Regardless of personal faith, visiting the world’s great churches is high on most travel to-do lists. The stirring stroll through St Peter’s Square to tour the Renaissance wonder of St Peter’s Basili…
Discover funky Paris
It almost doesn’t matter where you stay in Paris; you’re in Paris after all. But with a little homework, you can enhance the experience of being in the world’s most loved city just t…
Cannes is much more than movie stars
The red carpet has probably done Cannes a disservice. As a first time visitor, even in the off season, you can see this icon of the French Riveria is set up to accommodate thousands of people passing…
Scenic’s fairytale cruise on the Rhine and Moselle
It is like wandering through the pages of a fairytale book or living the lyrics of a romantic poem. The enchanting Black Forest, the fabled allure of the Rhine, stunning riverside castles, hamlets set…
The best self-drive holiday destinations around the world
Traffic and parking nightmares rightly dissuade visitors from renting a car in densely packed urban areas like London, where you’ll have to pay dearly to enter the Congestion Zone. But you’ll definite…
Going with the flow in Venice
Rumours of the death of Venice may have been exaggerated, but this former maritime city-state is certainly in danger of being loved to death, particularly under the rising tide of 30 million visitors …
This is what makes a holiday unforgettable
There are of course many factors that contribute to the perfect holiday. Gorgeous scenery, delightful surprises, making new friends, quality food and wine and indulging in the experiences of a lifetim…
How to navigate Venice
The watery wonderland of Venice isn’t your typical city when it comes to getting around. Spread across 118 small islands, this perennial favourite amongst travellers requires some prior knowledge if…
Europe’s best Christmas markets
Experiencing a snow-dusted Christmas market as you stroll through a cobblestone square is a treasured memory for many a European traveller. Soaking in the enchanting atmosphere of historic town centre…
Where to spend a white Christmas
There is something magical about experiencing a white Christmas. And thinking about where you’d like to see that snow falling is part of the fun when planning your winter getaway. Here are five places…