Lake District: Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top

As any traveller knows, there are few places in the world which present themselves as exactly as you imagine them. For me, New York City and Paris have always topped the list: I’ll never forget the first time I looked up at Manhattan’s skyscrapers or stumbled across The Eiffel Tower. There’s something really special about how equally magical and reassuring it can be for reality to coincide what’s in your imagination every so often. Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top Farm, with its rolling hills, picturesque gardens and nostalgic imagery, is one…

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Lake District: Aira Force Waterfall

The Lake District is full of beautiful sights which only increase in natural beauty if it’s been a while since you’ve left the big smoke. That said, nothin’ beats a pretty waterfall. On my recent visit to the Lake District, we paid Aira Force waterfall (just by the rather stunning Ullswater) a quick visit. Though apparently quite a touristy sight, the waterfall is nestled amongst the trees and is relatively pleasant ‘hike’ up half a dozen flights of stairs. Thankfully, the path to the top is littered…

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London Life Lessons

This week’s update should perhaps be more aptly titled Dublin Life Lessons as the Irish capital is where I’ve spent the last four days drinking, eating, smiling and exploring. But alas, I’m now back in London, back to reality and so full of delicious food that I am determined never to eat again. What can I say – it’s been a tough life this week. Here were the highlights: St Patrick’s Day. Obvs. We wore green, novelty shamrock glasses and made new friends to a…

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