This is the year we definitely regretted not collecting air miles, from nautical adventures in French wine country to Northern Light hunting in Iceland it’s been quite a twelve months. Here are our photographic highlights of 2012…
The most beautiful places to spend New Year’s Eve
After 12 months of seeking the world’s beautiful places we finish the year with a round up of the most scenic places to spend New Year’s Eve. From balmy beaches to Nordic firework displays, here are some of the world’s best events with the most impossibly beautiful backdrops…
10 of the world’s most Christmassy destinations
With Christmas only a few days away, it’s time we turn our sights to some of the most festive places on earth. From Californian kitsch to snowy mountain towns this is our choice for 10 of the most Christmassy destinations on the planet…
Alternative Christmas shopping in London
Tis the Season for shopping, and while London may be the retail capital of the UK, it’s not all about Oxford Street, Westfield and Harrods. If you’re a discriminating gift giver in search of a little inspiration, sometimes stepping off the High Street can be a smart move. If you’re off for a last minute dash here are five alternative shopping destinations in London…
Iceland: land of fire, ice and cool design
I think it’s probably safe to say Iceland seems to be one of those places that is having a ‘moment’. Before we left for the frozen Nordic island, most people we knew were either planning to go or had already been. Famous for its unruly volcanos, its iconic spa resort and wild and lonely landscapes…
London for art lovers
We may be biased because London is our home but we feel it’s one of the best cities in the world for Art lovers. London’s place on the world’s art scene has long been established, and its huge range of art galleries, museums and creative spaces means you can always find something you’re into, whatever your taste…
Nordic dreams: my life in Sweden
This is a brief glimpse into the world and life memories of young Nordic-rooted soul. If home is where the heart is; I inhabit the Stockholm city streets, dreamy southern woods and the beautifully reclusive mountain valleys of the north…
Top 12 cool and unusual hotels in Reykjavik
Iceland’s cool capital is known for its love of design, partying and its unique view of life. While staying in Reykjavik we scouted out some of the best places to stay. From kitsch hostels to a guesthouse promoting peace here is our top 10 cool and unusual hotels in Reykjavik…
Travel Tips: house sitting to save money
You’ve got your flights or your transport booked all you need to do now is find a roof over your head. Camping might not suit everyone and your budget might not stretch to a hotel…
Turin, Italy: a city beginning to shine
This is our article from our #contemporaryart trip kindly organised by Turismo Torino. Turin isn’t always the first city people think of visiting when they plan they’re trip to Italy, and who can blame them? Despite being surrounded by green hills and Alpine peaks, the Northern city is mostly known for its smog, its industry and their emblematic Fiat factories…