Cultural faux pas around the world
I've mentioned before that I strongly believe when travelling abroad, even for a short time, it's good to familiarise yourself beforehand with some of...
Pike Place Market and The Gum Wall – Seattle
Apart from the Space Needle, Seattle's other prominent destination (and landmark) is the Public Market Center - or Pike Place Market. I'd seen it...
Peneda Gerês National Park – Portugal. A perfect day trip from Porto
**My trip was arranged for me by Oporto Tours, specialists in this region, in order...
Naxos, Greece – Things to Do
Being based in Greece, I am blessed with a choice of islands. And so I decided...
Where to discover Slovenia nature – Krajinski Park Lahinja
During my first trip to the Balkan country of Slovenia, where I stayed at the...
Unique London Walking Tours – with a social conscience
I've lived in London in the past, but when you live in or are from a place, you don't really see it. That's why...
Luxury Vacation Rental in London
I'd already stayed in a luxury vacation rental in London before with FG Properties. They offer a range of apartments to suit all requirements....
Selections from Luxury
Luxury accommodation in Lefkada island – Greece: Sappho Boutique Suites
Those of you familiar with Greece and her islands will know that the country is riddled with myths and legends. Lefkada, in the Ionian...
Little Venice – Discover an alternative side of London with Boutique Barges
**Post updated JUN18**
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My hometown in the west country of the UK has barges along the...
Selections from Reviews
Travel sized toiletries – Amphora Aromatics
For someone who travels a lot, travel sized toiletries are a necessity but I find it’s vital for me to not necessarily rely on...
The best LUSH products for travelling
As a regular traveller, any travel products that come in handy sizes is of real use to me, so imagine my delight at receiving...
Vorres Museum – Athens, Greece
Located in six acres of lush gardens in Paiania, the Vorres Museum near Athens Airport, Greece was founded in 1983 by Ian Vorres in order...
Icelandair Review – flying budget from Europe to the USA
When I visited Seattle back in the summer of 2015, I decided to fly with Icelandair as their flight had a very convenient stop...