Top travel tips for visiting Berlin
Whenever you’re planning a trip to a new destination, it’s useful to have a few tips on local culture…
Feasting on bear in Finland
In my continued hunt for great customer service on behalf of American Express, I wanted to try some traditional…
Hockey in Helsinki
On my recent trip to Helsinki, I wanted to not only see some of the main tourist attractions, but…
First impressions in Finland
As you will know from an earlier blog post, I recently visited Helsinki on behalf of American Express, on…
One of the worlds most difficult dog sledding races
Since the first event in 2005, the Grande Odyssée has been one of the worlds most difficult dog sledding…
Heading for Helsinki – your recommendations, please!
I have teamed up with American Express to go on a quest for great customer service… and I’m heading…
Surf your way into shape – in luxury – on Portugal’s Atlantic coastline
Located on Portugal’s Atlantic coastline renowned as one of the most popular surfing destinations worldwide, The Oitavos embraces its…
The best 3 French ski resorts for a luxury family ski trip
Winter ski trips are a great idea when considering options for a family holiday and the joy of skiing…
5 ways to enjoy Christmas and New Years in the city
With chalets filling up fast, and little availability left for Christmas and New Years in many of the popular…
The top 10 places to visit in 2014
Lonely Planet’s “travel experts” have come up with three lists for where to visit in 2014. The top 10…
The top 3 Scottish castles perfect for a family Christmas
Whether youre after traditional or contemporary, here is an ABC of top, privately owned Scottish castles from which to…
Top 6 Scandinavian cruise destinations
Despite inhabiting the same continent, the Scandinavian countries of Denmark, Sweden, and Norway are a world apart from places…
3 places to try for al fresco drinks in Madrid
Back in the 1930s, Ermest Hemingway wrote “Nobody goes to bed in Madrid until they have killed the night”….
3 unusual restaurants you have to experience in London
London is packed with restaurants and there are so many culinary delights to sample, but these three restaurants are…
Suite dreams in Madrid: 6 of the best
Madrid is well known for being home to several top museums such as the Prado, but did you know…
Recipe of the week: Pork and coriander jiao zi (boiled dumplings)
This weeks recipe is from North-Eastern China, a region famous for its delicious jiao zi (dumplings). Small parcels of…
