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 Bergamo north of Milan. It’s a … Read more
Travel
We haven’t been everywhere, but we’re working on it! We did the whole back-packing thing a while ago, so now we like to travel a little more comfortably. Read on for travel tips and stories of Europe, America, Asia, Africa and Australia and the South Pacific… so far!
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 to go there?” “Aren’t you scared?” … Read more
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 so much to offer travellers keen … Read more
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? Modern ecotourism frowns upon most elephant … Read more
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 a couple of days to spare, … Read more
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 three burger joints that will always … Read more
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 the capacity for all of it. … Read more
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 tourist spots, but there’s something different … Read more
12 dishes you must eat in Naples that aren’t pizza
Home of the pizza, Naples in our opinion has reached the pinnacle of dining excellence. However, this amazing part of Italy has more edible tricks up its sleeve than The … Read more
How to get to Alcatraz, what to do and what to expect
Ghostly silent on the San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz Island peers out of the mist. Stories and legends of this island and its jail make this one of the most visited … Read more