What’s hiding under the mountain – Orvieto, Italy
Somewhere between an Indiana Jones movie and the lair of a James Bond nemesis, the Italian city of Orvieto in Umbria has secrets buried…
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Exploring the island mountain – Postcards from Monte Isola on Lake Iseo
Italy’s north is a gemstone necklace of azure lakes, a string of incredible beauty that attracts romance amid silhouette mountains. Lake Iseo and its…
The taste of travel – 10 Swedish dishes that aren’t meatballs
When you think of Swedish food, thoughts automatically go to meatballs and that’s pretty much it. But this beautiful country at the top of…
How much do you love your wife? The Great Dunmow Flitch Trials
Steeped in its own rich history, the UK is full of fascinating traditions and laws that make it such a great place to explore….
Sweet or savoury: how to eat real Belgian waffles
If you thought waffles should only be sweet or – at a push – have bacon and a bucket of maple syrup on, then…
Postcards from Lake Lugano and 5 things to do there
Sandwiched between Lake Como and Lake Maggiore, Lake Lugano is at risk of being overshadowed by such surrounding beauty. But Lugano more than stands…
How to travel around Puglia, Italy – trains, planes and automobiles
Although Puglia in south-eastern Italy has been much over-looked by tourism over the years, it’s surprisingly easy for visitors to explore. Here’s our guide…
7 Istrian towns you must visit in Croatia
Croatia’s dramatic coastline and lush green hills are home to some of the most picturesque towns in Europe. Here are 7 iconic Istrian towns…
The Lady of Lake Como – Grand Hotel Tremezzo
When you think of Lake Como, the romance of this truly beautiful lake comes to mind. But it’s not until you see the Grand…
9 reasons to visit Istria, Croatia – and why you need to go asap
Istria in northern Croatia is a beautiful peninsula that juts into the Adriatic. With so much coastline and its dramatic hilly landscape, Istria has…