Meet Montsoreau: A Petite Loire Village
Let your sights linger on the Loire River a few seconds too long and the little French village of Montsoreau will pass you by. Located in the Loire region where … Continue reading
Urbino: Sample an Authentic Slice of Italian Life
Urbino is not on the radar of most tourists, which is what makes this magical city one of Italy’s best treasures. When you tire of the crowds in Rome and … Continue reading
St Albans: Where Roman Ruins Meet 21st Century Britain
“There’s an ancient Roman city just 20 minutes outside of London?” Although Britain is well known for its vast history, many people are surprised to learn that over 2,000 years … Continue reading
Liverpool – The Birthplace of the Beatles
A vibrant city by any measure, Liverpool is a place where the phenomenon of The Beatles continues to serve as one of the city’s biggest tourist draws. From the locations … Continue reading
Hackney: London’s Hipster Scene Seeps Deeper into the East End
Poverty. Petty Crime. Prostitution. Not too long ago, the East End of London languished under a cloud of sinister stereotypes. Noxious fumes from industry, over-crowded workhouses, slums and slaughterhouses all defined … Continue reading
Slow Travel in the Loire Valley
Contrary to popular belief, indie travel isn’t one long vacation. Figuring out routes, finding places to sleep, keeping an eye on your budget, and trying to do all the things … Continue reading
Europe’s Best Value Destinations for 2013
Wondering where will offer the best value in Europe this year? Thanks to the Post Office Travel Money’s annual Worldwide Holiday Costs Barometer you don’t need to sift through the … Continue reading
UK’s Top Spots (According to Trip Advisor Travellers)
Trip Advisor is a travel phenomenon that has reinvented how we research our holidays. Even though we continue to take advice from travel agents, guidebooks and friends, more often we … Continue reading
Set Yourself A Fitness Challenge for 2013
Getting fit is an aspiration of many, particularly as the calendar rolls from December to January, but without a goal to aim for, the vast majority of people who make … Continue reading
5 Best Travel Destinations for 2013
In the eternal quest to discover a new corner of the already travel saturated globe or manage a genuine cultural exchange, finding that elusive hot spot for next year’s break … Continue reading
7 Classic British Comfort Foods
If the Brits know anything about food, it’s how to serve up winter warmers. As a place that sees more than its fair share of wind, rain and gray skies, … Continue reading
Join in London’s Gin Revival
From its origins as a restorative medicine to the stigma of ‘mother’s ruin’, a phrase coined during the gin craze, there is no doubt that this botanical drink has had … Continue reading
7 Simple Steps for Making the Most of Europe’s Low-Cost Airlines
€20 to fly from Barcelona to Rome? If you’ve traveled through Europe in recent years you’ll have quickly come to realize that flying is one of the cheapest ways to … Continue reading
Porto Highlights: Winter Sun in Portugal’s Second Biggest City
The Algarve is a classic British summer sun spot, but Portugal is one of Western Europe’s hottest countries all year round. It may be relatively small in size compared to … Continue reading
Croatia: One of the Hottest Destinations for Winter Sun
It’s official, Croatia is one of the hottest destinations for winter sun – this beautiful part of Europe has seen a 23% increase in British visitors in the past year, … Continue reading
Best Haunted Stays
Short days, long nights and a near perpetual film of fog, winter is the perfect time for making the hairs stand up on the back of your neck with tales … Continue reading
Why Living in a Troglodyte Cave Might be Good for you
“I’m going to France to live in a cave,” I declared to my friends and family. It was the heart of winter and my loved ones rolled their eyes, passing … Continue reading
Top 10 Tips for Seeing Paris on a Budget
Snagging a cheap flight or making the most of the Eurostar’s cheap deals, getting to Paris can cost next to nothing. Seeing the city, however, can feel like another matter. … Continue reading
Romantic Castles for a Winter Retreat
Winter is definitely a time to retreat indoors, but if your own home isn’t inspiring the right blend of romance, consider a weekend break. And if you’re searching for a … Continue reading
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