Parma, Milan, Como… and Bury St Edmunds
For the first time in a long time, we’re travelling throughout December. And in an even longer time, we’re in the northern hemisphere for Christmas! Well, in truth, I will … Read more
London
London calling
While we love spending time in the countryside here in England, we also love being in the city. This week I headed into London and found myself in a mini … Read more
How not to explore London in the rain
London has a reputation for being rainy and cold. In fact, the city rarely experiences proper downpours – drizzle, yes, but not a deluge. And it very rarely snows in … Read more
Where to find the best views of London
There’s something so satisfying about looking down on a city, isn’t there? Wherever Mrs Romance and I go, we always look for rooftop bars or for views from the highest point … Read more
European Romance: Essex and home again
So here we are. The final leg of our journey. We’re in Essex with Mum and Dad, and a welcome plate of good ol’ fish ‘n’ chips – just the way … Read more
European Romance: London
Here we are in sunny London. That’s right, you heard correctly! Sunny! Who’d have guessed it? We check in to our High Street Kensington hotel, courtesy of our friends at … Read more
Where to drink in London – Churchill Arms, Kensington
Pubs are like cultural fingerprints in England. Every one of them is different but at the same time, they all tell a story of what the country’s about. Some of … Read more