Beautiful and Unusual Things To Do in Greece
A collection of beautiful and cultural things to do in Greece, peppered with a bit of soul and a lot of golden olive oil with liberal slabs of feta cheese
Why Rimini Old Town Deserves Your Time: Italy’s Historic Coast
“Talking about dreams is like talking about movies. Years can pass in a second, and you can hop from one place to another.”
How to Enjoy Madrid’s Literary Quarter – The Gorgeous Barrio de Las Letras
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.
The Best Things to do in Kingston Upon Thames, London
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.
The New Orleans Road Trip Planner: Your Louisiana Road Trip
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.
Alternative and Unusual Things to Do in the Cotswolds
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.
The 10 Best Areas to Stay in Lisbon, Portugal
Discover the best areas to stay in Lisbon for first timers, couples and young families.
How to Climb Mt Fuji in One Day (And Why You Should)
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…
Your Perfect New England Road Trip Itinerary: Plan a Road Trip From Boston
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.
The Tabasco Factory Tour: Louisiana’s Hottest Attraction
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.
Unusual Things to do in Pembrokeshire, Wales, The Land of Coastal Beauty
Twinkling on the west of Wales, Pembrokeshire combines wild rugged nature, lurching puffins and druid-y outposts with gourmet food and some luxe accommodation.
The Best Southern Spain Road Trip Itinerary Through Fiery Andalucia
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.
The Best Wales Road Trip Itinerary With Map
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.
How to Spend a Perfect Week in Spain
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…
How to Spend 3 Days in Hanoi: Your Perfect Hanoi Itinerary
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.
The Best Road Trips in Spain and Their Self-Drive Itineraries
Explore the best road trips in Spain and discover the many different characters of the Iberian peninsula.
How to Get Off the Beaten Path in Japan: the Best Alternative Destinations
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.
How to Spend Three Days in Riga, Latvia’s Art Nouveau Masterpiece
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.
7 Unusual Things To Do in France
From the peeling paint of countryside farmhouses to the sweet sugar of macarons, the bright lights of dazzling Paris to the snow-powdered wooden chalets that speckle around the ski resorts, it seems there are plenty of reasons why more people travel to France than any other country in the world.
7 Cool and Unusual Things To Do in Vancouver: Your Inside Guide
Enjoy plenty of cool and unusual things to do in Vancouver with our inside guide. And have more fun than you thought possible in the so-called “no fun city.”
How to Spend 4 Days in Paris
If you’re wondering what to do in Paris in 4 days, I’ve put together the ultimate guide with more than 30 things to see in Paris. Get ready to savour the City of Lights with this 4 day Paris itinerary.
Why You Should Travel To “The Faraway Place” In New England
Compact and picturesque in charcoal grey and deep-sea blue, the island of Nantucket once hosted the astronauts of their time: the whaling captains who inspired Moby Dick.
They ruled the marine world, trading in risk, adventure and wealth. And then something happened.
How to Spend Two Days in Singapore- An Itinerary for Curious People
How should you spend two days in Singapore, this small but succulent city-state? Spend one day among the top attractions. Then the other exploring the places tourists just don’t know. Welcome to our Singapore itinerary.
Is Petra Worth Visiting? These Petra Facts Will Help You Decide
Dust rose from the ground as the horse thundered past and the sun began its ablutions. It painted pinks and pomegranates, amber, pistachio, charcoal and soft apricot rust across the walls of Petra before calling it a day and turning in for an early night…
17 Authentic and Unusual Things To Do in Portugal: A Country with a Divided Soul
Welcome to a land of World Heritage Sites, hidden coves, and fiendishly tasty pastries.
How to Spend Two Days in Cologne, Germany’s Fun Loving City
With a striking spire and a name for men’s perfume, Cologne is Germany’s fun-loving, bohemian, good time city. Here’s how to spend two days in Cologne.
Barcelona Off the Beaten Path: Hidden Gems from Locals
Can you spend 3 days in Barcelona and sidestep overtourism? Armed with the right knowledge, of course you can!
What to Do in the Amazon Rainforest
It’s a dream destination for many of us. But once you’re on the ground, leaves fluttering overhead, glittering eyes in the dark, what is there to do in the Amazon Rainforest?
