Stays

Registan in Samarkand, a good location for a stay in Samarkand

Where to Stay in Samarkand: Best Hotels & Neighbourhoods

Like any trip, choosing where to stay in Samarkand makes a huge difference to your overall experience. The city’s main...

A temple in the old city of Chiang Mai, for post vegan hotels in Chiang Mai

Best Areas and Vegan Hotels in Chiang Mai

Of all the posts on my blog, some of the most visited are those about vegan stays around the world,...

where to stay in Strasbourg for Christmas, a view of the canal

Where to Stay in Strasbourg for Christmas: Best Areas

Strasbourg is a truly beautiful city at all times of year, but it really comes alive at Christmas. As the...

Modern pool with blue tiles in Away Chiang Mai hotel

Away Chiang Mai Review: Is Thailand’s Famous Vegan Hotel Worth It?

When I was planning my most recent Thailand trip, I was most excited for Chiang Mai. I’d heard all about...

The Ryukyu Hotel and Resort in Okinawa, Japan

Ryukyu Hotel & Resort: Paradise in Okinawa

Last September, my husband and I were planning to cycle Japan’s famous Shimanami Kaido route. Given that my cycling prowess...

Decorative window with teapot and bowl, a guide to vegan friendly hotels in Samarkand

The Best Vegan Friendly Hotels in Samarkand

I don’t know about you, but when breakfast is an apple and some dry bread, it’s not my idea of...

Where to stay in Onomichi along the waterfront, or shopping street

Where to Stay in Onomichi before the Shimanami Kaido

Cycling the Shimanami Kaido is an amazing adventure, and it’s one better started when you’re well rested. While plenty of...

Where to stay in Verona: A street running through the Centro Storico

Where to Stay in Verona: Best Areas (and Where to Avoid!)

Verona is one of my absolute favourite cities in Italy, and I’ve spent enough time both visiting and lurking on...

Kinosaki onsen town, where you can find kinosaki vegan ryokan stays

Kinosaki Vegan Ryokan Stays – The Verified List

If you’ve already read my guide to finding a vegan friendly ryokan in Hakone, you’ll know I take absolute joy...

Motoyu Kansuiro Hakone - Vegan Friendly Ryokan, seen from the outside

A 2026 Guide to Vegan-Friendly Ryokans in Hakone: The Verified List

Which Ryokan to Choose? I’ve gone into more detail on each ryokan in the Verified List section, but if you...