Izzy's Travel Tips Archives - Blethers from Afar

12 most Instagrammable places in Edinburgh’s Old Town

With its mighty castle, curious closes and lashings of natural beauty, it's hard to deny that Edinburgh is one photogenic city. I've lived here for 12 years. Despite this, I still find myself grappling for my...

Autumn in Edinburgh: 10 reasons why autumn is the best season to visit

At the risk of upsetting Andy Williams fans around the world, I have a confession to make: Autumn is here, and to me, it is hands down the most wonderful time of the year. I love watching the colours change ...

The best places to eat near Glencoe, Scotland

With its breathtaking mountain scenery, rugged country walks and sprawling lochs all ripe for exploring, it's no wonder that Glencoe is seen by many as the gateway to Scotland's great outdoors. Every year, the...

10 peaceful escapes in Krabi, Thailand

Sweeping, white beaches. Lush, lively rainforests. Crystal clear waters, peppered with limestone cliffs and unspoiled islands just calling out to be explored... It's little wonder that Krabi is one of the mos...

Taking the train to Pinhao: Exploring Portugal’s Douro Valley

it If there's one thing the Portuguese know, it's how to make good wine. The country is famed for its plonk. With its warm days and mediterranean climate, Portugal has the perfect conditions for growing grapes...

10 ways you can inject a little Hygge into your morning routine

It's time to talk about a crazy little thing called Hygge... The world can be a hectic place. It’s easy to get swept into a tide of busyness, no matter what your lifestyle. For some, that might be tryi...

10 must-have eco-friendly toiletries that belong in your suitcase

It’s a sad truth that as much as we might like to travel the world, the footprints that we leave behind are not always the good kind. My last post looked at the effects that we, as travellers, can have on the ...

10 easy tips to help you travel greener

It’s a fact; the concepts of Travel and The Environment have not always had the smoothest of relationships. If they were to be cast as characters in a film, the plot would probably fall along the lines of Gone...

5 easy and scenic running routes in Edinburgh for beginners

2020's lockdown brought with it many surprises. Many of them - let's be frank - were pants. Among the more positive, however, were the renewed interest in two things; fitness and the chance to get outdoors mo...

The Times It All Went Wrong: Take Two

Five years ago (...how?!) I shared an article called ‘The Times it All Went Wrong’, with the hope of showing the, erm, slightly less glamorous side of travelling. Surprisingly, it went down a storm. What do...

12 most Instagrammable places in Edinburgh’s Old Town

Autumn in Edinburgh: 10 reasons why autumn is the best season to visit

The best places to eat near Glencoe, Scotland

10 peaceful escapes in Krabi, Thailand

Taking the train to Pinhao: Exploring Portugal’s Douro Valley

10 ways you can inject a little Hygge into your morning routine

10 must-have eco-friendly toiletries that belong in your suitcase

10 easy tips to help you travel greener

5 easy and scenic running routes in Edinburgh for beginners

The Times It All Went Wrong: Take Two

Secret Santa: A Short Film about Christmas Cheer

12 most Instagrammable places in Edinburgh’s Old Town

Celebrating Kindness: Different ways kindness is shown around the world

Pitch perfect: How to approach hotels and secure press stays as a travel blogger

How to be a mindful traveller