Author: Janine@TeacherTravel
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Why Seville Stole My Heart in Just One Day
First Impressions of Seville We docked in Cadiz, then after crossing the new Cadiz bridge, the drive took around one hour and twenty minutes. As soon as I arrived, Seville felt different. The city is full of history and incredible architecture, yet it still works as a real, everyday place. It is clean, friendly and…
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Vung Tau, Vietnam: The Seaside City That Surprised Me.
30 December 2025|Vung Tau Vietnam A Day in Vung Tau, Vietnam – First Impressions from a Growing Coastal Gem Our first day in Vung Tau didn’t exactly start as planned. The rain greeted us the moment we arrived, so our guide whisked us off to the local shopping mall earlier than expected. It turned out…
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Santorini In June, A Busy Time! An Honest Review
23 July 2025 A Week in Santorini: Sun, Sea, and a Few Surprises We flew from Manchester to Santorini and honestly, the journey couldn’t have been easier. Once we landed, we’d pre-booked a taxi through Sun Transfers (highly recommend!) and it was all very smooth. In no time, around 15 minutes we were pulling up…
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Sights and Selfies in Florence and Pisa
28 May 2025|Florence and Pisa Tour From the outset, I knew today was going to be a whirlwind of two fantastic places and fun. We left the port of Livorno, on our official ‘Sights and Selfies’ tour and travelled first to Florence. As we approached on the tour bus, my first glimpse of the city…
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An Afternoon In Pompeii
17 May 2025 The day began with a most breath-taking journey to just beyond Positano taking in the stunning views of the Amalfi and Sorrento coast. Then a stop off in Sorrento, for the best pizza and a limoncello spritz ever! I could have stayed at this cliff- top restaurant spot all day. However, on…
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May Half Term Done Differently
🎲 Wildcard List: Something Different (Including Cruises!) 1.A Mediterranean Cruise Depart from Southampton or fly to Barcelona/Rome for a week of sunshine, sea days, and multiple destinations. Perfect for teachers who want zero planning and maximum relaxation.
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🌍 Top Places to Travel from the UK in the May Half Term
Your ultimate guide to city escapes, sunshine breaks, UK gems, and wildcard adventuresMay half term is one of the best times of the year to travel. The weather is warming up across Europe, prices haven’t yet hit peak‑season highs, and destinations feel lively without being overcrowded. Whether you’re craving culture, sunshine, or a cosy UK…