The Cruce Andino lake crossing from Puerto Varas to Bariloche – a page from my Travel Journal Puerto Montt lies about halfway between Punta…
Velvet Escape travel blog
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…
Fourteen mountains for the most breathtaking city views
There’s nothing more spectacular than a city with an imposing skyline and a nearby mountain-top from which to enjoy the view. There’s just something…
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…
Spectacular Queenstown scenery
Queenstown (map) is a true gem in New Zealand’s crown of scenic destinations. The town is a favourite among nature-lovers, skiers and snowboarders, as…
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…
