39 Interesting Facts About France
From gastronomy to geese to good old-fashioned guillotines, I love delving into my archive of interesting facts about France.
French Drinking Toasts: How to Say Cheers in Paris
Santé! That’s the quickest way to say cheers in French. But French drinking toasts are more complex than that. Get it wrong and you face seven years of bad sex luck, according to tradition.
Here’s an inside guide to toasting your French friends
Tel Aviv in Two Days – An Itinerary for Israel’s Second Largest City
Guest writer Cacinda Maloney shares her perfect itinerary and guide to two days in Tel Aviv.
The Best Churros in Madrid at the Oldest Chocolatería
From the shadows of the oldest chocolatería in Madrid to the bright lights at night, we bring you the best churros in Spain’s capital. Out of a sense of duty, obviously.
7 Unusual Things To Do in Menorca
Enjoy this handpicked collection of unusual things to do in Menorca: a fascinating Balearic island.
150+ Best Short Travel Quotes for Your Instagram Captions
Sometimes, less is more. Here is our collection of the best short travel quotes in the world.
One Day in Bergen, Norway: Your Gateway to the Fjords
Enjoy our inside guide to Norway’s second largest city.
The Secret of the Käsestrasse, Austria’s Road of Cheese
The hills are alive with the sound of cheese! The Kasestrasse translates to cheese road but it’s actually a vast trail of tradition, culture and innovation. A great route for foodies and off the beaten track experience in West Austria.
The 21 Best Things to do in Kalamata, Greece
Kalamata, you beauty, you. You’re not all about the olives. But they are some of the world’s best. With the towering green Taygetos mountain range, long seafront expanse and atmospheric old streets, it’s a wonder more people don’t know about you
The Surprise You’ll Find in Comacchio in Italy
Welcome to the secret little spot of Comacchio in Italy and this inside guide that will show you history, gorgeous buildings and something of a surprise.
What You Need to Know about the Ravenna Mosaics in Italy
Dazzling rather than drab and steeped in salacious history, the mosaics in Ravenna are some of the best mosaics in the world.
What is the National Dish of Thailand?
Thailand just may have one of the best cuisines in the world. But with so many flavours on offer, what is actually Thailand ‘s national dish?
What to Eat in Graz: Your Guide to Austria’s Foodie City
Ah, beautiful Graz. A city that’s worth falling in love with for so many reasons, but it’s the Graz restaurants that will have you falling hard and fast.
The Best Dive Resorts in the Maldives
A place where every dive tells a unique story of adventure and conservation.
Berlin in One Day: The 24 Hours in Berlin Itinerary
If you only have one day in Berlin, it’s best to make the most of it. With a world of history that shook the world, an explosion of creativity and arguably the best sausages you’ll ever find, it’s time to narrow things down. Here’s how to build your 24 hours in Berlin itinerary.
The Best Things to do in Nan, North Thailand’s Overlooked Province
Enjoy the secret side of Thailand with this guide to the best things to do in Nan.
The Best Zika Free Babymoon Destinations
Here’s a complete guide to the best zika-free babymoon destinations so that you can relax and enjoy your trip.
Lech in Summer: the Green Ring of Austria
Lech Zürs am Arlberg is a small place that attracts big names to its ski slopes. The Jordanian Royal Family. Formerly, Princess Diana. But summer in Lech is often overlooked. New flavours, traditional herb walks and innovative art installations spice up these hiking routes in Austria. Locals call it “the door to pure nature.”
The Best Things to do in Chiavenna, Italy
Enjoy our inside guide to the charming city of Chiavenna in northern Italy.
Is Sarasota worth visiting? Your guide to one of Florida’s best cities
If you’re wondering whether Sarasota is worth visiting then wonder no more. Give this city pride of place on your Florida bucket list as one of the jewels of the state.
What’s the difference between a swamp and a bayou? And why it matters in New Orleans
Searching for the best swamp tours in New Orleans? You’ve come to the right place! As a travel writer, I’ve reviewed plenty, so here are my top tips.
The Real Pride Rock in Kenya: How You Can Visit
Is there a real life Pride Rock? You bet there is. Head on safari in Kenya to catch up with the real Simba and Scar.
The Best Things to Do in Bordeaux with Kids
Bordeaux is steeped in culture, making it a great place to explore with little ones.
What is the Nickname for New Orleans?
Starting with the Big Easy, let’s explore all those smashing New Orleans nicknames.
The Madaba Mosaics Jordan – Making the Broken Beautiful Again
Madaba is famous for its mosaics. Or, rather, the Madaba mosaics are famous.
This small town in Jordan, nineteen miles southwest of Amman and on the Kings Highway, smells of cardamom, rosewater and ancient sighs. It earns its place on the map of the world today with a map of the world from yesterday: one of the oldest maps of the Holy Land, built out of two million pieces and embedded in the floor of the Saint George Greek Orthodox Church.
Secret Venice: how to get off the beaten track and find hidden gems in Venice
Venice has a tempestuous love affair with the world. Millions of adoring fans visit La Serenissima each year, lured by the sirens of the Adriatic. Perhaps I’ve spent too much time squashed on the London Underground, but…
7 Quirky and Unusual Things To Do in Germany
Germany attracts repeat visitors through an intoxicating mix of sweet gingerbread and beer. But there’s so much more to it than that…
17 Train Photography Ideas for Your Next Trip
Go from bland to Bond with these easy-peasy tips for how to take good photos of trains. It’s the inside train photography guide, moving trains included.