Tea is the quintessential British meal, so much so that other languages don’t even have a word for it. And there can be few…
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A circus act in Vienna
“Where am I staying?”, I asked again, with a hint of disbelief. I just wanted to make sure I heard it right the first…
The Szimpla Farmers Market in Budapest
The Szimpla Bar in Budapest is an experience no one visiting Budapest should miss. Housed in the ruins of a historic building in the…
Lesser known museums in Madrid
The central art hub of Madrid, also known as the Golden Triangle is home to the Prado, the Reina Sofia and the Thyssen. These…
A spectacular drive around the Cape Peninsula
The drive around the Cape Peninsula is one of my favourite things to do in Cape Town. In my book, it’s also one of…
The most beautiful café in the world
Budapest is truly one of my favourite cities in Eastern Europe. This city on the banks of the Danube River has a rich and…
A stroll along the Halifax waterfront
Halifax, Nova Scotia. I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. The overwhelming feedback I received from friends who’ve been there was positive. “Ahhh, Halifax…
Experiencing the Twelve Apostles Spa
The Victoria Drive (map) that runs from Cape Town to Hout Bay is one of my favourite drives anywhere in the world. The road…
Things to do in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is my home and my favourite city in the world. I vividly remember the first time I visited Amsterdam in the early 1990’s:…
