful tips to make the most of your trip between Switzerland and Italy.