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Is SimLocal the Best eSIM for Europe in 2026? An Honest Review

The home screen of SimLocal eSim for Europe app 2026

Gone are the days of swapping SIM cards at every border. For my last trip to Greece, I tested SimLocal’s Europe eSIM, and it’s easily one of the best eSIM options I’ve used for European travel in 2026. Here’s my honest breakdown of everything you need to know before buying. If you’ve ever arrived in […] Read more…

Scoffing Street Food & Dining In Dars: A Tunisian Food Tour with Sawa

Popular Tunisian street food, Tunisian plate, at Tunis Central Market.

Discover the best of traditional Tunisian cuisine on a Tunisian food tour with Sawa Taste of Tunisia. Join me on a four-day taster tour showcasing the highlights of Sawa’s culinary experiences, from Tunisian street food to the best local independent restaurants and producers. Once seen as the granary of Rome for its plentiful harvests, Tunisia […] Read more…

Self-Drive Wales: Cardiff to Brecon Beacons & Gower Guide

Cars and tents overlooking beach Three Cliffs Bay Holiday Park Gower Peninsula County of Swansea South Camping and Caravanning Accommodation

Why Wales rewards the driver Some destinations are easy to explore by train or bus. Wales isn’t one of them. While the country’s rail network links many of the major towns and cities, some of its most spectacular beaches, mountain roads and hidden valleys are often best reached on four wheels. A self-drive road trip […] Read more…

How to Book Better Hotels Without Overspending

A bed and a chaise longue in a hotel room

We’ve all experienced it. After a long journey, you finally arrive at your hotel, only to discover it doesn’t quite match your expectations. The room is smaller than it looked in the photos, the location is noisier than you’d hoped or, perhaps most frustratingly, your final bill is much higher than the advertised nightly rate […] Read more…

Why Ambience Matters as Much as the Menu in Food Travel

A plate of food and a glass of wine on a table at a restaurant, with a beautiful sunset view visible through the window behind.

Food travel often begins with a craving, whether it’s fresh seafood by the coast, a traditional Welsh cake in a local café, a countryside tasting menu or street food discovered on a weekend away. Yet the meals people remember most are rarely about flavour alone. They’re shaped by the atmosphere, the welcome, the surroundings and […] Read more…

Seasonal Events in South Wales You Won’t Want to Miss

South Wales’ calendar changes with the seasons, bringing everything from summer festivals and school holiday activities to autumn food events, theatre productions and colourful countryside walks. Whether you’re planning a family day out, a weekend break or simply looking for inspiration, there’s always something happening somewhere in the region. This guide highlights some of the […] Read more…

Where to Eat Near the FIFA World Cup 2026 Host Cities

A soccer ball on a football pitch

The 2026 FIFA World Cup offers a rare opportunity to plan a trip around football and food at the same time. With matches spread across a vast area of North America, the smartest itinerary isn’t necessarily the one that ticks off the most host cities – it’s the one that leaves enough time to eat […] Read more…