With the cool weather now settled in, thoughts of spring are never far away and in the nation’s capital, that means one thing for garden lovers. And it’s not just Canberrans … the million bulbs that s…
Canada’s polar bears & beluga whales
With erect ears and twitching noses inquisitively probing the air, the locals were curious. On their annual migration to the ice-filled northern reaches of the Arctic in search of food, ‘polar b…
French decadence in the Loire Valley
It is a living museum showcasing the decadence of the Renaissance. Incredible chateaux replete with artworks by the Masters, intricate tapestries and ornate furniture, gold, silver and lace; these pre…
30 must-see gardens in ‘America’s Garden Capital’
Quaker farmer John Bartram laid roots in Philadelphia’s first botanical garden in 1728 on the banks of the Schuylkill River. Known as ‘botanist to the king’, Bartram himself could not have predicted t…
The Butchart Gardens – worth travelling for
It began as a labour of love over 100 years ago – an abandoned mine and the eye-sore it left behind was too much to bear for one woman. Determined to transform the desolate landscape, she starte…
Visit the Chelsea Flower Show
The Chelsea Flower Show is much more than a stunning annual celebration of all things horticulture, it’s a botanical extravaganza. Showcasing the best in garden design and boasting stunning disp…
Review of Scenic Gem on the Seine
What makes the perfect holiday? Top notch service with a touch of pampering, plenty of time for fun and relaxation and of course, the chance to visit new and exciting places. These are the hallmarks o…
Visit Monet’s Home and Garden
There’s something very humbling about quite literally stepping into history. To stand on the very spot where the great masters of art immortalised the same scene you’re looking at is an in…
Discover a French botanical masterpiece
Touring France’s Loire Valley is a journey through the decadence of the Renaissance. Incredible chateaux lavishly outfitted with artworks by the masters, intricate tapestries and ornate furniture, gol…
Singapore for families
When it comes to a family holiday, there are certain requirements to be met for everyone to have a good time. What appeals to the parents, won’t always be a selling point for the kids. For them it’s…