Author Archive for Jon Stainer

5 great ideas for your Burns Night celebrations

5 great ideas for your Burns Night celebrations

By on Jan 20, 2013 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Whether you know every word to famous poet Robert Burns’ “Auld Lang Syne” or you’re yet to try the culinary delicacy that is haggis, chances are you’ve heard of Burns Night. It takes place every year on 25th January, Burns’ birthday, and commemorates the life of bard (poet) Robert Burns, who made a great contribution to […]

The best Christmas markets in Europe

The best Christmas markets in Europe

By on Sep 27, 2012 in Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Estonia, Europe, Events, Hungary, Poland, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

With the weather getting cooler there seems little to look forward to in the winter months. However, heading to a Christmas market can dilute the frosty chill your mood might have taken and replace it with festive cheer and an exciting experience. Treat yourself to a weekend away in one of these excellent destinations and […]

4 places to inject culture into your hen party

4 places to inject culture into your hen party

By on Aug 12, 2012 in Eastern Europe, Estonia, Europe, Hungary, Regions, Slovenia, Sweden, Western Europe

The stories of cheeky, giggling hen parties adorned with bunny ears and naughty necklaces are numerous. However, what about the calm brides-to-be in search of culture and serenity? A few suggestions of striking locations are as follows: Ljubljana This remarkable city fuses Italy with Eastern Europe, creating a delectable cornucopia of historic monuments, poetic streets […]

Top 5 things to do in Reykjavik

Top 5 things to do in Reykjavik

By on Jul 31, 2012 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Iceland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Reykjavik is the majestic capital of Iceland and its striking beauty proves the perfect backdrop to an outstanding range of attractions, sights and entertainment as well as a quirky culture and vivid architecture. The Blue Lagoon If you want to escape the icy climate of the Icelandic metropolis then a visit to The Blue Lagoon […]