Lake Como, Lake Lugano and a very special hotel
Lake Iseo – our previous destination – and the beautiful wedding our friends had was a hard act to follow, but I think where…
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Little Havana, Miami – is it anything like the real thing?
Miami, Florida is only 90 miles from Cuba’s coast. Being the closest American city to Cuba, it makes sense that the people who made…
To Italy for love – Bergamo, Lake Iseo and a Swedish wedding
Our feet have hardly touched the ground in England before we’re on the road again. We’re now in Italy – in the little town of…
Why you shouldn’t be afraid to visit Naples
When you say you’re going to Italy, everyone’s excited. But if you say you’re going to Naples, people seem worried. “Why would you want…
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…
7 ways to spot a safe elephant sanctuary
Often seen as the symbol of Thailand, the Asian elephant is an important part of Thai life. But what about riding elephants in Thailand?…
How to spend 48 hours in Trieste, Italy – our first-timer’s guide
Best known as a gateway town to Central Europe, Trieste is more than worth a visit in its own right. If you only have…
Where to burger in Miami Beach – plus the 3 that got away
Miami Beach. It’s crazy, it’s weird and it’s a whole lot of fun. But when you’re in need of a patty pick-me-up, here are…
Bangkok and Chiang Mai – why Thailand is the Land of Smiles
Thailand is such a wonderful destination. Whether you’re here to work, to learn or to relax, this is one of those rare places with…
Where to eat in the South of France – Beau Séjour, Gorbio
High in the hills above the tourist towns of the Cote d’Azur sits the village of Gorbio. It’s as picturesque as any of the…