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A View from London's Shard at night
I've visited the Shard in London before, but during the day. This 95 storey, 11,000 glass panelled skyscraper located in Southwark, a district of London near London Bridge station on the south side of the River Thames, looms stately-like at 309m (1,016ft) over all who hustle and bustle beneath her. She (I like to give […]
Where to swim in Bristol, UK in all weathers: Bristol Lido
When taking a weekend break in the west country city of Bristol, UK (voted by Rough Guides as #4 in the Top 10 Best Cities in the World to Visit - 2017), one doesn't really think of going swimming - mainly as Bristol is not located by a beach and this is the UK, hence […]
Where to eat in Bristol - UK: WokyKo at CARGO, Wapping Wharf
When exploring destinations - and cities - to write about or, indeed, if you're on holiday or a short break, naturally you've got to eat. So on my second night in Bristol, where did I go and eat? I'm a fan of Asian cuisine and when I was invited to try out the cuisine of […]
Evzone Soldiers of Greece interview
Any tourist visiting Athens won’t have failed to experience them—you know, the soldiers that stand guard outside Parliament with dead straight faces; not flinching, not moving a muscle and occasional doing a funny walk. These are the Evzone Soldiers of Greece. I was interested to dig deeper—so when Anthe Mitrakos of Portes Magazine put me […]
Things to do on Leros island - Greece
As part of my research for the Rough Guides to the Greek Islands, both in 2014 and 2017, one of the islands I visited in the Dodecanese chain was Leros. It's a smaller Greek island and certainly does not attract the package holiday crowds, because there are no package holiday tourists. Originally published in MAY […]
Things to do on Halki island Greece - Tips on Visiting
Halki is roughly an hour away by catamaran from Rhodes and is tiny, literally, at only 10 sq miles. It's perfect as a day trip from Rhodes, or stay overnight (see Accommodation below). I'd travelled by catamaran before and been sick, so I was a little afraid. No need to be - this journey was […]
Kea island Greece - a day trip from Athens
I always felt that in order to feel like you're on a 'proper' Greek island, one should travel about five hours by ferry to Paros or Naxos, for example - or even further afield to Skopelos or Alonissos. I shouldn't be so quick to judge as my experience on Hydra in the Saronic Gulf, for example, has taught me. It's an […]
Glamping in the San Juan Islands - Glamping on Orcas Island with Leanto
Originally written in AUG15 - re-written and revised in JAN20 My next stop on the San Juan Islands chain was Orcas Island. Shaped like an upside down horseshoe, at 57 square miles Orcas Island is bigger than San Juan Island, but less populated. It's rural, hilly and stunning, housing the 5,252 acre Moran State Park, […]
Whale Watching off the San Juan Islands
I couldn't stay on the San Juan Islands and not go whale watching. This area of the U.S is abundant in wildlife, especially in the summer. And the summer also brings along the infamous Orca. I'd already been won over by the beauty of the San Juan Islands - you can visit the Pelindaba Lavender Farm for […]
Things to do in Tbilisi, Georgia (and surrounds) in 48 hours
If you've only a short time in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi, here I give you some tips of what you can do with 48 hours - both in the capital and surrounds.
Alternative London Markets - East Street - South London
Avoid the more touristy markets of Covent Garden when you visit London. Find your local one to explore. Here I look at the eclectic London's East Street Market.
Insider Tips for Taking Ferries in Greece
You've come to Greece for your vacation and stayed in Athens for a few days, looking at the alternative guide to visiting Athens. Afterwards, most people naturally want to head to one or a few of the Greek islands - my Insider's Guide to the Greek Islands will help you choose which ones. You have […]
Things to do on Paxos Greece
As an island, Paxos is relatively small at only 30 sq miles. There are several luxury villas in Paxos to rent on this Ionian island, inviting the visitor to merely go and relax for a whole week or longer. As it has no airport and the best way to reach it is to fly to […]
Luxury Villas in Paxos - Paxos Villa Greece - Villa Glaros
Throughout my time as a travel writer located in Greece, I am very lucky to have been able to experience various luxury hotel stays around both the capital, Athens, and various parts of the country. When I was offered the chance to experience a luxury villa in Paxos island, Greece, I jumped at the chance. […]
Butterfly Twists - great traveller shoes
I've been very lucky over the past few months and been given various travel products to trial out as I travel. Check out some anti-theft travel items Check out my recommended best carry on backpack to avoid airline fees Also be sure to look at the CP Slippers - best slippers for on the go […]
"Mamma Mia!" island of Skopelos, Greece
The Greek island of Skopelos in the Sporadic chain of islands is famous for the filming of the first "Mamma Mia!" film. Skopelos, Greece: "Mamma Mia!" facts Skopelos is less touristy than its neighbouring Skiathos, therefore quieter although it's become busier in the years since "Mamma Mia!" - but not spoilt. The shooting took place […]
Anafiotika - a hidden island village in Athens
There's a hidden part of Athens that had always eluded me. I had never been able to find it! Anafiotika is the neighbourhood, a hidden island village located under the northeastern side of the Acropolis Hill, part of historical Plaka. It's like an island on the mainland. It forms part of my Insider's Guide to […]
Pike Place Market and The Gum Wall - Seattle
Apart from the Space Needle, and a day trip to Mount Rainier - Seattle's other prominent destination (and landmark) is the Public Market Center - or Pike Place Market. I'd seen it many times in various T.V shows (Grey's Anatomy for example). Overlooking Elliot Bay waterfront and opened in 1907, Pike Place Market Seattle is […]