Travel 12 - Alison Fay

Exploring Cat Island Japan, Tashirojima Travel Guide & How to get to Cat Island

August 19, 2022May 4, 2019

What, and where is Japan’s Cat Island? Cat Island, aka Tashirojima / Tashiro Island, is a tiny little island off the coast of Ishinomaki in the Miyagi prefecture. Ishinomaki is … Read More

The Most Instagrammable Photo Spots in Seville, Spain

November 7, 2022April 23, 2019

Seville is an ever-popular destination in the south of Spain for travellers wanting to get away for a long weekend. Flights are generally available throughout the year, lasting just 2hr … Read More

Visiting and Photographing Puffins on Lunga, Scotland

November 9, 2022February 16, 2019

Known as “Clown Birds” and “Sea Parrots”, due to their large colourful bills, Atlantic Puffins are one of the most adorable, if not the most, adorable birds I have had … Read More

England’s Best Seaside Towns for a Weekend Break

November 9, 2022February 6, 2019

Escaping to the seaside is a traditional British holiday. The bucket and spade, amusement arcades, enjoying a Mr Whippy while walking along the pier, and the smell of the sea … Read More

5 Free Mobile Apps for Editing Your Travel Photos

January 27, 2019

If you try searching your mobile’s app store for photo editing apps you are sure to get lots of options. But telling what’s good, and what’s bad or finding the … Read More

Wheelchair by check in desk at the airport. Why you should book special assistance when travelling with a disability

How to Book Special Assistance When Flying with a Disability

December 27, 2023November 30, 2018

Why should you book special assistance when flying with a disability or health condition? If you are travelling with a disability, and/or a chronic illness or any other impairment/condition that … Read More

Snow Sculpture at the 2018 Sapporo Snow Festival

Visiting Japan’s Sapporo Snow Festival

September 13, 2023September 28, 2018

In the most Northern prefecture of Japan, Hokkaido, the annual Sapporo Snow Festival takes place each February. Started back in 1950 when local high school student’s build six sculptures in … Read More

Thundergate at Sensoji Temple, Tokyo - Alisonfay.com

Best Travel Apps for Traveling in Japan – For iOS and Android

December 29, 2023September 8, 2018

When planning a trip to Japan you may be wondering what apps there that’ll make getting around Japan easier, booking your hotels & flights, finding things to do, etc. Luckily … Read More

The Best Free Things To Do In Bristol, England

November 9, 2022July 2, 2018

If you are looking for something to do in Bristol, that won’t break the bank then this guide will have you covered! This guide covers a range of free attractions to do in Bristol including museums, parks, historical areas, markets, boats and more.

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The Best Free Mobile Apps for Travelling

December 16, 2023June 17, 2018

If you’re traveling on a budget you might be wondering what apps out there can help you with traveling such as navigating, planning your trip, tracking flights etc. If you’ve … Read More