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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

4 Days in Mumbai: A Slow Travel Itinerary for First-Time Visitors

4 Days in Mumbai: A Slow Travel Itinerary for First-Time Visitors

4 days in Mumbai itinerary for first-timers: Gateway of India, Fort heritage walk, markets, Dhobi Ghat, Marine Drive sunsets and Elephanta Caves ...more

Destinations ,Travel, India

February 26, 20264 min read

Best Things to Do in Mumbai: A Slow Travel Guide to India’s Most Intense City

Best Things to Do in Mumbai: A Slow Travel Guide to India’s Most Intense City

Planning a trip to Mumbai? Explore iconic landmarks, Elephanta Caves, heritage walks, markets, Dhobi Ghat and Bollywood tours in this detailed guide. ...more

Destinations ,Travel, India

February 26, 20268 min read

Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Temple: The Perfect Day Trip from Udaipur or Jodhpur

Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Temple: The Perfect Day Trip from Udaipur or Jodhpur

Kumbhalgarh Fort and Ranakpur Temple day trip from Udaipur or Jodhpur, with history, travel tips and how to visit en route between the two cities. ...more

Destinations ,Travel, India

February 18, 20265 min read

3 Days in Udaipur: The Perfect Slow-Travel Itinerary

3 Days in Udaipur: The Perfect Slow-Travel Itinerary

Spend 3 days in Udaipur with this slow-travel itinerary: City Palace, lake sunsets, ghats, craft workshops and delicious Rajasthani food. ...more

Destinations ,Travel, India

February 18, 20264 min read

The Best Things to Do in Udaipur, Rajasthan

The Best Things to Do in Udaipur, Rajasthan

The best things to do in Udaipur: palaces, ghats, Lake Pichola sunsets, craft workshops and street food. A slow-travel guide to Rajasthan’s City of Lakes. ...more

Destinations ,Travel, India

February 18, 202611 min read

2 Days in Jodhpur: A Slow Travel Itinerary for the Blue City

2 Days in Jodhpur: A Slow Travel Itinerary for the Blue City

Plan the perfect 2 days in Jodhpur with this detailed itinerary covering Mehrangarh Fort, the Blue City, stepwells, palaces and hidden gems. ...more

Destinations ,Travel, India

February 15, 20264 min read

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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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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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