I've always loved my time in Germany, primarily spent in Frankfurt and Mainz but I've also been fortunate to have visited other parts of the country including Heidelberg (famous for its old castle) and Munich, known world over for its Oktoberfest. This famous beer festival held annually in Munich, is not just about savoring fine brews and delicious food; it’s also a celebration of Bavarian culture and tradition. A significant part of this … [Read more...]
Wild Beaches vs Town Beaches vs nudist Beaches in Catalonia
Catalonia has 580 kilometres (360 miles) of coastline which can be characterised as town and city or wild natural with very different types of beaches to cater for all preferences. City and town beaches are typically closely regulated beaches (no smoking on the beach, no nudity, no motorised watercraft, no dogs) but have services such as public toilets, showers, lifeguards and sometimes locker facilities. Behind the beach you will often see … [Read more...]
Celebrating Dutch Heritage Aboard Holland America Line
Cruises are often a great way to indulge in a variety of cuisines from around the globe, and this year, Holland America Line has dedicated a day aboard each of its cruise ship sailings to honor the Dutch culinary scene: Dutch Day. Holland America celebrated a landmark 150th birthday last year and recently created special menu items and collaborations with iconic brands, including Daelmans Stroopwafels and Lindt & Sprüngli … [Read more...]
Paris Guide- Hidden Gems
Paris syndrome is so real. Although it seems pretty extreme if you look it up online, with symptoms listed such as delusion, hallucination and even vomiting, I just mean that when I first arrived I was a bit confused over what all the fuss was about, and I can see how it can be a bit of a shock when things don’t seem like they do in the movies. I honestly can’t remember much at all from the first few months of when I moved to Paris in September … [Read more...]
How to live like a king – or Queen – at Thornbury Castle
On the approach to Thornbury Castle its already apparent that we’re in for a memorable experience in this little corner near the Cotswolds and Welsh borders. Believed to be the UK’s only Tudor Castle where you can stay the night, this Relais & Chateaux Hotel is one of the finest examples of the way Tudor housing trends transformed from fortress to palace. Once owned by Henry VIII – acquired in the bloodiest of fashions from the Edward … [Read more...]
Montserrat, Spain – Extraordinary day trip from Barcelona – a full guide
Montserrat, Spain - Extraordinary day trip from Barcelona - a full guide - will help anyone planning to visit this place! It's a breathtaking location about 50km from the lively city of Barcelona, in the Catalan countryside. A Benedictine monk retreat and art museum, set against a backdrop of multi-peaked mountains. This post blends both useful info for going there and also my personal memoirs of visiting Montserrat, to fire your … [Read more...]
Nature and hiking adventure day trips and mini-breaks from Barcelona
Catalonia has incredibly green natural parks. Unlike the southern parts of Spain (which can be a savannah type landscape) the natural spaces in Catalonia have much greater bio-diversity with some beautiful forests, mountains, deltas and coastline ideal for hiking, nature and adventure escapes. Easy hiking for beginners and families with young children in Collserola park Behind Barcelona is the sierra de Collserola mountain range and the 84.65 … [Read more...]
5 Activities Not To Miss In Bergen, Norway
Bergen is the perfect Norwegian weekend travel destination whether you are looking to visit in summer or winter. Cruise ship visitors might have a fast in and out trip, but for the independent visitor what are the top 5 things to make sure you do over the course of a weekend? Bryggen First off is the very photogenic traditional Hanseatic Wharf area Bryggen where you can wander around many wooden built buildings. Whether you want to shop for … [Read more...]
Hotel Football scores highly with this fan
It’s been more than 30 years since I last cheered on my football team at their home ground. After growing up as a regular visitor to Old Trafford in Salford, life then just got in the way and I now support them from afar (as many a Manchester United fan is besmirched for doing!) Unless you’re in possession of a season ticket – or a very large bank account(!) - having the opportunity to see them once again play on the hallowed turf of the … [Read more...]
7 Hidden Gems in Slovenia: Exploring Off the Beaten Path
Slovenia is one of the world's most in-depth countries in terms of its diversity, but at the same time, it is one of the smallest, with it taking as little as 3 hours to drive across. For such a small size, it is a country that doesn’t disappoint. Although it has its popular attractions like Lake Bled or tourist city escapes like Ljublijana, it does have its little hidden gems that don’t attract as high numbers but are equally beautiful in … [Read more...]
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