Cathay Pacific have been scooping up awards left and right and centre for their new business class design and, after a comfy twelve hour flight with them, it’s easy to see why. To Hong Kong on the new and back on the old, I managed to compare and contrast side by side flights so to speak to then get back and give you the lowdown.
In the “literary quarter” in Madrid, poetry spills across the streets in flattened golden letters. Bodegas serve cerveza, bitter green olives and fried potato til near the break of dawn. And nuns still keep their silence behind the red brick walls of a nunnery that’s centuries old.
Nelson Mandela’s incredible life is inextricably linked to events that took place in Soweto in South Africa. Accordingly, you’ll find a well signposted Madiba Heritage Trail around the key landmarks in Johannesburg. But what about the rest of Soweto? What is it like to visit this neighbourhood today?
Italian food. There was a time when I couldn’t understand what all the fuss was about, but I can barely remember that now. The moment my train slowed to a stop in Trieste (and, if I’m honest, quite a while before that) my daydreams wandered…
When it comes to breastfeeding on a plane, you can do it, mama! While it’s normal to feel daunted on your first flight, let me share the tips and techniques to make flying with a baby easy.
Don’t overlook this characterful neighbourhood in southwest London. Instead, allow me to show you the best things to do in Kingston Upon Thames, London.
A new addition to the wildly successful Farpoint range, the Osprey Farpoint 65 combines a city slicker wheelie with a useful backpack function. Here, we put it through its paces in this luggage review.
When a state lives by the words Laissez le bon temps rouler, meaning let the good times roll, you know it’s the right place for a road trip.
England’s stunningly honey-stoned Cotswolds bask in their reputation for combining muddy walks with roaring fires and great food at the end of the day.
And while these are great things to do in the Cotswolds, they aren’t the only things.
When it comes to the top attractions in the Cotswolds, you’ll often be guided to the world of Jane Austen and the UNESCO World Heritage Roman Baths in Bath.
And with good reason. Bath remains one of my favourite places to visit in England and, well, the idea of Mr Darcy continues to swoop and swoon around the world.
But that’s not what many who live in England think of the Cotswolds, even if it may be technically true.
A man casts a glance over his shoulder before arching back and casting his line into the water. The street chatter and rush hour traffic drown out the subtle splash but from the look on his face, you’d think he stood alone in the countryside, miles from anyone, miles from anywhere.
Discover the best areas to stay in Lisbon for first timers, couples and young families.
With the right travel toys for toddlers, a flight can switch from misery to merriment for all concerned. Here’s THE best travel toys for toddlers list 2019.
I have a weakness for iconic summits.
So when I learned that the highest and most celebrated mountain in Japan could be climbed within a day, I was there faster than you can say shinkansen…
Striped lighthouses, whaling ports, white churches and the fledgling days of modern America right up to the space race and beyond.
Give Massachusetts two weeks on the open road and she will give you a salty-aired, wide-eyed look at America, with a serving of clam chowder on the side.
After this road trip from Boston, America may seem older. But you’ll feel younger.
Avery Island Louisiana is home to the hot sauce Tobasco and an even better conjuring trick. No, make that two. Here’s how a visit to this island reveals the secret to success.
Looking for some fun facts about Spain and cultural facts about Spain? From the sparkling sea of the Balearic Islands to the mayhem of inner Madrid and a plump supply of UNESCO World Heritage SItes, here’s a collection of interesting and weird facts about Spain that will make you want to visit her even more…
Twinkling on the west of Wales, Pembrokeshire combines wild rugged nature, lurching puffins and druid-y outposts with gourmet food and some luxe accommodation.
Umbria, Cumbria. How one little letter changes muddy, murky mulch into overflowing olive groves.
Andalucia stands apart from Spain at the tip of the Iberian peninsula, drenched in sunshine, snow and, above all else, character. Having spent years exploring this part of the world, here’s the best southern Spain road trip itinerary through Andalucia. An inside guide.
Ah, beautiful, beautiful Wales! Bizarrely overlooked by the rest of the inhabitants on this shared, windswept island, I love the place so much, I’ve made it home. This is the Wales road trip itinerary that I’ve been meaning to write about for years and finally, here it is. Move over muddy sheep on country roads, a Welsh road trip will bring you history, architecture, wild skies and landscapes to set your heart on fire. Here’s how to do it.
Solo travel can be exhilarating, exhausting and emotional. But I’ve always found it worth it. Sometimes, though, you can use a helping hand. So I’ve gathered together some of my favourite quotes for travelling alone, as well as some more practical info to help you on your next solo trip.
When it comes to spending a week in Spain, you’ll find many ways to slice and dice an itinerary. Spain’s a fascinating country with different languages, landscapes and loves. Here’s our inside itinerary for one week in Spain for first timers. Plus, some suggestions for secret spots and the next places to visit…
Wondering how to put together the perfect Hanoi itinerary? Vietnam’s capital seduces through the narrow lanes of its Old Quarter, poignant Ho Chi Minh mausoleum and leafy, well-heeled French Quarter.
Here’s how to spend 3 days in Hanoi, Vietnam’s atmospheric capital city.
Explore the best road trips in Spain and discover the many different characters of the Iberian peninsula.
“Now,” he commands, as I try to ignore the gap where the side of the aeroplane should be, “don’t forget to smile for the camera.”
Are you wondering how you can get off the beaten path in Japan? While Tokyo and Kyoto make great starting points, you’ll find many more alternative places to visit in Japan right here.
Riga’s medieval town centre glistened in the morning sunlight like a child’s box of treasure: cobbled streets with pale pink and blue facades, rough-slated spires and live music from stringed instruments played by lively arms in blooming blouses.
It’s a short but soulful walk along the main street of Canouan Island at midday. The Caribbean sun scorches the tips of the palm leaves, turning them canary yellow and toasted brown as I look up at the clouds.
I’m here by mistake. Two mistakes really.
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