Travelling & Experience

  • Cruising for Solo Travellers

    Cruising for Solo Travellers

    In preparation for going on a cruise, I would like to answer a question I have been asked several times recently. Are cruising holidays a good option for solo travellers? Absolutely! There are various types of solo travellers – those actively looking to socialise and meet people, those who like to be on their own

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  • On my love for vintage and finding little gems.

    On my love for vintage and finding little gems.

    I love all things vintage – the feel, the designs, the quality, the possible life stories you can imagine while holding vintage items.So for me, there was another reason to come back to Cowes this weekend – to visit my favourite vintage shop Hatter and Harehttps://www.instagram.com/hatterandhareiw/ They have a great collection of handmade, upcycled, vintage

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  • On Cowes, 20th-anniversary celebration and my love for lobsters.

    On Cowes, 20th-anniversary celebration and my love for lobsters.

    This Saturday I went to Cowes, Isle of Wight for the 20th anniversary of Jolihttps://www.facebook.com/people/Joli-Cowes/100057286075148/ Over a year ago I walked into their shop and I was hooked.I am in love with all things with lobsters. They started to appear to me everywhere I went since my move to Southampton.Lobsters symbolise resilience, adaptability, and transformation.

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  • Champagne reception and the unveiling of a new perfume by Creed.

    Champagne reception and the unveiling of a new perfume by Creed.

    I love luxurious and sensual smells. Creed Fragrances https://www.creedfragrances.co.uk/ is my new and addictive find. This week I was excited to be invited to an exclusive Creed event to unveil its new masterpiece: Eladaria. Everything that Creed does has style, beauty, and attention to detail. The champagne reception for this event was no exception. Stunning

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  • The Freedom of Travelling solo

    The Freedom of Travelling solo

    I love travelling solo. I do this by choice. This is the time when I recharge, reflect, and grow stronger. The worst part of travelling solo for me is that first question you hear once you start talking to someone you’ve never met before: “Are you travelling on your own?” Yes, I am. The most

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  • A Voyage of Elegance: My Love with Queen Victoria

    A Voyage of Elegance: My Love with Queen Victoria

    I fell in love with Queen Victoria, and it was love at first sight. As a natural storyteller, I wanted to share not only my experience as a guest on this beautiful ship but also some interesting facts.

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  • What kind of cruiser are you?

    What kind of cruiser are you?

    Choosing a cruise for your holiday can be an overwhelming experience, and there are different ways of doing it. You can do your research, ask experienced cruisers, or talk to a specialised travel agency. There are cruises for all tastes. Ships come in different sizes, styles, and configurations. My main question is always, “What are

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  • Why Choose Sunny Beach Bulgaria for Your Next Getaway?

    Why Choose Sunny Beach Bulgaria for Your Next Getaway?

    End of September brought me the joy of Sunny Beach Bulgaria. Black Sea is deeply connected with my childhood memories and did not disappoint. Not only it is beautiful, warm, soft but also very healing. 2 weeks of daily swimming made my skin glowing and smooth. Watch out for jelly fish, on some days there

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I’m Yana De Lilac

Welcome to the Walking in My Shoes site. Here I will share with you what inspires me: from luxury cruise ship holidays to culinary experiences and things to do in Southampton. Let me be your guide through the jungle of sights and activities, sharing hands-on tips on solo travelling. This is a non-commercial blog based entirely on my real personal experience. Thank you for joining me on this journey. Happy reading! 

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