Adventures of a London Kiwi

A London Food and Travel blog full of unique experiences.

Hidden Gems: Uncovering Unique UK Stays with cozycozy

The UK, a land of rolling hills, historic cities, and dramatic coastlines, offers far more than just standard hotel stays. For those seeking a truly memorable getaway, the key lies in uncovering unique places to stay – which is where cozycozy comes into its own, acting as a digital treasure map leading to hidden gems across the country. This cozycozy Review is a sponsored post.

The Queen of Englands Funeral Adventures of a London Kiwi
NB: This is Buckingham Palace, and no, you can’t stay here with cozycozy – but you’ll be able to find amazing London accomodation nearby!

Forget the predictable; cozycozy allows you to delve beyond the usual listings, revealing a world of quirky cottages, converted barns, and even floating houseboats – something about travel which you know I revel in.

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A Long Weekend in Budapest (v.2.0)

Our first long weekend in Budapest was such a delight that my friend and I decided unanimously for a return visit.

10 things to do in Budapest Hungary Adventures of a London Kiwi

We met over a sunny weekday lunch to find a date, book the flights and decide where we were staying for the 5 days – the details simply fell into place with the tip-tip-tap of a few laptop keys.

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Caribbean Carnival Extravaganza: Top Festivals and Essential Tips

Imagine yourself swept up in the vibrant colors, pulsating rhythms, and infectious energy of the Caribbean’s most exciting celebrations. Caribbean carnivals are a spectacle of culture, music, and tradition, offering you an unforgettable experience. This is a sponsored guest post.

What to do in Grenada

These festivals are more than just events; they’re a chance to immerse yourself completely in the island life, from the intricate costumes to the lively parades and everything in between.

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Unique Experiences to Enjoy at Marina Bay Sands – No Need to Step Outside!

Marina Bay Sands (MBS) is more than just a hotel; it’s a destination in itself. I’ve visited a few times now – staying there in 2017 which was such an interesting experience. This is a sponsored post.

A Luxury stay at the Marina Bay Sands Hotel Infinity Pool Singapore Adventures of a London Kiwi

Forget venturing out into the city – you could easily spend your entire trip within the iconic towers and find yourself utterly captivated.

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72 Hours in Melbourne (the ‘not an expert, just a fan’ edit)

There’s a beautiful, sad irony in the fact that despite living in the UK for nearly two decades, I’ve barely explored the South Island of New Zealand, or Australia, so on my last trip home I decided to spend 72 hours in Melbourne before rolling over to Auckland.

3 Days in Melbourne Australia Adventures of a London Kiwi

My plans were simple; catch up with family who I’ve not seen in, well, decades, explore the well regarded Melbourne brunch scene (outside of London, Melbourne allegedly has the biggest Kiwi population in the world – and with many of my family members living there at some point or another I’d well believe it) and just kinda mooch. Oh, and day trip to Phillip Island for a twilight Penguin Parade which, honestly, is one of the top 10 delights of my life.

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