The Idyll

23/05/2019

An alpine lake, a medieval castle, and the most delicious cream cake in all the land – unsurprisingly, Bled is one of Slovenia's most iconic destinations. To help you plan the perfect trip, I've rounded up 10 of the best things to do in the area:

Best things to do in Lake Bled: Walk the lake circuit. Explore Bled Island. Relax in Thermal Pools. Swim outdoors. Explore Triglav National Park.

14/05/2019

Exploring Mostnica Gorge and the Voje Valley was a definite highlight of my time in Slovenia. This easy hike is a wonderful way to experience a slice of Triglav National Park.

We explored Mostnica Gorge on a spring afternoon. The rain started, stopped, and started again and the clouds hung thick and low. But even in less than

29/04/2019

It's true...Lake Bled is straight out of a fairytale.

10/12/2018

One of my favourite spots in London and a hill that's always worth the effort. Primrose Hill is a perfect place to begin or end or a walk through Regent's Park. Head to the top on a sunny morning for some of the best views of the city.

03/12/2018

Frosty walks by the sea, layers over cosy layers, and coffee under twinkling lights in the local pub. My kind of winter's day when I'm at home.

24/11/2018

This sunset stroll ended in numb fingers and frozen toes. But then the grey clouds turned to pink and it was all worth it.

19/11/2018

Wonderland Healing Center, on the Thai island of Koh Phangan, is so much more than a typical yoga retreat. Aside from all the yoga and meditation sessions, there's a herbal sauna, outdoor pool, puppies, hammocks, and mind-blowing vegan food.

Almost everyone I met at Wonderland extended their stay. Which isn't surprising, because this place is full of magic.

Wonderland Healing Center

  Wonderland Healing Center was founded by a group of friends, who wanted to live a community-based life. And since Wonderland began, it’s become one Wonderland Healing Center has become one of the most popular wellness centres on the Thai island of Koh Phangan. Think yoga, meditation, and vegan ...

28/10/2018

Riverside strolls in Cork, as the leaves turn to gold. It's a beautiful time of year to be outside. https://www.theidyll.com/walks-in-cork-ireland/

24/10/2018

If you've ever wanted to improve your vegan cooking skills, The Avenue Cookery School in London is a great place to start. I recently spent a fun evening learning how to make fish-free sushi. The end result wasn't pretty, but it was absolutely delicious.

Photo by Rebecca Crew Photography The Avenue Cookery School first opened its doors 15 years ago. Since then, the cookery school has quadrupled in size. The Avenue Cookery School is a family-run cookery school in South-West London. The Avenue has a wonderful range of vegan cookery classes and courses...

08/10/2018

It's easy to get active in Killarney – a town surrounded by mountains, lakes, and forests. If you're ever stuck for ideas, here are 16 things to do in one of Ireland's most popular spots:

From hardcore adventures to relaxing strolls, you'll find plenty of things to do in Killarney. This dramatic of Ireland is best experienced outdoors.

24/09/2018

A dreamy day in Gleninchaquin spent wandering around the lakes, woods, and ancient standing stones of this quiet valley.

20/09/2018

This summer, I had the chance to explore the beautiful state of Kerala in South India. Wellness is part of life in Kerala – from the ancient system of Ayurveda to the many ashrams and yoga centres.

Recently, Kerala was hit by severe floods, affecting hundreds of thousands of people. But the state is on the road to recovery and the majority of resorts have reopened. One way to help hotels and local businesses to get back on their feet is to visit the region during dry season. And thanks to Kerala's impressive holistic traditions, it's one of the places in India to have an authentic yoga experience: https://www.theidyll.com/yoga-in-kerala-india/

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Yoga in Kerala ranges from retreats to intense training. A beautiful state in southern India, Kerala is home to various ashrams and yoga schools.