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Introduction
Have you ever considered planning a day trip around Europe? Well I would like to welcome you to my first guest feature with TravelEatSlay! Here we discuss how to plan a day trip. Caroline is the official Queen of day trips, like litreally the Queen of day trips. And it is very easy on how to plan a day trip. But how exactly to plan for a day trip is a necessary discussion.
Last year I did a day trip with TravelEatSlay in Copenhagen, Prague, Bologna and Gdansk. I have to say I enjoyed every single one of the day visits! Read on to find out all you need to know about planning a day trip!
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About Bologna
Bologna is the capital and largest city of the Emilia-Romagna region in Northern Italy and one of those day trips from London you will love. It is one of the seventh most populous city in Italy. Its metropolitan province and is home to more than 1 million people as of 2025. Bologna is most famous for being the home to the oldest university in continuous operation, the University of Bologna, established in AD 1088. And is perfect day trip if you are ever thinking of going.
What made you consider taking a day trip?
You can say my first-day trip happened by accident. It was the summer of 2018, right after I quit my job to pursue and develop the TravelEatSlay brand and do some travelling. Soon after, I went to Cuba and then Morocco, and honestly, my wallet took a hit, so I had to calm down, but the itch to travel was still there.
While browsing for flights, I noticed a flight to Cologne, Germany for £20 return. This was the beginning of TravelEatSlay Day Trips.
How do you plan for a day trip?
Day trips are fun but require a lot of energy. When searching for flights, use the incognito browser, use sites like Skyscanner, Google Flights or Kayak. I prefer the former. Once I find a flight on Skyscanner, I usually cross-check it with the airline website to make sure the price is the same. Make sure the flight times are sufficient to enable you to make the most of your time in the city. I usually aim for at least 8 hours in a destination.
What was your first day trip, and did you forget anything important?
Cologne, Germany, was my first trip, and to be honest, I don’t remember forgetting anything; instead, I sometimes overpack.
What are your must-haves when on a day trip?
- Water bottle (to avoid buying beverages- most airports have water fountains where you can fill your bottle. Same goes for restaurants, if you ask politely, they can fill your bottle)
- Battery pack & adaptor – stay powered up.
- Snacks, these will fuel you as you walk about and explore
- Wipes, tissue, sanitiser & lip gloss
- TravelEatSlay merchandise, of course 😉 hahaha that is an absolute must.
Is there anything you wouldn’t bring on a day trip
A book. Well, even though you won’t have time to read or focus on the book during a day trip, it is one less thing to carry around with you, as you will only bring a small bag with you.
Your top 5 countries to travel to for a day trip?
When is your next day trip, and how does my audience get involved?
The next day trip is to Copenhagen in March. Anyone keen or interested in joining the travel squad, email info@traveleatslay.com to join the mailing list. I would highly recommend because I have done it myself.
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Speak soon,
Adebola MBV x
