Whale-watching in the Azores
Nine green dots in the vastness of the Atlantic Ocean, the Azores are currently considered one of the best places for whale-watching in the…
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The stunning fortified town of Peñíscola
Peñíscola is a beach town near Valencia with a stunning medieval centre built atop a rocky peninsula, complete with a lighthouse, ancient fortress, cobbletone…
Enchanting spots: Dolmabahçe Palace, Istanbul
The Dolmabahçe Palace in Istanbul graces the shoreline of the Bosphorus and is an awe-inspiring showcase of the immense wealth of the Ottoman Empire….
A day trip to Capri
Capri is a rocky island situated at the mouth of the Gulf of Naples. I visited the island on a day-trip from Positano on…
Plane views: Valencia
Valencia is Spain’s third-largest city. Located on the Mediterranean Sea, Valencia is a city of fabulous contrasts: from its futuristic City of Arts and…
The treasures of Morella
Morella is a medieval town in the province of Castellón, Spain, approximately 180 km north of the city of Valencia. There are few walled…
An aerial experience of Europe
One of the great joys of living in Europe is being in such close proximity to a great diversity of people, cultures, history and…
An architectural marvel in Valencia
The City of Arts and Sciences is a string of stunning architectural jewels in the centre of the Spanish city of Valencia (map). Designed…
Plane views: Paris
Seeing Paris from a plane window is always a treat. Not only is it easy to recognise some of the city’s most famous landmarks…
