🇬🇧 Travel Diary｜Hastings Stole My Heart 💙

Hastings, a coastal gem in southeast England, won me over with its stunning shoreline, centuries-old fishing heritage, and breathtaking sunset cliffs. The forecast predicted clouds, but Hastings surprised me with its magic. ➊ Hastings Beach 🏖️ Just a 10-minute walk from the train station, the endless coastline melted into the horizon—sky and sea blending in perfect blue. Though cloudy, the sun peeked through, turning pebbles into glimmering pearls. Who’s to say they’re not treasures from the deep? ➋ Hastings Pier ⛵️ A pier brimming with love and memories: plaques adorned railings and benches, each a tribute to souls tied to Hastings. "Alex spent summers here, leaping playfully into the sea. At 31, he left this world, but his friends wrote: You are so loved by so many." "Paul’s bench faces the ocean—his lifelong love—placed here by family and friends." ➌ Old Town 🏘️✨ The heart of Hastings, where George St and High St buzz with quirky cafes and indie shops (barely any chains!). I scored *2 rings + 2 earrings for £35* at a vintage store! At Hastings Antiques Warehouse, the owner asked if her shop was famous on " (Reddit’s cooler cousin? 😆) ➍ West Hill & East Hill 🌄 Short but steep climbs led to panoramic views: pastel houses, waves etching lace-like foam, seagulls dancing, and dogs romping through grass. At East Hill, I caught a sunset—orange soda skies, twinkling streets, and the hum of life below. Pure magic. #Hastings #UKTravel #SeasideMagic #HiddenGems #LondonEscapes 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🌊