Greece’s second-biggest city also claims to be its foodiest – the only way to find out if this is true is to head there and eat for yourself! I must confess I spent quite a bit of my time in Thessaloniki eating as well there. There is some great food to be consumed. However, there …
The county of Cornwall is one of England’s most beautiful spaces. It has all you could ask for when planning a perfect little English escape. There are hundreds of quaint beaches dotting the peninsula, as well as picturesque villages, spas, towering cliffs, wild moorlands, and lovely boutique hotels in Cornwall to stay in. In other …
This large island off the coast of Italy is beloved for an array of reasons. Some cherish the local cuisine that features delectable seafood and fresh fruit and vegetables. Others are in awe of the turquoise waters and magnificent landscapes. A perfect environment for Sardinia Boutique Hotels! Sardinia is an island that reveals prehistoric dwellings …
Busan is a thriving, lively city on the coast. South Korea might not be known for its laid-back lifestyle and easy-going culture. But in Busan, there is definitely a happy ease to daily life. Perhaps it’s the beach, or the wonderful museums, or the popular beer houses and karaoke rooms. Likely a combination of them …
Jeju, South Korea’s largest and most beautiful volcanic island is nestled on the South Coast. This South Korea island boasts stunning beaches, lush countryside, an abundance of museums, coastal walking trails, and delectable cuisine. If you’re looking to plan a trip to South Korea, you should certainly add Jeju Island to your list, together with …
SPONSORED POST A small Polynesian country in the Pacific Ocean, about halfway between New Zealand and Hawaii, Samoa has traditionally been the best-kept secret in the Pacific. Though with ten islands all intensely packed with untamed natural beauty, the secret is definitely getting out about this beautiful archipelago nation. With direct flights from Australia, New …
A Rottnest Island day trip was one of my favourite recent travel experiences. Lovely little Rottnest Island is just 18kms from the centre of Perth. The island is loved by locals as much as tourists. There are no cars on Rottnest Island and it has 20 bays, 63 beaches and 45 kilometres of cycling paths. …
I absolutely loved the Ishikawa region of Japan. It is like a mini Japan and easy to negotiate. During the 1600s the region’s capital Kanazawa saw the development of a refined culture focussed on the arts and became Japan’s fourth town after Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. The Ishikawa region was spared from many of the …
It appears that the Napa Valley got all the best marketers in California. Livermore is about the same distance south-east of San Francisco that Napa is north-east but seems to get very little press. Which is quite shocking considering how extremely good their wines are. Livermore is an older wine region than both Napa and …
I am sure that Verbier Switzerland also looks lovely in the winter. But let’s face it, white can be a bit one dimensional. Particularly when compared to the stunning rainbow of colours that is the Verbier summer. From the insanely beautiful and green of the Swiss Alps to the flower baskets throughout the village to …