Tag: exploring

A PLACE TO UNWIND: OFF-GRID SCOTLAND

Sometimes, you need a few moments in life to sit back and relax. As fourth year at uni takes its toll on me (or more like, punches me right in the face) and work takes up most of my free time, I often find… Continue Reading “A PLACE TO UNWIND: OFF-GRID SCOTLAND”

SLOVENIA GUIDE: LAKE BLED

When talking about Slovenia, Lake Bled is always on everyone’s tongues as they spill out all the good recommendations on the country. Nestled in the Julian Alps and right next to the Triglav National Park, the lake is apparently the background of fairytales, with… Continue Reading “SLOVENIA GUIDE: LAKE BLED”

VIETNAM TRAVEL GUIDE: Halong Bay

Next up on our Vietnam guide series is Halong Bay (or Halong-a, as my guide pronounced it), a conglomerate of tiny islands constellating the Vietnamese shores and creating an absolutely stunning set up for locals and foreigners looking for some peace of mind. Here… Continue Reading “VIETNAM TRAVEL GUIDE: Halong Bay”

MEETING THE PRINCE OF LIECHTENSTEIN (NOT)

Check out my latest adventures in Vaduz, Liechtenstein, and our failed attempts at meeting the prince. Features lots of awkwardness and social anxiety.   Have a lovely day! Elena

WHY ‘ENVYING’ ISN’T THE ANSWER

When you travel a lot, you get used to hearing the same sentence all over again from friends, family members, or even strangers. The three words that they think make a lot of sense and might make you feel good about yourself, but that… Continue Reading “WHY ‘ENVYING’ ISN’T THE ANSWER”

6 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD SOLO TRAVEL MORE

Most people like travelling in groups. Be it a summer holiday with your friends or a quick winter escape, we sometimes feel more comfortable and safe travelling with someone, scared of the loneliness and the feeling of uncertainty tied to being on your own… Continue Reading “6 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD SOLO TRAVEL MORE”

SUMMER PLANNING

When I was younger, summer used to be the time where I got to escape from the reality of my hometown for a little bit. Be it a week, three or four, I always managed to retaliate a short period of time for myself,… Continue Reading “SUMMER PLANNING”