If you have a love for horse riding, or maybe have children who has a passion for it, then you’ll be able to find plenty of great places where you can go horse riding in Scotland. Why not consider going on some of the great trails we have here. Many…
We’re now half-way through January and virtually every blog you come across, including Borders and Burpees, is awash with health kicks and all the expected trends for the coming year. I’d like to use this blog post to go into some detail about what healthy habit I’m attempting to do…
A big hello to 2017! Another year, another resolution to get healthy! I don’t know what resolutions you made in 2016 or how you fared in keeping to them, but every year my resolution always includes ‘get fitter’. My motivation to stick to this usually ebbs and flows, with exercise…
This year I am lucky enough that I’ll be spending New Year’s Eve in Milan. I have visited Milan before, but only during the summer, and I’d have to say it ranks highly as one of my favourite destinations in Italy. It’s a city made up of streets and neighbourhoods…
I was lucky enough to visit the Spanish capital city over the Christmas period last year. Madrid is an incredible city to visit at the best of times, but the festive period is really something special. With over 90% of the city’s population being catholic, Madrid celebrates Christmas in style.…
Last year I was lucky enough to spend a month in the wonderful US of A with my best friend Amber. It was undoubtedly the most incredible experience of my life, and we soon discovered we were the queens of freebies! We worked together at her parents café and our…
One of the most common questions before travelling is around packing. What to pack? How much of it? Especially if you’re travelling for a few months (or more), the thought of forgetting any essential items can be daunting. Here I’ve put together a list of some of my essential items…
Summer is a great time to go cycling in Scotland. Whether its trail riding through ancient forests you’re into, or speeding along scenic coastal roads, Scotland has something for every type of cyclist from beginner to advanced riders. There are loads of great ways to enjoy cycling in Scotland, with…
I was recently Germany bound again, but this time trying out a new city – Berlin. Berlin is arguably the hipster capital of Europe and I can vouch for its intimidating coolness. If you want to take your handlebar moustache for a walk around all the trendy cafés and bars,…
I’ve been afflicted most of my life. It comes and goes in severity but it is always there in one form or another, bubbling under the surface, waiting for the opportunity to strike. I’m talking about the travel bug. I’m sure most people reading this blog will be able to…