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Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix
Location: Hard Rock Stadium, 347 Don Shula Dr Suite 102, Miami Gardens, FL 33056 Average temperature: 30 degrees +. Ticket prices: Check out their website for more info Formula 1 is a sport I have followed for a long time and I visited the 2023 Miami Grand Prix where Max Verstappen went from ninth position… Read more
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Vegas Pt 1: Partying & Gambling
I have been fortunate to visit Vegas twice, once on a very tight budget as part of a longer trip in October 2013, and more recently in April 2024 for my friend groups 40th birthday celebrations. Hotel: Bellagio – hotels are typically very reasonably priced. We booked through Booking.com, and paid less than £200 each… Read more
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Miami Open Tennis
Location: Hard Rock Stadium, 347 Don Shula Dr Suite 102, Miami Gardens, FL 33056 Average temperature: Between 25 and 30 degrees. Ticket prices: From $20 for general admission Check out their website for more info Now, I have a personal attachment to this event as I worked on the marketing for the tournament. However, having… Read more
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San Diego in Gloomy June…
San Diego is a great starting point for a trip along the Californian coast, or a warm up to crossing the boarder into Tijuana, Mexico. I have visited twice, once in March 2018 and most recently June 2025. Where to stay in San Diego? The Pearl Hotel Based in Point Loma, The Pearl Hotel has… Read more
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Top tips for Glastonbury Festival
Okay, so this is not a traditional holiday destination but for many years it has been a week where I head to a field and forget about the outside world. There are plenty of articles out there for ‘top tips for Glastonbury’ but I find them to be pretty obvious. I have created my personal… Read more
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What to do in Tromso during the day
Unless you plan to sleep all day (which can be a good strategy if you are staying up all night), there are a few things I’d recommend doing to keep you occupied before chasing the northern lights. Hotel: Comfort Hotel Xpress Tromsø. Price for four nights = £750 Flights: Wizz (Luton) and Norwegian Air (Gatwick)… Read more
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What to Eat in NYC
Eating in New York City should be an Olympic sport. It takes serious preparation (research), and stamina (just how much can you fit in?). I have collated a variety of offerings below that I pretty much go back to every time I visit the big apple, and only two will break the bank… Bakeries Magnolia… Read more
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Eduardo Kobra Street Art
New York City Eduardo Kobra is a renowned Brazilian muralist known for his vibrant, large-scale artworks that often depict cultural and historical themes. His distinctive style blends realism with abstract elements, making his murals a striking addition to urban landscapes. Kobra’s work aims to inspire social change and celebrate diversity. Scroll for images “Tolerance” –… Read more
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Northern Lights Magic
A bucket list item, the trip to see Northern Lights is an unforgettable experience if you get lucky. Key things you need are money, patience, luck and extremely warm clothes! Hotel: Comfort Hotel Xpress Tromsø. Price for four nights = £750 Flights: Wizz (Luton) and Norwegian Air (Gatwick) Top tips Budget to book a trip… Read more
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