I recently visited Lisbon in December, as 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, I couldn’t help noticing that most of the...
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, the answer may be an equally resounding no, especially as there’s already so much to see and do in the rest of Portugal...
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...
At first glance a 30+ hour Spanish ferry crossing may not get your chorizo hard, but think about it for a second…taking a ferry to Spain means your holiday starts much earlier, with the journey across the Bay of Biscay becoming one of the most memorable parts of your trip...
Not only is Lake Garda totally worth visiting, but I think it’s the best Italian lake to visit! Yes, I do love a bold statement, but after spending time in Garda and learning just how blessed it is with activities and things to do for every kind of traveler and budget, I’m...
I love taking ferries to France. I’ve travelled pretty much every route since I first started going there on camping holidays back in the 80’s with my parents. There’s nothing quite like the excitement of it, with the building anticipation of arrival as you gradually...
Welcome to Spain’s geographically blessed, yet architecturally bereft underdog, Santander. The capital city of Cantabria on Spain’s northern coast hasn’t had the best of luck over the years, and as a result probably isn’t the first destination that you think of...
We’ve all stayed in those boring corporate business hotels before, with their beige walls, soulless corridors, and monotone staff. When I go on holiday somewhere I want the hotel to be part of the experience, and I want it to have real character and authenticity.If you share this...
Vienna is blessed when it comes to art museums and galleries to visit, but, if like the Tortoise, you’re a bit of philistine when it comes to art, but you feel compelled to one day plug that gigantic chasm for high culture that exists in your life, then this guide is for you! Nobody...
Hmmm, a post about car rental in Austria…doesn’t sound much like slow travel to me? Well, despite Austria having a truly world-class public transport system, it is rather mountainous, so to reach some of those parts not served by its trains or buses, hiring a car is necessary...