Sandwiched between Lake Como and Lake Maggiore, Lake Lugano is at risk of being overshadowed by such surrounding beauty. But Lugano more than stands up for itself. And as it weaves across the Swiss and Italian borders, Lake Lugano offers unique cultural experiences too. Shimmering amid the towering mountains of southern Switzerland and leaning out … Read more
Rich, diverse and utterly beautiful, the towns and villages in Puglia, Italy makes you want to stay in the region forever. To help you choose where to go and what to see, here’s our guide to 10 of the best towns in Puglia. Sign up to our free newsletter here for more travel inspiration. You … Read more
For 300 years, Blenheim Palace on the eastern edge of the Cotswolds, has seen iconic moments in British history come to life – not least the birth and betrothal of the Greatest Briton: Sir Winston Churchill. It’s hard to find anything more English than Blenheim Palace. It’s a stately home in the Cotswolds that was … Read more
With its crooked Tudor houses leaning into its little high street and a heritage dating back to William the Conqueror, Lavenham, Suffolk is Britain’s history in the flesh. It’s even the birthplace of Dumbledore and Harry Potter! England’s long history gives visitors so much to explore that it’s almost overwhelming. From the biggest city to … Read more
Beautiful Glengoyne Distillery – just 14 miles from Glasgow city centre – dates back to 1820s. It has its own waterfall, makes exquisite single malt whisky, and runs excellent distillery and tasting tours all year round. It’s one of the best things to do in Glasgow. Glengoyne Distillery is a rare thing indeed. Not only … Read more
Farewell March, hello April! I don’t know about you, but this year seems to be going at two different speeds for us. It’s zooming by on one hand, and yet it also seems to be crawling past in slow motion, packing more and more into each week for us as time progresses. This week is … Read more
The Hotel Piazza Bellini tells Naples’ story with a sense of fun and place. Within the walls of a 16th Century Neapolitan palace in the very heart of Naples, this is the hotel that’s not only your home, it’s your Napoli. More than just a place of contrasts, Naples is a city of harmonious anachronisms … Read more
Italy’s Amalfi Coast is one of the most beautiful parts of the world. Golden red towns nestled amongst steep cliffs flow down to the shimmering blue sea. But before you book your flights, here are some things you should know about the Amalfi Coast. Sign up to our free newsletter here for more travel inspiration. … Read more
There’s something about the romance of checking into a beautiful hotel. Even when it’s in your hometown. The trouble with choosing the perfect hotel in Sydney for a special occasion is there are so many. Here’s our shortlist. This article has been written in partnership with Hotels.com We’ve said it before, but Christina and I love … Read more
With its tropical weather, Hawaii-like shores and unique culture, Okinawa offers the perfect mix of island time and Japanese sophistication. But how do you get there? Okinawa is Japan’s most southerly prefecture. Its string-of-pearl archipelago reaches almost within sight of the shores of Taiwan. And its ancient culture makes it as different as it is … Read more