Pézenas is a historic town located in the Hérault region of southern France. It was just by chance that I ‘discovered’ this lovely town…
Velvet Escape travel blog
Amsterdam’s cinematic jewel
The Tuschinski Theater, Amsterdam’s most beautiful and historically significant cinema, is a masterpiece of architectural flair and cultural heritage. Located in the city centre,…
History and nature: A Northern Germany road trip
Exploring Germany by car is always a good idea, in my book. The roads are great and toll-free, and there are many road trip…
Things to see in Monopoli
Monopoli, a picturesque coastal town in Puglia, southern Italy, is a lovely port town that’s often overlooked by visitors. With its whitewashed buildings, ancient…
Zaanse Schans: a picturesque glimpse into Dutch ingenuity
Zaanse Schans is a picture perfect open-air museum in the countryside near Amsterdam (map). Whenever I have friends or family visiting me for the…
Amsterdam School architecture: where art meets function
Amsterdam is famous around the world for its UNESCO World Heritage listed canals and its beautiful, gabled canal houses. The city is also known…
George Town: a fusion of cultures and architectural elegance
George Town, the capital of Penang, is one of my favourite cities to visit in Malaysia. I’ve been there many times and the city…
Exploring Tarragona
Tarragona is a historic port city on the northeastern coast of Spain, southwest of Barcelona. The city is a hidden gem that offers visitors…
The carpets of Changi Airport
Changi Airport Singapore is my favourite airport… by far. One of the busiest international airports in the world, Changi often tops lists of the…
