“To my mind, the greatest reward and luxury of travel is to be able to experience everyday things as if for the first time, to be in a position in which almost nothing is so familiar it is taken for granted.” ― Bill Bryson
Wrap yourself up with an overcoat and scarf, get a steaming cup of Glühwein between your mittens and soak up some Christmas cheer with a tour of London’s Christmas markets.
It turns out that the best reviewed French toast in Paris can be found at a quintessentially hip Italian cafe. For a pain perdu brunch you won't soon forget, make sure you stop by Big Love in Paris.
How many steps to Palamidi Fortress? More than enough. I'm not one for strenuous activity but when there's an epic view involved, I make an exception. This exception was well worth the sweat.
Nafplio (Greece) has long been a favourite holiday destination for Athenians escaping the city in the summertime. Nestled in a nook in the Peloponnese, this quiet seaside town will quickly win you over.
Bustling, vibrant, sprawling, exciting—Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City is a haven for those who love that big city feel!
With dozens of tour operators and hundreds of dollars to be spent, planning a trip out on Vietnam’s Bai Tu Long Bay can be incredibly stressful. And yet, once you feel brisk sea air on your face and see the famous limestone towers, you’ll instantly forget why you were worried in the first place.
Wander amazed through the Ancient Town of Hoi An at night as its lit almost entirely by lanterns. Considered something of a time machine, Hoi An’s architecture reflects its roots as a Vietnamese fishing village, ancient Chinese sanctuary and old world European trading port.
Two weeks in Vietnam? Start in chaotic Ho Chi Minh City, set up beachside in Da Nang, explore old world beauty in Hoi An, marvel at limestone formation from an old junk boat and then end your journey in Ha Noi, where the bahn mi cannot be beat!
This 12th century abbey was once one of England’s largest and most prosperous. That is, until 1536 when Henry VIII ordered the Dissolution of the Monasteries. Over the following centuries, Fountains Abbey was slowly reclaimed by nature.
A road trip through the Scottish Highlands is the only way to explore its diverse and dramatic landscape of vast, flat fields, rocky crags, silvery lochs and distant snowy peaks.
On my road trip from England to Scotland, I spent a day in Kirkby Stephen - a tiny country town on the way to the Lake District. It was the most refreshing reminder of the importance of slowing down from time to time.
London is best explored by foot - slowly and with curious eyes. There are surprises around every corner, as my latest London walk confirmed. Beginning at Postman’s Park and ending at St. Dunstan in the East Church Gardens, I encountered many beautiful gardens and buildings along the way.
A visit to Kew Gardens is always a good idea! There is so much to see and do at these expansive botanical gardens - and you’ll love every moment of exploration - but be sure not to miss these highlights!
From where to stay and what to eat, to things to see and bars that cannot be missed - read through my Rome city guide for everything you need to know about beautiful Roma.
From french onion soup and duck confit to cream-filled eclairs and crisp macarons, these are the Parisian eateries that won’t disappoint.
On my second visit to Paris, I was able to spend more time enjoying the different flavours of Paris. Read on to find some of the best things to see and do (and eat) in Paris.
For authentic tacos in the Danish capital, make sure you head to Hija De Sanchez on your next visit to Copenhagen.
Eclectic art galleries, trendy marketplaces, imposing castles, lush greenery and of course, The Little Mermaid, Copenhagen is effortlessly chic.
Perfectly crisp on the outside with sweet cream fillings, Odette Paris’s choux a la créme pastries deserve every ounce of the fanfare they are receiving online!
If you're holidaying on a shoestring, the Greek Islands are less than ideal. But it can be done. Read how to plan a holiday in Greece.
