Brad's Backpack

Whether it’s after a busy day travelling, with a good meal at lunch, or at the airport Wetherspoons at 7am, I love a beer. I used to just stick to my favourites, but now I really enjoy trying local beers, and with Europe so close there are so many master breweries for me to explore. And since exploring Dublin’s own Guinness Storehouse back in 2023, I was keen to explore more. Carlsberg is a beer…

KF Concept MS05 Tripod: Our Verdict MS05 Tripod Star Rating ⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 3 out of 5. Pros Small Strong Cons Only two options for adjusting Lack of height Technical Details Dimensions Weight 208g Main Materials Aluminium Alloy Max Height 15.6cm Max Weight 20kg Where to buy You can also use the below button to purchase your own KF Concept MS05 Tripod from Amazon. By purchasing…

I love it when functional buildings are made fun, doubling the usage of the space. Copenhill is a great example of this. Cities naturally produce waste, unfortunately until there is a better method some of that waste has to be incinerated. But instead of having a big ugly waste-to-energy plant, they decided to incorporate it into a structure for tourists and locals to enjoy. The interior of…

Retreev Smart Tag: Our Verdict Retreev Smart Tag Star Rating ⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 3 out of 5. Pros Durable Selection of designs Easy to update details Cons No tracking Technical Details Dimensions 14.3cm x 12.5cm x 1cm Weight 20g Main Materials Stainless Steel, Plastic Where to buy You can also use the below button to purchase your own Retreev Smart Tag from Retreev or Amazon. By…

Copenhagen, the vibrant capital of Denmark, is a city where history meets modernity. Where centuries-old castles coexist with cutting-edge architecture, and where the cosy concept of “hygge” permeates every corner. I loved my journey to this enchanting city, and I want you to enjoy yours too. So in this guide, I have written down everything you should know before exploring Copenhagen. This…

When looking at photos of Lisbon, it won’t take long to see a picture of their iconic trams. Having commuted by train for years to Central London, it’s pretty safe to say getting excited about public transport is a rarity for me. So when I say riding one of Lisbon’s iconic trams was non-negotiable, it is pretty clear it was a big deal for me. Unfortunately, not all my friends didn’t see the…

If you want a city break where you can walk and explore with a coffee in your hand, Copenhagen is perfect. There is so much for you to explore that if you went by public transport you would miss. During my short stay in the city I did a self-guided tour with Around, which took me to some of these and introduced me to some of Copenhagen’s best works of art. In Langelinie Park, just a short walk…

Anker 735 (Nano II) Charger: Our Verdict Anker 735 (Nano II) Charger Star Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 4.5 out of 5. Pros Multiple charge ports Fast charging Cons Technical Details Dimensions 3.8cm x 2.9cm x 6.6cm Weight 132g Max Charging Speeds 65w Outputs x2 USB C, x1 USB A Where to buy You can also use the below button to purchase your own pair of Anker 735 (Nano II) Charger from…

I’m terrible at finding restaurants when solo travelling, that’s just a fact. I love good food, but I have a habit of planning what I’ll be doing, and unmissable activities, that I forget to plan time to eat. So I often end up going to whatever is nearby and convenient at the time. I knew I would end up repeating this behaviour in Copenhagen, so I did come up with some contingencies. The first…

Lifeventure Thermal Mug: Our Verdict Lifeventure Thermal Mug Star Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 4 out of 5. Pros Keeps drinks at the perfect temperature 18 different colour choices Budget Friendly Cons Lid doesn’t feel the most secure Only one capacity size Technical Details Main Materials Stainless Steel Dimensions 7.9 x 7.9 x 12.4 cm Weight 262g Capacity 300ml Temperature retain…

The Little Mermaid is one of Copenhagen’s most iconic tourist attractions, and is a tribute to Hans Christian Andersen’s famous fairytale by the same name. Everyone I know who has been to Copenhagen has visited the Little Mermaid, and almost all of them have felt disappointed by the statue. But I am all for forming my own opinion, so I was determined to visit myself. As it happened, my…

Yeti Rambler Can Insulator: Our Verdict Yeti Rambler Can Insulator Star Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 4 out of 5. Pros Keeps canned drinks cold Lots of colour options Cons No seal Technical Details Main Materials Steel and Plastic Dimensions 7.9 x 7.9 x 12.4 cm Weight 400g Where to buy Yeti Rambler 12 oz. Can Insulator The link below will take you to Amazon where you can purchase your own…

I arrived in Copenhagen to find the city cloudy and drizzly, exactly the same weather I had tried to escape from back home. But I was determined not to be put off. I wanted to get out and explore what the city has to offer. I’ve gotten into the habit of saving locations I want to visit on Google Maps, so as soon as I arrived and had dropped my bag in the hotel, I was checking my map to see what…

Zippo Refillable Hand Warmer: Our Verdict Zippo Refillable Hand Warmer Star Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 3.5 out of 5. Pros Warm Compact Cons No off switch Must carry refills and a lighter Cannot fly with Technical Details Main Materials Metal Dimensions 2.6 x 0.5 x 3.9 Weight 73g Burn Time 12 hours Max Weight 2.5kg Where to buy The link below will take you to Amazon where you can…

As a seasoned traveller, I’ve tried my fair share of walking tours but not without issue. Often I can’t always hear the guides, I miss important information; or I don’t have enough time to take the photos and videos I want before being frogmarched on to the next stop. So when Around Tours approached me ahead of my visit to Copenhagen and asked if I would be willing to write about my experience on…

Ulanzi MT-14 Desktop Tripod: Our Verdict Ulanzi MT-14 Desktop Tripod Star Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 3.5 out of 5. Pros Adjustable legs Lightweight Cons Limited height Technical Details Main Materials Plastic Dimensions 15.8cm x 3.8cm x 3.6cm Weight 90g Max Height 15cm Max Weight 2.5kg Where to buy The link below will take you to Amazon where you can purchase your own Ulanzi MT-14…

London is full of hidden gyms.and secret locations. Despite spending years working around the corner. Even when I found out about it, I couldn’t get tickets. I did eventually get tickets for the Barbican Conservatory when they hosted an art show using lights in the gardens. Unfortunately for this to take full effect, it meant it had to be dark. So I couldn’t enjoy the flowers in full bloom. But…