This 1 week Switzerland to Italy itinerary proves you really can have it all without blowing your budget. In just 7 days, you’ll glide across the Alps on one of Europe’s most spectacular train journeys, ski at an affordable Italian resort, soak up the glamour of Lake Como and finish with culture and food in […]
Category Archives: Western Europe
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Feb
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Lake Como has a funny habit of looking like a billionaire’s screensaver. All glossy water, perfectly stacked villages, and mountains doing their best dramatic backdrop impression. The good news is you do not need a private driver, a five-star hotel, or a suspiciously expensive gelato to enjoy it. A day trip from Milan is one […]
Europe, ITALY, Western Europe
Aprica Italy: The Cheap European Ski Resort You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
09
Feb
Feb
If you think skiing in Europe automatically means eye watering prices, overcrowded slopes and accommodation that costs more than your flight, let me introduce you to a place that quietly proves otherwise. Aprica is a small ski resort in northern Italy that delivers proper alpine skiing at prices that feel refreshingly old school. As a […]
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Feb
Feb
Venice has a reputation for being wildly expensive, mostly because it can be! If you follow the crowd into the first café on St Mark’s Square, order a gondola on impulse, and rely on single vaporetto tickets like they’re bus fares, your bank card will start sweating. But Venice can also be brilliant value, especially […]
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Feb
Feb
When people search for things to do in Gozo, they are usually looking for something a little slower, a little cheaper and a lot more authentic than mainland Malta. And that is exactly what this small Mediterranean island delivers. Just a short ferry ride from Ċirkewwa in Malta, Gozo feels refreshingly rural, wonderfully walkable, and […]
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Jan
Jan
Malta may be a small country, but it punches well above its weight when it comes to culture, history, beaches and unforgettable experiences. Sitting proudly in the Mediterranean Sea, this island nation has been shaped by thousands of years of history, from prehistoric temples to the legacy of the Knights of St John and the […]
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Jan
Jan
Packing for Malta is one of those deceptively simple tasks! It is a small Mediterranean island, it is sunny, and it has beaches. Job done, right? Not quite! After several trips to this wonderfully layered country, I have learned that Malta rewards smart packing. One day you are swimming in turquoise coves, the next you […]
Europe, UK, Western Europe
9 Best Areas to Stay in London: Local’s Guide to City’s Top Neighbourhoods
08
Jan
Jan
As a middle-aged Brit who has spent years between travels bouncing in and out of London for work, and has now lived in this city full-time for 5 years, I get asked one question constantly… “Where is the best area to stay in London?” The honest answer is that it depends entirely on your trip! […]
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Jan
Jan
The Orangerie Schönbrunn is one of those places in Vienna that quietly surprises you. Tucked into the wider Schönbrunn Palace estate, it is far less talked about than the palace interiors or the Gloriette, yet it plays an essential role in understanding how this former imperial summer residence functioned, entertained and showed off its power. […]
01
Jan
Jan
Spend a bit of time chatting to locals in Vienna and you will quickly learn an architectural quirk of the city. Balconies are surprisingly rare, especially in classic Altbau apartments. These elegant early 20th century buildings are famous for high ceilings and grand proportions, but not for outdoor space. Fresh air and far reaching views […]