Morzine Is Always A Good Idea

Imagine the excitement; sat onboard one of easyJet's finest*, my usual 'rushed through security and almost missed flight' airport stress-face nowhere to be seen, eagerly awaiting the roar of the jet engines to lift us off somewhere far from this bleak Aberdeen morning.

The reason? A dreamy return to the snowy chocolate box, picture postcard perfect French Alpine village of Morzine in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of south-eastern France. Originally a mining town, the resort has gained traction as a world-class resort both in the summer and winter seasons.

Seafood & Sunsets In Applecross

Once Stuart had driven up Bealach na Bà and I had let go of the campervan door I'd been holding in mild fear (I'm a totally bad passenger), I was sincerely hoping it was going to be worth it at the other side. Well...lets just say I was absolutely not disappointed. Hello Applecross!

Go North Campers!

When it came to selecting the best company for campervan hire this time round, it was a tricky choice. While there are some amazing companies local to Aberdeen who supply the vintage VW experience, there wasn’t too much on offer when it came to a modern camper in the region....so a little research was needed. 

The Road To Applecross

So my bags are just unpacked from what was an absolute belter of a trip to the West Coast of Scotland the past four days. A whistle stop campervan tour took me to so many amazing places, but one of the most spectacular has to have been Applecross, with the wildest entrance by road known to man.

A Wee Bothy Adventure

I'm always looking for quirky little places to stay, so as you can imagine, I was totally delighted to come across Canopy and Stars - a cute little website that offers alternative places to stay across Britain and now much of Europe. If you've never checked it out, it's really a must - there is everything from gypsy caravans to yurts and even treehouses offering their own little adventure.

Camping: But Not As You Know It

When the subject of camping comes up I normally find that I get a reaction quite as you would if you asked someone if they liked marmite. It's either a love or hate relationship.

I'm one of those weirdos that absolutely loves camping in any sense of the word. I'm not sure if it has stemmed from my absolute passion for music festivals, or the automatic new friends you always seem to make on site, or just the fact that everything seems like an adventure when you're taken away from your creature comforts. Either way, if you chuck me in a tent with a gin and tonic, equip me with a barbecue and a mini speaker, I could absolutely be there forever.

A Guide To The Wonders Of Reykjavik

You hear about the wonders of Iceland - the land of fire and ice, but nothing really prepares you for the absolute beauty that is presented to you. As soon as you step off the plane at Keflavik, it's as if you've been transported to a completely different planet. 

The Road To Skye

As a born and bred Aberdonian, you would think that I would have made the most of my location and explored my beautiful country from top to toe, but I'm ashamed to say, I've barely scraped the surface. This is something I'm determined to change.