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Welcome to my reviews page. This is the place where you can discover your next everyday adventure, get travel advice or help with planning your next trip.

Collecting experiences is a big part of how I’ve learnt how to live, not exist, and so I’ll be sharing which are worth your time and money. Read on for my honest reviews of places to stay, places to eat and things to do, both in the UK and globally.

I want to help make sure you have everything you need to plan an experience that you will remember…for all the right reasons! Learn which experiences are worth having and which aren’t worth the hype.

It’s hard to trust what we read online, as often people aren’t telling the truth: you have my word that I will always be real with you. And I take my word VERY seriously!

This reviews section is for both luxury and budget travellers, as I often seek out free, or low-cost, experiences but I also like to treat myself on occasion and really splurge on a hotel, meal or activity.

Combine these reviews with my travel guides for planning and my travel stories for inspiration and get ready to level up your life!

 

A collage of images from Onja taste of Tanzania restaurant in Cardiff: masala chai and chapati, the African artwork on the walls, meat, chapati and salad on a colourful plate and the vibrant sign above the door

Experience to collect: Onja – a taste of Tanzania

February 24, 2025February 24, 2025 by Sam

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Categories Allium allergy, Cardiff, Experience to collect, Restaurant, Reviews, Swahili cuisine
A collage of images showcasing some of my highlights of 2024: a living room fort, road tripping around Mauritius, Reformer Pilates and my first book published

2024 Wrapped: My Year in Review

December 22, 2024December 22, 2024 by Sam

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A selection of teal and hot pink travel gifts for people who are going travelling

20 Gifts for Travel Lovers

February 28, 2025December 15, 2024 by Sam

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Categories Reviews, Travel Tips
Breakfast at Mr Kahawa in Paje, Zanzibar

Mr Kahawa Café, Restaurant & Accommodation in Paje, Zanzibar.

August 27, 2024August 27, 2024 by Sam

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