Following the Iron Way in the Dolomite Mountains
In 1917 the Mountain War came to an end after two years of bitter fighting between the Italian and Austrian armies in the Dolomite Mountains. Read about my exhilarating via Continue Reading →
Category: Europe
Travel ideas for Europe – trip tips and recommendations from my experiences travelling in Europe. This continent has diverse and beautiful landscapes, ancient sites, and many rich, fascinating cultures. Here you will find exciting travel ideas for travelling in Europe so start planning your dream Europe trip now and experience everything that Europe has to offer travellers.
UK: Wandering with the Mad Hatter Oxford
This Spring or Summer spend a golden afternoon with in Oxford, discovering the magical world of Alice in Wonderland and Lewis Carroll with the Mad Hatter Oxford. Where else to Continue Reading →
Greece: Kalymnos climbing (and relaxing) holiday
The island of Kalymnos lay pink and gold across the horizon as the ferry left the tiny port of Mastichari. Sitting up top the wind was quite fierce and the Continue Reading →
UK: Wandering in Glasgow with Charles Rennie Mackintosh
The shop windows are glowing brightly on Glasgow’s Sauchiehall Street this cold pre-Christmas afternoon and upstairs in the Willow Tea Rooms the panes of glass display swirling black lines that Continue Reading →
Romania: Exploring past and present in Bucharest
Wandering on Calea Victori, one of Bucharest’s major thoroughfares, I was trying to imagine a time when it would have been a wooden street rather than paved; back in the Continue Reading →
France: A walking tour of Vieux Lyon
A walking tour of Vieux Lyon is a glimpse of a medieval town that was not given the 19th-century makeover the French capital received (essentially to enhance authorities’ ability to Continue Reading →
Czech: Planning your seasonal break to Prague
Prague, locally known as Praha, boasts some of the most picturesque architectural landmarks in Europe. The Czech capital is also famous for its abundance of tasty beers, pubs, cosy cafés, Continue Reading →
Top 10 traditional Puppet Theatres around the world
Puppetry is an ancient art form, with archaeological evidence from early civilisations, and although some people may think it ‘old hat’, in parts of the world special artists and craftspeople Continue Reading →
The best cycling holidays in France
If watching the Tour de France inspires some of you to polish your bicycle bell and go pedalling around Europe, here are some excellent ideas for cycling holidays in France. Continue Reading →
Top 5 classic road trips around the world
The freedom and flexibility offered by driving holidays is undeniable so escape from the confines of your holiday and discover the true meaning of your destination. Here are five classic road trips Continue Reading →
Italy: Wandering in romantic Verona
Is Verona the most romantic city in the world? The romantic appeal of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet has always seemed a bit dubious. Young lovers and doomed love; destroyed by Continue Reading →
France: Ski holidays with young children in Morzine
You can imagine my excitement and trepidation as we set off on our journey to our first ski holiday since starting a family. Pregnancy and caring for a small baby Continue Reading →
Greece: A wandering weekend in Athens
Rich in both history and culture, modern Athens has been giving itself a facelift over the past decade and is now a vibrant cultural powerhouse that rewards time and attention Continue Reading →
Mallorca: A walking holiday in the Valley of Oranges
The sound of waves slapping against the shore outside our hotel window in Mallorca was lulling but the warm October sun was shining and the ancient trails of the Valley Continue Reading →
UK: Wandering through Leeds Castle (in Kent)
Leeds Castle is self-described as “the loveliest castle in the world”, which is a big call, but it is certainly a beautiful day out in all seasons. There’s just something Continue Reading →
Wandering Kiwi’s 2017 Travel Highlights
Although I never feel like I’ve done enough travel, looking back over my 2017 travel highlights the Wandering Kiwi family had a great year! It’s important to take a moment Continue Reading →
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day around the world
It sometimes seems that everyone is Irish on St Patrick’s Day, or at least wishes they were. The festival of Ireland’s most famous saint is celebrated around the world on Continue Reading →
Italy: If you’ve only got one day in Venice
Obviously I am not actually recommending that you only spend one day in Venice but what if your travel itinerary allows you only enough time for one day in La Continue Reading →
Magical Christmas holiday ideas around the world
Whether you’re dreaming of a white Christmas or a day on the beach, people are already turning their minds to Christmas holidays, so here are some great ideas for those Continue Reading →
10 fun family things to do in the English Lake District
We had a fabulous active week in the Lake District this summer. Whether you are camping, staying in a B&B or a cottage or a hotel, there are so many fun Continue Reading →