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London, United Kingdom, Europe, City Breaks, Hotel Reviews, England, Luxury Sophie Alexander-Osman London, United Kingdom, Europe, City Breaks, Hotel Reviews, England, Luxury Sophie Alexander-Osman

Review: art'otel London Battersea Power Station

Set against the backdrop of one of London’s most iconic buildings, art'otel London Battersea Power Station brings a new kind of cool to the capital. Located within the vibrant Battersea Power Station development, the hotel is part of a bold transformation that’s turned this once industrial landmark into a buzzing cultural and lifestyle hub. With shops, restaurants, art spaces and riverside walks, Battersea is quickly becoming one of London’s most exciting areasβ€”and art'otel fits right in. We stayed last September and loved everything about it. For anyone looking to experience a different side of London, this hotel delivers.

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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 β€˜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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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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Europe, Montenegro, City Breaks, Photo Inspiration Sophie Alexander-Osman Europe, Montenegro, City Breaks, Photo Inspiration Sophie Alexander-Osman

50 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Montenegro

Montenegro is a small, yet stunning country located in Southeast Europe on the Adriatic Sea. It’s known for its diverse landscapes, which include rugged mountains, deep canyons, and picturesque coastal areas. Podgorica is the capital and largest city, though many visitors are drawn to the coastal city of Kotor for its historical charm and scenic beauty. Montenegro’s compact size means that you can experience a lot in a short amount of time, making it a great destination for both relaxation and adventure.

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City Breaks, England, Europe, United Kingdom, Cambridge, Adventure Sophie Alexander-Osman City Breaks, England, Europe, United Kingdom, Cambridge, Adventure Sophie Alexander-Osman

A Guide to Punting in Cambridge, UK

Never heard of punting? Well, stop right there, and let me give you all the information you need for this wonderful experience! Punting in Cambridge has to be one of my all-time favourite things to do in England. Venice vibes… but a bit colder.

Cambridge is a city in the East of England, only 50 miles north of London. The city is famously known for it’s university, gorgeous architecture, and of course punting along the River Cam.

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England, Europe, United Kingdom, Wonders Of The World Sophie Alexander-Osman England, Europe, United Kingdom, Wonders Of The World Sophie Alexander-Osman

A Guide to Visiting Stonehenge

One of the most famous, and visited landmarks in the Untied Kingdom. Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument dating back to around 3000 to 2000 BC. It features a circle of tall standing stones weighing about 25 tons each. The larger Sarsen stones were brought from quarries 25 miles away, while the smaller bluestones came from 150 miles away in Wales.

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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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Backpacking, Europe, Iceland, Photo Inspiration, Road Trips Sophie Alexander-Osman Backpacking, Europe, Iceland, Photo Inspiration, Road Trips Sophie Alexander-Osman

52 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Iceland

Iceland, Iceland, Iceland. Where do I even begin? It was an absolute thrill to experience many of the wonders that this incredible country has to offer, and an even bigger dream of mine to capture the endless beauty and dramatic landscapes, that I had thought about for so long. It’s a place where every photo taken, is worthy. In my opinion it’s pretty difficult to take a bad picture here. From the geysers to the glaciers, and from Seljalandsfoss to SkΓ³gafoss. Every corner of this magical country is picture perfect.

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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 β€˜the land of fire and ice’ for nothing.

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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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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 Day Trip to Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

This was a totally spontaneous trip that turned into one of my all-time favourites. My sister and I were enjoying an all-inclusive holiday in Croatia when we decided we wanted more than just the beach, pool and cocktails. We had already discussed a day trip to the Krka National Park and knew we needed a car to get there. So, we arranged a hire car from the hotel, for two days and thought why not travel to another country? As you do. This is when Europe has its perks.

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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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City Breaks, England, Europe, London, United Kingdom Sophie Alexander-Osman City Breaks, England, Europe, London, United Kingdom Sophie Alexander-Osman

A Christmassy Weekend in London

London is a hotspot at Christmas time, with endless markets, pantomimes, shopping and of course, Winter Wonderland. There is nothing better than walking down Carnaby Street with a hot coffee warming your hands. Going into the shops, hearing the Christmas music and seeing the lights turn on. If you’re lucky, you may even see some snow!

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City Breaks, Europe, Italy, Rome Sophie Alexander-Osman City Breaks, Europe, Italy, Rome Sophie Alexander-Osman

10 Best Places to Visit in Rome, Italy

Rome is one of Europe’s oldest and most popular cities. Rich in history, iconic landmarks and architecture. Not to forget that it’s THE place to immerse yourself in Italian cuisine. No guilt required when trying all of the pizzas, pastas and gelato. Washed down with glass of red wine. Honestly, no other delicacies matter here.

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