On The Road Again

A s the name suggests, NYAH Key West is self-described as ‘ not your average hotel’ . A bold statement that had me intrigued. While in town seeking out all the odd attractions in Key West and the best places to drink that don’t suck I had the opportunity to stay at NYAH Key West and see for myself just what makes it not your average hotel . In This Post... Discreet Beginning Versatile Versatility Cost Friendly Hostel Hybrid Common Grounds Get Around Not-so-Average Discreet Beginning Entering NYAH from its street-side gate you already see that this is not your average hotel. There is no grand entrance or manicured grounds. Just what appears to be another gorgeous Key West home . Past the lobby (and the free Starbucks coffee machine ) you enter the courtyard which consists of 3 stunning pools , loungers, and a breakfast bar. The whole area gives off a laid back and easy style only found in the Keys.     Compare prices on flights to Florida with...

In order to fund my expensive habit of going to as many places as humanely possible, I have had to develop some tactics to visit expensive cities on a budget. When I told people I’d booked an impulsive trip to the capital of Ireland after finding flights for £50 on skyscanner, everyone’s response was pretty similar… I hope you have a lot of money.  Apparently, Ireland’s expensive and the capital’s the dearest of all. People advised me that if I was venturing into more rural Ireland, the prices do go down a little. But in Dublin? I’d be bankrupt approximately 30 minutes after stepping off the plane. Ever the optimist, I replied that as I was only going for two days and am used to London prices, so it couldn’t be that bad… Could it? Is Dublin on a budget possible? I put it to the test and ventured to Dublin for a weekend with the aim to spent as little as possible. And here are my tips for saving money in Dublin! Cheap Transport in Dublin From the airport, you ca...