London in December is one giant twinkly postcard. From iconic shopping streets to hidden corners hung with fairy lights, there’s no shortage of glow‑up spots to wander (alone or with friends), with a mug of something warm in hand. If you’re planning to visit, exploring...
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London in December is one giant twinkly postcard. From iconic shopping streets to hidden corners hung with fairy lights, there’s no shortage of glow‑up spots to wander (alone or with friends), with a mug of something warm in hand. If you’re planning to visit, exploring...
London at Christmas isn’t just about the sparkly lights overhead – some of the best festive magic happens at pavement level. The city’s most iconic shops transform their façades into miniature worlds: glowing Advent calendars, sculptural artworks, icy-blue jewel boxes, and sometimes a full-sized Christmas...
If you've ever wandered through St Pancras around Christmas, you'll know it isn't just a train station – it's also home to one of the most creative Christmas trees in London. Each year, there's a new design, a new theme, and often a big brand...
If twinkly Christmas trees make your heart flutter (same), then London in December is your kind of wonderland. From 60-foot Nordic spruces to tiny, tasteful firs in hotel lobbies, the city is packed with trees dressed to impress.
If you're looking for the best hot chocolate in Edinburgh this festive season, you're in for a treat. Whether you’re fresh from the Christmas market or just thawing out after a windswept walk through Princes Street Gardens, this city knows how to do cosy, chocolatey...
The Canary Islands aren’t just about beaches, volcanoes and endless sunshine - they’ve also got a food scene that deserves a spotlight of its own. Food in the Canary Islands is a mix of Spanish, African and Latin American traditions, making it rustic, hearty, and...
Few Canary Islands pack in as much drama as La Palma. Known as La Isla Bonita (“the beautiful island”), it’s a paradise of volcanic craters, laurel forests, and sleepy seaside towns. Spending 7 days in La Palma lets you see it all - from sunrise...
If you’ve only got 5 days in La Palma, you can still experience the island’s best bits – lava-black landscapes, laurel forests, viewpoints above the clouds, and some of the clearest night skies in Europe.
La Palma may be known for its wild nature, but its towns are full of colour, history, and quiet character. Whether you're wandering cobbled streets lined with wooden balconies or sipping barraquito in a sleepy plaza, each spot has something unique to offer.
When La Palma's Cumbre Vieja volcano erupted in 2021, I remember watching clips online – rivers of lava flowing through banana farms, homes vanishing beneath molten rock, and a whole coastline reshaped in real time. It looked surreal, like something out of a film.
Four years...