Travel advice – Helen on her Holidays https://www.helenonherholidays.com/category/travel-advice/ 2026-01-02T21:01:18 en-GB hourly 1 Eleventy Ultimate Hong Kong layover guide: Things to do, itinerary and practical tips https://www.helenonherholidays.com/ultimate-hong-kong-layover-guide/ 2026-01-02T21:01:18 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/ultimate-hong-kong-layover-guide/ Got a layover in Hong Kong? Turn your connection into an adventure with itinerary ideas for short and long layovers, transport advice and practical tips.

]]> Is the Level8 Voyageur 20″ carry-on worth it? Real-world test https://www.helenonherholidays.com/level8-voyageur-20-carry-on-review/ 2025-09-15T22:31:50 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/level8-voyageur-20-carry-on-review/ Looking for a new carry-on suitcase? The Level8 Voyageur 20″ is a smart choice with clever design details.

]]> KLM Premium Comfort class review: is it worth it for a long flight? https://www.helenonherholidays.com/klm-premium-comfort-class-review/ 2024-12-12T21:09:53 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/klm-premium-comfort-class-review/ I tried KLM Premium Comfort on two 13 hour flights. Here’s my full review of KLM’s premium economy, covering the seat, service, food and more.

]]> Nine under-the-radar European city breaks for 2026 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/europe-city-breaks-2020/ 2024-12-11T22:17:00 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/europe-city-breaks-2020/ Once you’ve visited the big Europe city break destinations – the likes of Rome, Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin and Prague – where do you go next? Here’s 9 ideas for unusual European city breaks to take in 2026.

]]> 30 of the best places to go stargazing around the world https://www.helenonherholidays.com/best-places-to-go-stargazing/ 2024-02-24T22:21:46 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/best-places-to-go-stargazing/ Across the globe, there are amazing places to gaze up at the stars. From deserts to mountain peaks, don’t miss this list of the best places to go stargazing.

]]> 12 dazzling light festivals around the world https://www.helenonherholidays.com/light-festivals/ 2023-12-18T22:13:43 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/light-festivals/ Each year light festivals transform cities across the world into epic outdoor art galleries. Read about the best light festivals to visit, with tips for your trip.

]]> Birthday trip ideas: 53 inspiring places to celebrate your birthday https://www.helenonherholidays.com/birthday-trip-ideas/ 2022-12-27T16:31:08 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/birthday-trip-ideas/ Birthday trips are a wonderful way to celebrate a milestone birthday. Read on for 53 fun, inspirational and adventurous birthday trip ideas that’ll make travelling on your special day the perfect celebration.

]]> Best hot springs: 45 of the world’s best thermal baths and natural spas https://www.helenonherholidays.com/best-hot-springs/ 2022-11-19T09:11:00 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/best-hot-springs/ In the mood for a little relaxation? Why not plan a visit to one of the world’s best hot springs and natural thermal baths.

]]> Authors’ houses: 29 writers’ houses to visit around the world https://www.helenonherholidays.com/authors-houses-to-visit/ 2022-06-27T21:31:00 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/authors-houses-to-visit/ If you love books, you’ll love these authors houses to visit. From Austen to Shakespeare and the Brontës, visiting these writers’ houses is sure to inspire.

]]> Heritage railways: five of my favourite preserved railway lines https://www.helenonherholidays.com/heritage-railways/ 2020-05-29T23:30:39 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/heritage-railways/ Preserved railways make a great day trip for the whole family. These are my favourite heritage railways to visit.

]]> EU Tour: Visiting all the European Union capitals https://www.helenonherholidays.com/eu-tour/ 2020-01-26T17:47:56 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/eu-tour/ The story of how two EU-loving Brits visited all 28 European Union capitals, before Brexit. From Amsterdam to Zagreb, via Bucharest, Helsinki, Lisbon and 23 more – plus which one was my favourite.

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