Hey, we’re Tim and Daniel
We run Travels off the Cuff – a travel blog for people who want to experience a place rather than just collect photos of it.
We’re a couple from the UK who travel slow, spontaneous, and as sustainably as possible. Over the past 10+ years we’ve visited more than 50 countries between us – often returning to our favourites (probably Belgium, Italy, and Thailand, but it changes!) to dig deeper and see more than the “must-sees”.
Our focus is always on the experience – not spending all our time in a five-star hotel or rushing to the spot where everyone takes that over-instagrammed photo. You’re more likely to find us figuring out the local bus system, trying a dish we can’t pronounce, or having one to many drinks in the sun than queuing for the perfect Instagram shot.
Why we started Travels off the Cuff
We weren’t born meticulous planners – in fact, we were the opposite. We’d land somewhere, have a vague idea of what to do, and spend half the day figuring out how to get there.
Over time, we realised there’s a gap between glossy travel content and what travellers actually need: the practical “how” as much as the “what”.
That’s why we started Travels off the Cuff – to create guides that tell you exactly how to do things. Which tram to take. How much the local ferry costs. Where to stand for the best view without jostling for space. Our aim is to make your trip smoother, less stressful, and more memorable.
What you’ll find here
If you stick around, you’ll see posts on:
- European city breaks that balance headline sights with overlooked gems
- Sustainable travel tips like taking trains over flights, or day trips by bike
- Detailed how-to guides for public transport, day trips, and itineraries
- Food & drink worth travelling for – from Trappist beers in Antwerp to the perfect breakfast spot on a quiet canal
- Off-the-beaten-path adventures – like cycling through Tuscan vineyards or tandem-riding to a monastery outside Kraków
Every guide is based on trips we’ve taken ourselves, backed up with up-to-date research from local sources before we publish.
Why you can trust our advice
We’re not claiming to be professional travel journalists – we’re travellers first. But we’ve built our guides through years of trial, error, and talking to locals, plus a lot of hours spent on the road figuring out what actually works.
Other travellers have used our tips to navigate Antwerp’s trams, explore Italy’s countryside, and find quieter corners of Bruges and Brussels. We’ve also contributed to collaborative travel posts and been part of online travel communities that share accurate, trustworthy advice.
Why we travel the way we do
For us, travel’s about slowing down. That could mean sipping a beer in the Belgian sun while the church bells ring, taking a local bus out of Chiang Mai just to see what’s there, or wandering Italian backstreets until we find a bakery that smells too good to pass.
We love mixing city and countryside – exploring markets one day, then heading out for a rural bike ride the next. The balance is what makes trips stick in our memory.
Let’s keep in touch
If you want to swap tips, suggest places, or just say hi:
- Sign up to our monthly round-up
- Leave a comment on any post – tell us your best finds
- Email us directly through our contact page
Wherever you travel next, we hope you find a little space to wander off the cuff.