Travel Guides

Review: Caravan AlUla by Our Habitas
Middle East, Saudi Arabia, Hotel Reviews, Wonders Of The World, Budget, Luxury Sophie Alexander-Osman Middle East, Saudi Arabia, Hotel Reviews, Wonders Of The World, Budget, Luxury Sophie Alexander-Osman

Review: Caravan AlUla by Our Habitas

There’s something cinematic about arriving in AlUla for the first time. Set deep within the Ashar Valley, this design-led retreat brings a new kind of luxury to the desert: 45 gleaming Airstream caravans, each thoughtfully placed to blend into the Mars-like surroundings. The site itself is more than a place to sleep—it’s a communal experience. Food trucks serve up regional flavours, gathering spaces encourage connection, and activities draw on local Bedouin traditions. For those chasing something different, Caravan AlUla captures the wild beauty of the desert without compromising on comfort.

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Visiting Four Seasons Resort Seychelles for the Day
Seychelles, Africa, Hotel Reviews, Budget, Luxury Sophie Alexander-Osman Seychelles, Africa, Hotel Reviews, Budget, Luxury Sophie Alexander-Osman

Visiting Four Seasons Resort Seychelles for the Day

Perched above the turquoise curve of Petite Anse, nestled within Mahé’s lush jungle hills, Four Seasons Seychelles is one of the most exclusive resorts in the world. Known for its private hillside villas, impeccable service and £2,000+ per night price tag, this is the kind of place most only dream of staying. But what many don’t realise is that you don’t actually have to book a villa to enjoy it for the day.

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Honeymoon Destinations for 2025

Honeymoon Destinations for 2025

If you’re on the hunt for honeymoon inspiration, just like my hubby and I - then you’ve come to the right place. We got married in April 2024, and had our ‘mini-moon’ a few months later in July. We spent 4 nights in Zanzibar which was exactly what we needed after a long year of wedding planning. But we both said we would save our big honeymoon for 2025, with plans in place to spend 3 weeks exploring South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Zambia. Sorry I don’t have inspiration for these destinations - yet! But watch this space! (I can’t wait!)

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50 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Musandam, Oman

50 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Musandam, Oman

If you’re based in the UAE, Oman - or heading this way on your travels, you must visit Musandam. Ever since I got my PADI license, people told me, ‘You have to scuba dive in Oman.’ They weren’t wrong, as I was completely blown away. From the marine life, rugged mountains, calm waters and close proximity to Dubai, Musandam is no doubt the best dive spot in the region.

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A Guide to Visiting Glencoe, Scotland

A Guide to Visiting Glencoe, Scotland

Glencoe is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places on the planet. With towering mountains, calm lochs, clean air, cascading waterfalls and scenic routes that take your breath away at every angle. Glencoe is just a 30-minute drive away from Ben Nevis and the town of Fort William, in the Scottish Highlands.

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A Guide to Visiting The Great Pyramids of Giza, Egypt

A Guide to Visiting The Great Pyramids of Giza, Egypt

On everyone’s bucket list - right? I studied Ancient Egypt in primary school and remember being completely obsessed with the subject. Pharaohs, Pyramids, Hieroglyphics, all of it. I was intrigued that artefacts and mummies are constantly being discovered and the Pyramids are still standing after 4,500 years.

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A Guide to Visiting Iceland in a Camper Van
Backpacking, Europe, Iceland, Full Guide, Solo Travel, Budget, Adventure, Road Trips Sophie Alexander-Osman Backpacking, Europe, Iceland, Full Guide, Solo Travel, Budget, Adventure, Road Trips Sophie Alexander-Osman

A Guide to Visiting Iceland in a Camper Van

Iceland is a country that should be experienced at least once in a lifetime. It’s not every day you’re surrounded by raw, natural beauty and dramatic, un-touched landscapes, that Iceland has. There’s so much to see and do that you’ll need multiple trips to cover the whole country.

Let me paint the perfect picture of our trip.

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A Guide to Visiting Seychelles
Africa, Seychelles, Full Guide, Budget, Adventure Sophie Alexander-Osman Africa, Seychelles, Full Guide, Budget, Adventure Sophie Alexander-Osman

A Guide to Visiting Seychelles

Seychelles is famous for its beautiful beaches, iconic boulders, scuba diving spots, mountainous hikes, and plus the native Seychellois people are incredible cooks! The country is made up of 115 islands, located off the coast of Kenya in the Indian Ocean. Just think of The Maldives - but way more fun!

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12 Best Places to Visit in Iceland
Backpacking, Europe, Iceland, Solo Travel, Budget, Adventure, Road Trips Sophie Alexander-Osman Backpacking, Europe, Iceland, Solo Travel, Budget, Adventure, Road Trips Sophie Alexander-Osman

12 Best Places to Visit in Iceland

After what feels like a lifetime of wanting to travel to Iceland… I finally did it! And it was everything I could have imagined, AND MORE. Seriously though, there is no other place like it on the planet. Truly one of a kind. Waterfalls, glaciers, hot springs, black sand beaches, volcanoes and of course cute Icelandic ponies. They don’t call it ‘the land of fire and ice’ for nothing.

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A Guide to Interrail Italy in 10 days
Europe, Italy, Backpacking, City Breaks, Full Guide, Solo Travel, Budget Sophie Alexander-Osman Europe, Italy, Backpacking, City Breaks, Full Guide, Solo Travel, Budget Sophie Alexander-Osman

A Guide to Interrail Italy in 10 days

If you're looking to explore a new country, in a limited amount of time and on a budget, then this is the trip for you! For years, Italy was at the top of my bucket list but I couldn't decide which part I wanted to go to first. Then I discovered Interrail which enabled me to travel to Milan, Venice, Pisa, Florence, Rome, Naples and Sorrento all within ten days.

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10 Best Things to do in Dubrovnik, Croatia
City Breaks, Croatia, Dubrovnik, Europe, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Budget Sophie Alexander-Osman City Breaks, Croatia, Dubrovnik, Europe, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Budget Sophie Alexander-Osman

10 Best Things to do in Dubrovnik, Croatia

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, Dubrovnik is one of my favourite places on the planet. The combination of the dramatic coastline, turquoise waters, orange-roofed buildings, the mountainous backdrop and the European summer feels, are the best. Dubrovnik has become quite the hotspot in recent years due to the accessibility of surrounding countries and, of course, Game of Thrones fans. Walking around the Old Town, swimming in the Adriatic sea and the view from Mount Srd are all my highlights.

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A Weekend of Adventure in Wales

A Weekend of Adventure in Wales

Wales is famously known for its rolling hills, beautiful beaches, adventure holidays… rain and sheep.

Growing up, we had numerous family summer holidays in the Brecon Beacons, Barmouth, Tywyn and Snowdonia. Which are some of the most beautiful places in the UK.

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Jordan 4 Day Itinerary

Jordan 4 Day Itinerary

I’m not going to lie, I didn’t know Jordan existed until a couple of years ago. But now it’s one of the most incredible places I’ve ever visited! I spent 4 nights in Jordan with my partner at the end of November 2019, staying in a different place each night - The Dead Sea, Wadi Rum, Petra and Amman. Our trip consisted of staying in a bubble tent in the middle of the desert, walking 25,000 steps around Petra, floating at the lowest point on earth covered in mud and staying in a 4000-year-old cave.

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A Night in a 4000 Year Old Cave, in Petra Jordan

A Night in a 4000 Year Old Cave, in Petra Jordan

Are you wanting to visit Petra and not sure where to stay? Instead of booking one of the many over-priced hotels, why not add a little adventure to your trip. For only around £20 a night, I have the perfect solution for you! The Hakuna Matata Cave in Little Petra is a 15-minute drive away from Petra’s main entrance.

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17 Best Places to Visit in Berlin, Germany
Europe, Germany, City Breaks, Berlin, Budget, Solo Travel, Backpacking Sophie Alexander-Osman Europe, Germany, City Breaks, Berlin, Budget, Solo Travel, Backpacking Sophie Alexander-Osman

17 Best Places to Visit in Berlin, Germany

I must have visited Berlin over 10 times in my life. As I mentioned in my bio, I’m a quarter German and have a Great Auntie who lives in the city. It kind of feels like a second home.

Berlin is a vibrant, quirky, historical and exciting place to visit. I love the abstract buildings, graffiti and underground stations. You can’t go very far without seeing one of these three things.

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