Featured Spa at Telunas Private Island Resort, Indonesia (Image courtesy of Telunas Beach Resort)

Travel // 2025 on the Blog: What You Loved Most

2025 has been an incredible year for the blog, full of travel inspiration, practical guides, and little escapes both near and far. From dreamy island getaways just a short hop from Singapore to charming day trips in Surrey, must-read travel books, and tips for relocating your pets internationally, these posts offered something for every kind of explorer, families, solo travellers, culture lovers, and weekend wanderers alike.

Travel // A Slow Travel Guide to Madrid: 11 Experiences Worth Making Time For

Planning a winter city break? Madrid is a beautiful choice for a slow, family-friendly escape before Christmas. We spent a few gentle days exploring museums, cosy cafés, festive streets and delicious tapas spots, all while soaking up that warm Spanish winter light. Here’s what we loved, what we ate, where we stayed and a few simple ideas to help you plan your own relaxed trip to Madrid in December.