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One day in… Kochi

One of the amazing cities I visited on my first trip to India this year was Kochi in Kerala. The city really is a gem of southern India and is famed for its distinctive Chinese fishing nets, incredible seafood and vibrant spice market. I had an amazing experience doing the complimentary sunset cruise offered by […]

One day in… Hyderabad

4th July 2017 No Comment

I’ve wanted to visit the subcontinent of India for a very long time – as long as I can remember actually. This year was the first time I got the opportunity as I was able to travel to this vibrant and varied country with work. My trip took me to southern India, and I absolutely […]

Sunset cruise in Kochi, home of the Indian spice trade

4th June 2017 No Comment

Kochi (or Cochin) is a city located in the state of Kerala, which is in south-west India. I took advantage of a complimentary sunset cruise offered by my hotel to see more of this fascinating city. It is located on the coast and is characterised by a series of intricate waterways that flow out into […]

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Hello! I’m Catherine and I travel for around 10 weeks of the year with my day job (and a few more just for fun!). I set up this travel blog to share my tips and tricks for making the most of your travel by getting great value for money and maximising your time when you’re away. I also review some of my favourite travel accessories and post other general travel advice/trip posts. All my tips are based on my personal travel experiences both in the UK and around the world. I hope my blog helps you make the most of your travels and gives you some travel inspiration!