Perched high up in the mountains of the Andalusian countryside, in the midst of a petite and picturesque pueblo blanco, is a surprising hidden gem- the Plaza de Toros Mijas. Of course bull rings in Andalusia are pretty normal- almost every town and city here has one- but what makes this particular plaza de toros… Continue reading Plaza de Toros Mijas • Photos from the smallest bullring in Spain
Málaga is one of my favourite cities in Spain, not just for its beauty and laid-back vibe, but also for its brilliant position on Andalusia's Costa del Sol. There are plenty of tiny beach towns along the neighbouring coastline of shimmering Mediterranean Sea, and then further inland are the real gems: the pretty Pueblos Blancos,… Continue reading From Málaga to Mijas • How to visit the pretty pueblo blanco in Andalusia
Hanoi: the city of ancient temples, delicious street food, serene lakes, and an overwhelming abundance of motorbikes. (If you can cross a road in Hanoi, you can cross a road anywhere.) You'll want to spend at least three days here, and this Hanoi Vietnam itinerary is for a minimum of three days in Hanoi. If… Continue reading Three Days in Hanoi • Vietnam Itinerary
A cluster of Spanish islands situated in the Atlantic Ocean, the Canaries are closer to the coast of Morocco than Spain or anywhere else in mainland Europe. They've only been officially Spanish since the 1400s, and before then they were inhabited by actual native locals, as well as giant lizards and giant rats- and other… Continue reading Which is the Best Canary Island to Visit?
For many a globetrotter, the island of Tenerife probably conjures up images of package holidays, English fry-ups in beach-front cafes, and incredibly sunburnt Germans. I get it. But this island has plenty more to offer: cultural gems, beautiful beaches, pine-forested mountains, and absolutely mouthwatering food are all waiting to be uncovered. And with a stay… Continue reading Hi Suites Hotel Emblemático Review • Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s Boutique Bolthole
Almost every Canary Islands cruise itinerary will include a stop at Tenerife cruise port, which is in the sunny capital city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. And although most visitors head away from the urban sprawl of Santa Cruz's streets- either in search of the island's famous beaches, or up into the beautiful pine-forested mountains… Continue reading Tenerife Cruise Port • The complete guide to Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Aruba cruise port is in the colourful city of Oranjestad, which is filled with designer stores, plenty of restaurants and all-inclusive hotels, and a substantial population of iguanas. (I do love those little dinosaur-creatures.) And although this is a Dutch island- part of the ABC islands of Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao- aside from the clogs… Continue reading Aruba Cruise Port • Docking in Oranjestad
Perhaps you've seen the staircase of the Queen's House in Greenwich already. If you're on instagram, and you're interested in exploring the hidden gems of London, it's highly likely. Because this spiral staircase with its wrought-iron blue tulip bannister, known as the Tulip Stairs, is a true beauty. And not only is this royal house… Continue reading Queen’s House Greenwich • Ships and spiral staircases in Greenwich Park
I've been on plenty of long distance trains before- the Coast Starlight in California, the Glacier Express in Switzerland, the Sunset Limited across the southern states of the USA, and a rather nightmarish ten hour journey from Zürich to Hamburg being just a few of them- with, to be honest, widely varying levels of enjoyment.… Continue reading Da Nang to Hanoi By Train • Railway Adventures in Vietnam
A visit to the Caribbean's 'Nature Island' wouldn't be complete without some chill out time in one of the island's geothermal pools. Heated naturally thanks to the volcanic underbelly of the island, the warm water is rich in healing minerals, and pools are often surrounded with tropical flowers and trees in a rainforest setting. Here's… Continue reading Hot Springs in Dominica • Rest and relaxation in the rainforest
