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August 2025

Stories published in August 2025.

The Photo Backup Routine That Finally Stuck

Technology3 min read

I used to be the person who said I would sort my photos next weekend. Then a phone died and two years of trips went with it. This is the simple backup routine I finally stuck to, no complicated setup, just three habits and one monthly reminder. If your camera roll is a mess too, start here.

Dubrovnik: A Costly Slice of Adriatic Paradise

Travel3 min read

Dubrovnik is every bit as beautiful as the photos suggest - old walls, blue water and streets full of history. It is also one of the most expensive places I have visited. In this post I share what surprised me about the city, where the money really goes, and whether I would go back.

Slovenia: A Hidden Jewel of the Alps

Travel4 min read

Slovenia rarely gets the attention its neighbours do, and honestly, that is part of its charm. Sitting between Austria, Italy, Croatia and Hungary, it quietly offers alpine lakes, old towns and food worth slowing down for. Here is why I think it deserves a place on your travel list.