Visiting the birthplace of gin – Schiedam Jenever Museum, The Netherlands

birthplace of gin Schiedam Genever Museum

For many of us the idea that there was a time in the world without gin seems preposterous. But tucked away in the little Dutch town of Schiedam is the heart and soul of juniper’s true purpose. Come with us to the birthplace of gin. It’s humbling to stand in a place that’s changed the … Read more

Where to take the best photos in Brussels, Belgium – our 7 top tips

Brussels photos - MMR

Brussels offers visitors a lot more than the international politics and diplomacy that it’s better known for. A young, vibrant city, but one with almost 2000 years of history under its beret, a few days in the Belgian capital will leave you impressed and your camera full. We didn’t mean to go to Brussels. In … Read more

11 reasons why everyone wants to visit Puglia, Italy

Puglia travel tips - 11 reasons to visit Puglia, Italy

There’s a good reason why everyone wants to visit Puglia, Italy. In fact, we’ve got 11 of them. Puglia has so much to offer, it’s little wonder that it’s the destination on everyone’s hit list. It’s not often you find a place – especially in Europe – that has so much to offer travellers and … Read more

Le TerRicottine de Giu in Lab – undiscovered art from Puglia, Italy

Italy has a habit of surprising you. It feels like every nook and corner has something amazing waiting for you to discover. And that’s never truer than in Puglia on Italy’s southeastern peninsular, where a treasure trove of true Italian art awaited us. Of all the places we’ve been to, Italy has caused more ‘oh … Read more

A Sydney Airport adventure and Kyoto comes to town

Sydney Airport - worth arriving early for

I must admit, things have been pretty quiet round here since our friends’ dog Indi went back home after their Japanese holiday. If you’ve ever had to pet-sit, you’ll know what I mean. Even now – a week later – we’re still looking round wondering where the dog’s gone. However, it has meant we haven’t … Read more

The best ever travel hobby

Travel hobby - Crochet Coach - MMR feature

As they say, “it’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey…” but what if there are parts of that journey you’d prefer to be doing or thinking about something – anything – else? Coach transits and customs points, I hope you’re feeling guilty. Our good mate Carly from Crochet Coach (and Smaggle) has one … Read more