Seven classic Italian beach escapes
Italy is one of the premier luxury beach destinations in Europe, with an outstanding reputation that spans centuries. During the Roman times, the Emperors…
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The wonders of Ravenna
Ravenna is a small, historic town in the Italian region of Emilia-Romagna. Located close to the Adriatic Sea, the town can trace its history…
Five classic views of London
London is a huge city and looks magnificent from high locations.In the past decades, many skyscrapers have sprung up across London, some of which…
Wildlife in Valencia
Valencia is Spain’s third-largest city after Madrid and Barcelona. Famed for its historic Old Town and its expansive beaches, Valencia also lays claim to…
The thing with love locks
The Staalmeester drawbridge that crosses the Groenburgwal canal is one of my favourite spots in Amsterdam. I always make it a point to bring…
Impressions of Marseille
Marseille is France’s second largest city and is located on the Mediterranean coast. Blessed with a mild climate and a stunning natural harbour, Marseille…
One big happy Mercado
“Crisis? In Mercado de San Miguel, the crisis is far, far away”. I smiled. I knew exactly what she meant. I stood there, at…
A sea of tulips
Seeing the tulips fields in Holland is one of my favourite things to do in spring. Many people ask me where and when to…
The historic baths of Budapest
A trip to Budapest will not be complete without a visit to at least one of its historic thermal baths. It’s said that the…
