A real highlight of my recent visit to the French Riviera was my wine tour with VidiVino, Provence. At 100 Euro for the day, this turned out to… Read more “My Vidivino wine tour of Provence”
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.
The very best of Kerry, Ireland
There’s almost no point in advising people on where to go in Kerry. Whether you drive the Ring of Kerry or the Wild Atlantic Way, or take… Read more “The very best of Kerry, Ireland”
Unmissable day trips from Nice and Cannes
Many visitors to south of France find themselves based in Nice or Cannes, both of which are wonderful! (For more on Cannes, see: https://travally.net/2016/07/26/cannes-and-beyond-good-food-good-wine-lets-dine/Cannes) Cannes and Nice… Read more “Unmissable day trips from Nice and Cannes”
Ischia – an island paradise in Italy
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Hanoi in 24 hours
Source: Hanoi in 24 hours
What to see, do and love on the Greek island of Naxos
Naxos Island, Greece, has it all: pristine beaches, ancient ruins, great food and shopping, breathtaking mountain landscape, rural villages, Byzantine churches, water sports, a Medieval castle, value… Read more “What to see, do and love on the Greek island of Naxos”
Seven reasons to get your winter sun in Corralejo, Fuerteventura
1. Year round sunshine with average highs of 22 Celsius in winter and 28 C in summer; approximately 15 days of rain per year. 2. Surfing, yoga,… Read more “Seven reasons to get your winter sun in Corralejo, Fuerteventura”
My trip in SE Asia
This blog started with my trip to South East Asia in 2015 and I’ve been adding other trips to it over the last year or so. I like… Read more “My trip in SE Asia”
Ischia – an island paradise in Italy
Many years ago when I lived in Rome, I asked an Italian friend to recommend her favourite place in all of Italy. ‘Ischia’, she answered without hesitation.… Read more “Ischia – an island paradise in Italy”
I love Lisbon and here’s why…
Sometimes when you visit spectacular European cities, you feel like one in a million suckers who’s going to be ripped off at every opportunity – taxis will… Read more “I love Lisbon and here’s why…”
Ally's little trips 