What makes Sweden and Belgium such great travel destinations?
Puglia in Italy’s southwest was so beautiful – if you don’t believe me, check out our stories here and here – but the next stage of our journey is just … Read more
European Romance
Where to eat in Bari, Italy – 3 top tips to make your mouth water
Deciding where to eat in Bari, Italy is very much part of the charm of this pretty, ancient little seaside city. With so many food options tucked away in its … Read more
Puglia, Italy – Monopoli and Lecce to trulli and Gallipoli
This past week, we’ve hit the southern Italian roads hard and have toured around as much of the tip of Italy’s stiletto as possible. You might have heard that the … Read more
Our adventures in Puglia begin: Bari, Monopoli and Polignano
So much has happened this last week it feels more like it’s been a month. Since reuniting in Italy’s beautiful southeastern region of Puglia, Mrs Romance and I have done … Read more
Country hikes, curries and the Italian coast
It’s hard to believe how fast time is going. We’ve already been in the UK for two and half weeks already – Mrs Romance has even left for Italy in … Read more
Horses, Constable and the horror of London Bridge
Our second week in England has flown by. It’s been pretty much the dream start to the trip; relaxing but busy at the same time. And the weather has been … Read more
How to get from Provence to Pompeii – our 2-week European itinerary
Europe’s coastline is home to some of the most spectacular places on earth. We travel from Provence in France down to Naples in Italy to take in the Riviera. Here’s … Read more
5 things you must do in Venice, Italy
Venice is famous for its gondolas, its canals and its ancient crumbling buildings. But after you’ve seen St Marks Square, walked over the Rialto Bridge and floated along the Grand … Read more
The best way to see the Blue Lagoon, Iceland
The Blue Lagoon on Iceland’s southwestern tip is the most visited tourist spot in the country. The blue glimmer of its waters makes it one of the 25 Wonders of … Read more
How to get to France from Italy – exploring the Riviera by train
Imagine the romance of train travel coupled with the sights of the Italian and French Riviera going past your window. This train journey from Genoa to Nice has to be … Read more