Don’t be surprised to see visitors and locals alike striking all sorts of odd poses in front of The Bean, an iconic art installation in the midd…
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Hong Kong’s Old Town Central
Hong Kong is many things – financial centre, transport hub, tourist mecca – but while its glittering skyline suggests it’s all business, there’s…
Food icons of the USA
Eating in America is not all about supersized sodas and giant hotdogs. Forget the Twinkies and deep-fried Oreos, done well, American food can be a tas…
Behind-the-scenes with a Back-Roads tour leader
As anyone who has ever been on an organised tour knows, having a tour leader who is engaged and passionate, who shows a genuine interest in their gues…
Musings of a Back Roads tour guide
For over twenty-five years, Back Roads Touring has been taking travellers on exciting journeys through Europe. With their road-less-travelled approach…
The three best food streets in Paris
If there’s a way you can possibly do it, try and live in Paris as a local just once in your life. Short term apartment rentals are a great option to s…