If you have a passing interest in history (either medieval or modern), great food and drink, pretty French villages and towns, or picturesque coastlines, you’ll find many worthwhile places to visit in Normandy. It’s suitable for Paris day-trippers, camping holidays with the kids, and romantic city breaks alike, but with so many charming towns to check...
Foodies are in for a treat in Lisbon, where every meal feels like a celebration of Portugal’s culinary heritage. From upscale dining experiences to humble, hole-in-the-wall eateries, this is a city with high food standards. You don’t need to overthink your choices too much either, as pointing to almost anything on the menu will likely yield something hearty, refined...
Last year I visited Lisbon in December. I was looking for a European city break with decent weather for that time of year. I was blown away by the Portuguese capital, and I totally understand why it is so popular. While I was there though, most of the voices I heard on the streets were not Portuguese, yet I was in visiting Lisbon in winter. I got the distinct...
Visiting Fatima Is Fatima worth visiting? Well, for many Catholics the answer will be a resounding yes, but for those who are neither religious nor particularly spiritual, there are more aspects to consider, especially as there’s already so much to see and do in the rest of Portugal. The thing is, visiting Fatima requires a bit of effort, as it’s around...
When planning a trip to Sicily, Taormina often tops the list of must-visit destinations. Known for its stunning views of the Ionian Sea, its ancient Greek theatre, and picturesque streets, it has long been a magnet for tourists seeking out out ‘la dolce vita’ in Sicily. But is Taormina really worth visiting? If you’re on the fence about adding it to your...
So, you’re considering taking a ferry to Spain from the UK instead of flying? Great choice! For many travellers, the journey across the English Channel and Bay of Biscay becomes an unforgettable part of their Spanish adventure. Whether you’re looking to skip the hassle of airports, bring your car along for the ride, or simply enjoy the sea breeze and endless horizons...
Despite their reputation as the poor man of transport, buses and coaches are the unsung heroes of budget-friendly European travel. They connect remote villages, charming towns, and bustling cities, often at unbeatable prices. But booking bus travel in Europe isn’t always the easiest thing to do, due to outdated websites, glitchy apps, and confusing (or non...
This may be a bold statement, but I think Lake Garda is the best Italian lake to visit. Not only is it spectacularly beautiful, with a wonderfully unhurried vibe, it is also blessed with plethora activities and things to do which will appeal to every kind of traveler and budget. Be it families, couples, history lovers, foodies, and even adrenaline junkies, you have...
After my posts about Grüner Veltliner and Riesling, it’s time to dive into some reds, and the silverback of all wines, Cabernet Sauvignon! To be honest, it’s not the best wine to introduce wine newbies to, because it has some pretty intense flavours and tannins (tannin makes your mouth feel dry), and it’s often pretty high in alcohol too. It’s...
As part of my ongoing series of wine guides, it’s time to cover the sometimes misunderstood, yet wonderfully diverse Riesling. Riesling is one of my favourite wines because it is so expressive (it has strong flavours and smells), so it opened up the world of wine to me, enabling me to pick out some of its key characteristics pretty early, and so giving me a...