The most popular islands in the Greek Cyclades
Greece is undoubtedly one of the most gifted countries in the world when it comes to sun, fun and natural beauty. Whether you want to laze around on a picture-perfect 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.
Cycling the Monsal Trail in Derbyshire, England
Offering sweeping views of the Derby Dales, exciting viaducts and tunnels, interesting history and excellent food options, the Monsal Trail really is the perfect family bike ride! The Monsal Trail Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
Exploring past and present in Bucharest, Romania
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 →
A walking tour of Vieux Lyon, France
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 →
Planning your seasonal break to Prague, Czech Republic
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
The puppetry arts are an ancient creative form, with archaeological evidence from early civilisations, and although some people may think it ‘old hat’, in parts of the world special artists 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 →
Wandering in romantic Verona, Italy
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 →
Ski holidays with young children in Morzine, France
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 →
A wandering weekend in Athens, Greece
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 →