Ellie Swain

Dubrovnik is famous for its bright terracotta rooftops, grand walled city, and Game of Throne sets. But did you know that it’s also home to an abundance of cats that roam the streets?
Stroll through Dubrovnik’s picturesque old town, and you’ll come across plenty of the city’s most adorable feline residents curled up on cafe chairs, lounging on sundrenched terraces, and prancing across cobbled streets.
If you’re an animal lover, the cats are a wonderful addition to the city, which is teeming w...

On the West Coast of Mexico in the state of Oaxaca sits Puerto Escondido, the bohemian surf town rapidly growing in popularity. Puerto Escondido, or PE, as many locals and visitors affectionately call it, certainly isn’t Mexico’s best-kept secret. However, PE doesn’t draw in the same amount of guests as other popular beach cities like Cancun and Los Cabos.
Renowned for its soaring surf and laid-back beaches, Puerto Escondido is far enough off the beaten track that many visitors come to relax ...

Another year is coming to an end, so now is the perfect time to look ahead to what 2022 might have in store for us when it comes to food and drink trends. In 2021, we saw a growing rise in veganism and vegetarianism, as well as more interest in fusion cuisine. Many of us have also turned to the likes of social media channels such as Instagram and TikTok for recipe inspiration. But what can we expect from 2022? Here are our predicted trends.
The CBD market is booming thanks to the growing dema...

No one wants to cancel their trip unless they have to. But if you must, holiday cancellation insurance can mean you at least don’t lose out on the money you’ve paid for it. Learn more about holiday cancellation insurance and how it is affected by Covid-19 here.

Stand-out marketing copy doesn’t just sell a product. It fosters a connection with the audience and reels them in. That’s the difference between a mediocre and a masterful copywriting service.
Excellent messaging communicates the benefits or features (or both) of your product or service, enabling you to tell potential customers exactly what they need to know in a clever and succinct way.
But without knowing the difference between benefits and features in your content, you can scare people awa...

We all know that strong and healthy team collaboration significantly contributes to the success of a product-centric company. Visibility and alignment are essential for an organization to operate and grow, especially in today’s fast-paced and rapidly moving market, with teams distributed all over the world.
But despite having a team of hard-working and communicative employees, maintaining collaboration can be challenging. Common goals, transparency, and cross-functional excellence, among othe...

Online shopping sales have rocketed due to the spread of COVID-19. With most of us spending a significant amount of time quarantining at home this year, using the internet to make purchases has become the norm.
Internet sales as a total percentage of sales in the UK rose from 2.8% in November 2006 to 18.9% in February 2020. Then, due to the pandemic, they shot up rapidly to 30% in April 2020. Now one in five of our pounds of total retail spending is online, and that figure looks set to increa...

They’re fried in fat and slathered with salt, so why do Brits have such an unhealthy obsession with crisps, or what Americans would call potato chips?
While crisps (or chips) are undoubtedly popular in the States, in the UK, they’re an integral part of British culture. They’re enjoyed with a sandwich and juice box while lying in a park on a warm summer’s day and are tucked into in front of the box on a Saturday night of binge TV. They’re munched on between meals as a tasty snack and shared wi...

As a destination that is constantly reinventing itself, and with a rich history and culture as well as plenty of green spaces, visitors will find there’s more to Monaco than first meets the eye...
At less than two square kilometres, Monaco is the second smallest country in the world, yet it is packed with a tapestry of travel experiences. As a destination that is constantly reinventing itself, and with a rich history and culture as well as plenty of green spaces, visitors will find there’s mo...

The UK Government’s ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ scheme finished Monday 31 August, with many restaurants reporting soaring trade for the month it was in operation.
The success of the discounting initiative has prompted chains and independent eateries to devise their own schemes - see below for details.
'Eat Out To Help Out' offered diners 50% off sit-in meals, up to a limit of £10 per person, between Monday and Wednesday during August. While food and soft drinks were covered, the discount didn’t app...

For digital nomads working and traveling around the world, Mexico seemingly has it all. Extremely affordable living costs, incredible year-round weather, and plenty of adventure and dreamy destinations to explore. Whether you’re a seasoned remote worker or are just getting started, you may be curious about what the land of tequila and tacos has to offer for digital nomads. That’s where we come in to help. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of living in the sun-soaked country of Mex...

It was an overcast weekday in June, the beginning of the rainy season, when we slowly crunched across the sand off Panagsama Beach, weighed down with our scuba gear, in search of sardines. We drifted in the choppy waters for a few minutes before descending into the deep blue water. Less than 100 feet offshore, the reef dropped, reaching beyond 260 feet in some places.
The sardine run off th...

It’s hard to imagine spending the winter lounging on golden sugar sand beaches, dining alfresco and sailing across dazzling blue ocean. But that’s exactly what I did this November on the exotic, sun-soaked island of Gran Canaria.
I’ve been lucky enough to enjoy a whole month co-living with a bunch of wonderful ‘digital nomads.’ For those who’ve never heard of the term, a digital nomad is someone who works remotely while exploring the world.
My life hasn’t always been this way. But since I dec...

Blessed with rich soil, fresh air, and clean water, Tasmania is fast becoming a world foodie destination. The Australian island state is famous for its fresh-from-the-farm produce and mouth-watering seafood. That’s not to mention the score of fine wineries, dairy farms, and craft breweries dotted around the island. The landscapes aren’t to go amiss, either. Tasmania is packed with rolling verdant hills, lush forests, sprawling landscapes, and – believe it or not – some of the best beaches in ...

I'm a remote copywriter traveling the world, so finding a reliable backpack is vital for me. I need a backpack that’s versatile and durable enough to carry my laptop and other tech gear, whether I’m walking through London in the pouring rain or plodding through the sand on a hot baking day in a beach town in Mexico.
While I used to make do with a classic backpack without any extra features, this year, I met another digital nomad who introduced me to the marvel that is the Nomatic Backpack.
Th...