The castles of King Ludwig II
The beautiful Alpine borderlands of southern Bavaria is home to some of Germany’s most loved historic attractions. The forested mountains, with their craggy ridges…
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An architecture walk in Palma de Mallorca
Palma de Mallorca is the capital and largest city of the Balearic Islands in Spain. Located on the fringes of Palma Bay, the city…
Active and Discovery river cruise in France
France is one of my favourite countries in the world to visit. There’s an endless number of experiences for literally every area of interest;…
The Art Cities of Emilia-Romagna
Emilia-Romagna, a region in northern Italy, is a multi-faceted destination with a rich artistic and cultural heritage. For a period spanning more than two…
The spectacular Carrières de Lumières
“A light and sound show?”, I asked, with a hint of disdain. Gayle turned her gaze to me and began to describe the Carrières…
Plane views: Swiss Alps and Lago Maggiore
It’s always a treat to fly across the European Alps on a clear day. The views of the snow-capped mountains, jagged peaks, verdant valleys…
A little gem called Comacchio
Comacchio is a small town tucked away in the eastern corner of Emilia-Romagna, a region in northern Italy (map). Built on 13 islands at…
My Rhône River cruise with Avalon Waterways
A river cruise in France has been on my wish list ever since my first river cruise experience in Europe. With its varied landscapes,…
Street art in Montpellier
Montpellier is a vibrant university city in the south of France (map). It’s definitely one of my favourite cities in France due to its…
