Top 10 Sights of Salzburg
In 1997, the charming city of Salzburg won the recognition it truly deserves by being designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city behind the Sound of Music, home of … Continue reading
Europe’s Most Luxurious Ski Resorts
A fresh drift of powder sprinkling the mountains is a magical sight and if you’re seeing it with a crisp glass of Champagne in hand, it’s even better. Living the … Continue reading
Munich Beyond the Oktoberfest
The words Munich and the Oktoberfest are synonymous, but there is more to this European city than steins of beer. If you find yourself amongst the five million people that … Continue reading
New Low-Cost Airline Routes to Try in Autumn / Winter 2012
Year after year Europe gets more and more accessible as the UK’s low cost airlines open up new routes to new destination. If you’re looking for destination inspiration, here are … Continue reading
Verona: Italy’s Most Romantic City
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, and home of to some of the most dramatic opera you can see, Verona has all of the … Continue reading
City De-stress: Top 5 London Day Spas
The idea of a spa weekend is a luxury many of us don’t have the time to enjoy. However, with a host of day spas nestled within London and primed … Continue reading
Top 5 UK Best Theme Parks
Whether you take the kids or the kid inside you, a trip to a theme park always promises to be a thrilling day out. From state of the art rides … Continue reading
Cornish Cuisine: Dishes to Try
There are few places in the UK that have a culinary identity as strong as Cornwall. Nestled in the most southwestern corner of England, Cornwall’s location on the peninsula has … Continue reading
London’s Top Free Attractions
“I’d love to go to London… but it’s so expensive.” It’s a phrase I’ve heard a lot and it can work out to be true if you spend your time … Continue reading
Finding Romance in Rome
With opulence dripping off every street corner, from fancy fountains to marble-clad streets, Rome is undeniably one of the world’s greatest and most romantic cities. And that makes it one … Continue reading
Exquisite Villas in the South of France
The beauty of being in Europe is that you don’t need to travel very far to find the perfect holiday location. South of France has for many years been a … Continue reading
Unusual Places to Stay in England
Tired of booking the same type of self-catering accommodation for your staycation? Try one of these unusual places for your next break in the UK. 1. Haven Meadows Yurt Camp, … Continue reading
An Introduction to Madrid’s Tapas Scene
Many people think that tapas are nothing more than a collection of tiny bar nibbles, but in Spain they are integral part of the country’s social life. While Barcelona has … Continue reading
Don’t Want to Mess with the Olympic Crowds? Enjoy the Empty Streets of London
The countdown is well and truly on. London 2012 is so close we can almost touch it, and it looks set to consume the city. However, the Olympics aren’t for … Continue reading
24 Hours in Barcelona: 5 Things NOT To Do
Based on most cruise itineraries, your port stop in Barcelona is unlikely to give you more than a day to explore the sights of this amazing city. To maximize the … Continue reading
7 Downton Abbey Themed Tearooms
Afternoon tea has been a British institution since the 7th Duchess of Bedford, Anna Russell, decided to take tea and a light snack to overcome “that sinking feeling” in the middle of … Continue reading
8 Italian Cooking Courses for Garlic Lovers
Think of Italy and images of food don’t follow too far behind. Italy is a country rich in dishes that have a broad regional variance, but one aspect of their … Continue reading
10 Irresistible Paris Pastries (and Where to Eat them)
Millions of tourists flock to Paris’ scenic streets each year, many in search of the perfect shot of the Eiffel Tower. For food lovers, they have the opportunity to taste … Continue reading
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