Postcards from Cuba – and 5 tips for photography in Cuba
Naturally photogenic, openly friendly and one of the safest destinations we’ve visited, Cuba is a photographer’s dream. Here are some of Christina’s favourite shots…
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DIY Pompeii tour – how to get the best out of Pompeii
Nothing can really prepare you for Pompeii. The instant journey back in time as you explore its streets and houses, the clear picture you…
Do you need a tour guide in Pompeii?
Until its death in 79AD, Pompeii was a rich thriving city. Walking amongst its broad avenues and exploring its opulent villas, shops and vast…
10 things you must see in Pompeii
For 1700 years, the dead city of Pompeii lay beneath metres of ash, pumice and soil. But 300 years ago, like a phoenix from…
7 things to see outside Paris avec rental car
There’s a reason why 83 million visitors flock to Paris every year. It’s beautiful, enchanting and incredibly romantic. But what happens when you hire…
How to honeymoon in Cuba – the perfect adventure romance itinerary
Cuba is an amazing honeymoon destination if you’re looking to create memories around one of the most special moments in your life with your…
Is it worth hiring a car in Orlando, FL?
Orlando, Florida – synonymous with Walt Disney World – has lots more going for it than just theme parks. But what’s the best way…
Is a private boat tour on Lake Como really worth it?
Everyone has their best angle. Lake Como looks incredible from wherever you stand but is at its most beautiful from the water. So is…
Where to stay in Miami and how to get around
Whether it’s the white sands and parties of South Beach, the salsa of Miami’s Cuban culture or the history and beauty of the art…
How to picnic when you hate picnics
Reclining beneath the whispering fronds of a weeping willow amongst the lines of pinot and shiraz vines in the beautiful elevated wine region of…
7 tips for how to avoid jetlag
Knowing how to avoid jetlag – or at least how to cope with it – is an essential part of travel. That terrible zombie-like…
The best of 2018 – 15 of your favourite travel, food and romance stories
Christmas is probably the best time of the year for a highlights reel. So here’s our best-of list for 2018 with 15 of your…
The best way to see Cuba – on horseback through cigar tobacco fields
Riding a horse through Cuba’s revered tobacco fields whilst smoking a cigar has to be one of my all-time best travel memories. But there’s…
11 reasons to visit Chiang Mai, Thailand
Chiang Mai, Thailand is a wealth of history, scenery, culture and incredible food. Clean, safe, modern and less humid than Bangkok, this northern city…
Where to stay in Sydney for summer romance – West Hotel’s ‘Sleep Amongst Botanics’
West Hotel, beside Sydney’s Darling Harbour, has set the bar for romance this summer. Working with creative designers Bonnie and Neil, the hotel lets…
Italy’s hidden lake – Lago d’Iseo and why you need to go
Everyone’s heard of Italy’s Lake Como. Most people know of Lake Garda. But not many know about the little brother – Lake Iseo. Secluded,…
San Francisco by any other name – why San Fran is out
Nicknames for San Francisco span back almost to its European discovery in the 1770s. Anything from simple acronyms to a native plant have been…
Milan’s unsung neighbour – why you should visit Bergamo
Bergamo – the wallflower city to Milan’s flourish of high fashion – is missing out on a lot of credit. Its bustling streets and…