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Where Wanderlust Meets Creativity

Hello, I’m Andrea — a lifelong traveller, maker, and lover of beautiful, meaningful adventures. Happy Days Travel and Crafts is where my two passions come together: exploring the world and creating by hand.

Here you’ll find in-depth travel guides, practical tips and tricks, and inspiration for slow, mindful journeys that let you truly connect with a place — whether you’re travelling for a few weeks or living abroad for a while. I share the kind of details that make travel easier, richer, and more personal: how to plan longer stays, find local experiences, and travel at your own pace.

And because creativity is part of every journey, you’ll also discover craft ideas inspired by travel, handmade keepsakes, and stories of makers and markets from around the world.

Happy Days Travel and Crafts is a space for anyone who loves to wander, make, and live creatively — wherever the road leads. Let’s fill our days with discovery, connection, and a little sunshine along the way 🌞.

What You Will Find on My Site

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🌍 Destinations

Discover the places that have captured my heart. Here you’ll find detailed travel guides, local tips, and stories from the road — all focused on slow, meaningful travel and real experiences that bring a destination to life.

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🧵 Crafts

A celebration of creativity, both at home and on the road. From slow stitching and handcrafting to workshops around the world, these are the crafts that connect us, calm us, and remind us to create with care.

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Articles

Personal stories, reflections, and reviews inspired by travel and making. From heartfelt memories to creative musings, these articles share the moments that make every journey — and every handmade piece — unforgettable.

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🌿 Resources

A curated collection of my favourite travel and crafting essentials — the companies, products, and tools I trust and use myself. Everything here is chosen with care to make your adventures and creative projects a little easier and more joyful.

My Latest Blogposts

English Churches – St Mary’s Church, Whitby

English Churches – St Mary’s Church, Whitby

Discover St Mary’s Church in Whitby — its unique interior, historic box pews, cliff-top setting, and atmospheric churchyard reached via the famous 199 steps. A must-visit on the Yorkshire coast. ...more

Travel, UK ,Destinations

January 17, 20266 min read

Whitby Abbey – Visitor’s Guide 2026

Whitby Abbey – Visitor’s Guide 2026

Explore Whitby Abbey with my 2026 visitor’s guide — from Gothic clifftop ruins and coastal views to history, tickets, opening times and what to see at the museum. Perfect for planning your visit. ...more

Travel, UK ,Destinations

January 17, 20265 min read

Whitby’s Walk with Heritage Trail

Whitby’s Walk with Heritage Trail

Explore Whitby’s Walk with Heritage Trail — a charming 3 km route featuring nine life-size sculptures inspired by the town’s fishing heritage, perfect for history lovers and curious travellers. ...more

Travel, UK ,Destinations

January 13, 20268 min read

Captain James Cook in Whitby

Captain James Cook in Whitby

Discover the story of Captain James Cook in Whitby — from his apprenticeship on the North Yorkshire coast to the museum, memorial and sites that celebrate his remarkable journeys and legacy. ...more

Travel, UK ,Destinations

January 11, 20267 min read

Whitby Museum and Art Gallery

Whitby Museum and Art Gallery

Explore the Whitby Museum and Art Gallery in Pannett Park, North Yorkshire — from fascinating fossils and local art to quirky curiosities and maritime history. Discover why this hidden gem is one of t... ...more

Travel, UK ,Destinations

January 11, 20267 min read

Why You Should Visit Soweto, South Africa

Why You Should Visit Soweto, South Africa

Discover why Soweto is a must-visit from Johannesburg — rich history, iconic sites like Vilakazi Street & Hector Pieterson Memorial, vibrant culture and tours. ...more

Destinations ,Travel, Africa

January 01, 202613 min read

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Jason's Feedback

Discovering Happy Days Travel and Crafts was a game-changer for my wanderlust-filled soul. Andrea's articles aren't just travel guides; they're immersive journeys that ignite your sense of adventure.

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Helen's Feedback

I have followed Andrea and Mark for years. Their adventures have always inspired me. I wish Andrea all the best as she embarks on the next phase of her journey. I know that Mark will be with her every step of the way.

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