7 secret ways to visit St. Mark’s Square, Venice (while avoiding the crowds and staying cool)
Everyone that visits Venice will go to St. Mark’s Square, period. And you must as well. But how can…
Short stay: Chestnut Cottage, Arbor Holiday and Knightcote Farm Cottages, Warwickshire
Our latest stay was at Chestnut Cottage close to the wonderfully-named village of Bishops Itchington – a VisitEngland 5…
Lunch at Restaurant Le Pressoir, Vannes, Brittany, France
One of the gastronomic highlights of our trip to Brittany was lunch at Vincent David’s Le Pressoir, just north…
10 great reasons to visit Vannes, Brittany, France
On our recent trip to in France, after moving on from Carnac, we also spent some time in Vannes,…
Top 5 Lake District treks
Treks around the epic mountain and lake scenery of England’s largest National Park, the Lake District, continue to be…
A day trip on a traditional boat (“vieux grément”) to Houat island
If you like the sound of an unforgettable day sailing to an island paradise, then this one is for…
10 great reasons to visit Carnac, Brittany, France
Having recently spent around 10 days in Carnac in southern Brittany, we thought it would be fitting to share…
Top 5 mountain restaurants in Zermatt
While any form of exercise can burn calories, there are special benefits to skiing. One reason is the effort…
5 inspiring non-skier activities in Châtel
Perhaps you have grandparents staying or friends who haven’t caught the skiing bug, or maybe you just fancy a…
5 of the world’s best serviced apartments for the business traveller
Travel around the world on business a lot? If you do, you’ll no doubt appreciate the comfort of a…
Special feature: Carnac Thalasso Spa Resort and Hotel, Carnac, Brittany, France
We recently visited Carnac in Brittany – a resort famous for its Neolithic standing stones – so that our…
Top 5 high altitude resorts in the Alps for early skiing
I feel the same as you, it’s been a disappointing summer, and now your thoughts are turned to the…
Sun, surf and slopes: Winter in Andalusia
Long famed for its sweeping beaches and seemingly endless summer sun, Andalusia is without a doubt a Mediterranean sun-seeker’s…
Winter in Provence
When you think of Provence you might well think of warm, sunny days, lavender fields and cold glasses of…
Top 10 ski schools in Meribel
I’ve spent countless winter months in the beautiful Meribel Valley and have got a fair bit of experience in…
Edinburgh: a city that thrives in winter
As records prove, Edinburgh is not a warm city. Not even the most ardent festival fanatic will claim that…
