Since my recent trip to Malaga, I’ve discovered that a lot of tourists pass through on their way to the airport from other locations dotted around the… Read more “Malaga – an Andalusian gem”
Author: Allyson
I'm Allyson, an EU citizen living in my hometown of Dublin, Ireland. I like pottering around Europe and beyond, in search of wonderful food, beautiful places, interesting experiences and value for money. Over the years, I've visited some amazing places which include Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Turkey, Poland, Hungary, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Chile, Brazil, Argentina, USA, UK, Italy, Spain, Ireland, Austria, the Netherlands. I've also worked in Germany, Italy and the US, as well as studying in Spain.
Donegal – Episode One
Until recently, I’ve harboured a dark and shameful secret. Whenever the topic came up, I would avert my eyes or try to change the subject. You might… Read more “Donegal – Episode One”
Ischia – my little paradise
Please don’t tell everyone about Ischia. While it is fast losing its hidden gem status – if there’s even such a thing anymore – there’s still something… Read more “Ischia – my little paradise”
What I loved about Boston…
What I loved about Boston: The people, the history, the architecture, North End (Little Italy), Quincy Food Market, Beacon Hill, ease of public transport, visiting Harvard. My… Read more “What I loved about Boston…”
New Orleans – highlights, gems and treats.
New Orleans, NOLA, the Big Easy: home to jazz, voodoo, beignets at Cafe du Monde, steamboats, French colonial culture and cuisine, boudins, po’boys, above ground cemeteries, Louisiana… Read more “New Orleans – highlights, gems and treats.”
Valle Gran Rey, La Gomera – keep it secret
La Gomera – what is it? La Gomera is the second smallest Canary Island, with UNESCO status and its own unique biosphere. It’s accessible by ferry from… Read more “Valle Gran Rey, La Gomera – keep it secret”
When in Rome…
Best of Rome – from piazzas to pasta.
Essential Berlin with a teenager
General wisdom will tell you that you need at least four days in Berlin – or even a week – if you want to ‘see everything’, and… Read more “Essential Berlin with a teenager”
My favourite things about Porto, Portugal
Do not under-estimate the Portuguese city of Porto. With a population of ca. 216,000, it is indeed small but this little gem surpassed my expectations. On planning… Read more “My favourite things about Porto, Portugal”
Best of Athens in 24 hours
The city of Athens deserves at least two days – maybe four – on your itinerary but many of us find ourselves with about 24 hours between… Read more “Best of Athens in 24 hours”
Ally's little trips 