“Can you believe this place is older than Stonehenge?”, whispers our trusty guide, Steve. “It pre-dates it by almost 1000 years”, he adds reverently, laying his hands gently on the huge stone next to him, “so you’re standing on incredibly ancient and sacred land”. Where I’m standing is a glorious green field in Wiltshire. Behind […]
Tag Archives: Attractions
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May
May
It’s hard to miss the London Eye when you’re exploring London! At a whopping 135m tall, this giant observation wheel sits right on the South Bank of the River Thames and offers one of the best views of the capital. Opened in 2000 as a temporary structure (spoiler: it wasn’t that temporary!) the London Eye […]
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Apr
Apr
Do you sometimes imagine yourself as the protagonist in a thrilling story? Perhaps stepping into Hercule Poirot’s shoes during his meticulous investigation in Agatha Christie’s classic “Death on the Nile,” or living the glamorous espionage of James Bond’s “The Spy Who Loved Me?” Then you must actually be dreaming of the majestic Nile in Egypt, […]
03
Apr
Apr
There’s something effortlessly romantic about gliding through the Swiss Alps scenery that is hard to put into words. Crested mountain peaks peer down on flowing glaciers, as historic viaducts slide past in a glorious spectacle that feel like something out of a movie. And if you ask me, that’s what travel is all about! The […]
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Feb
Feb
Whilst I adore edgy Berlin, I have to say that beautiful Munich is perhaps my favourite city in Germany to visit. Refined, classic and charming, the Bavarian capital with its historic landmarks and unique traditional assets is pretty hard to dislike! But perhaps the thing that delights me most about Munich, is the ease and […]
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Jan
Jan
Strasbourg in France, is an absolute must-visit during the holiday season, especially if you’re a fan of a good festive market! Strasbourg was the first place in France to host a Christmas market way back in 1570 — and it’s been perfecting the festive magic ever since. With some of the oldest Christmas markets in […]
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Jan
Jan
Strasbourg might not be on your radar as a destination for your next city break, but it’s actually pretty unique and really special French destination to visit. If you’ve yet to experience this beautiful city in the eastern region of Alsace, then you’re in for a treat! With French and German influences (you can literally […]
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Dec
Dec
Just a short hop from Malta, Gozo is a smaller, quieter island in this archipelago that’s bursting with charm, history, and, of course, jaw-dropping spots like the Blue Hole. The Blue Hole is located along the Dwejra Coastline on Gozo’s west coast and has been carved by wind and waves over centuries. It now looks […]
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Dec
Dec
When it comes to European cities that are small but mighty, you can’t look past Malta’s stunning capital, so I’ve compiled this list of the top things to do there to help you get this most form this destination. Covering just a tiny area (only 1 sq km tiny!), Valletta is actually jam-packed with enough […]
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Jul
Jul
From charming fortresses to hidden coves (with a bit of dramatic mountain scenery sprinkled in for good measure!), the town of Kotor in Montenegro is an absolute feast for the weary traveller’s eyes. This UNESCO World Heritage site on the Adriatic Sea is a must-visit on any trip to the Balkans, especially if you love […]