A gorgeous gem of a place located on the Californian coast midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, which makes an idyllic stop for lovers of natural beauty. It’s a wealthy community with a slightly bohemian air, nestled near the famous attraction of Hearst Castle and has a proud nickname of ‘Pines by the Sea.’…
Top 15 of the best dog life jackets/flotation vests
For many people, their dogs are more than just a pet. In fact, they are an integral part of their family. For many, a dog is a service animal trained to comfort by providing affection and attention in order to help with mental illness. Thus, nobody would want anything unfortunate to happen to their dog….
The best dog-friendly restaurants in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Visiting or passing through Carmel-by-the-Sea with your furry best pal? Then why not stop a while. One of the most dog-friendly cities in the USA, Carmel has an amazing array of things that you can do with your pooch in tow including visiting museums, shops, taking scenic walks and playing around on the beach. It…
Top 10 beautiful European cities to visit by train
Europe is where history mingles with modern flair and it’s also a place where you’ll see some of the most beautiful cities in the world. I personally think one of the best ways is to explore Europe is by rail…
Exploring Palermo, Sicily – cooking with the Duchess
Palermo is the capital of the Italian island of Sicily, which sits nestled in the glistening Mediterranean just off the “toe” of Italy’s “boot.” Palermo itself is home to Byzantine mosaics, frescoed cupolas, Arabesque domes, Italy’s biggest opera house and an increasing number of new-school eateries and bars. Flamboyant and feisty, up-and-coming yet still remaining…
7 reasons you should visit Seville, Spain
Seville is Andalusia’s capital and Spain’s fourth-largest city with a magnificent old town that boasts no less than three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This wonderful city has so much to offer visitors – I visited by train a month ago and the food was divine, the architecture simply spectacular and whilst the climate might be…
Four cities in four days – a tour of Spain by train
Aside from the good food, balmy climate and layers of centuries-old history, Spain is also home to a vastly underrated – and underused – railway system. The network reaches nearly all corners of the country, making it possible to explore Spain solely by public transportation and much of that at high speed. In the last…
8 reasons why you should visit Palermo, Sicily
Palermo is the capital of the Italian island of Sicily, which sits nestled in the glistening Mediterranean just off the “toe” of Italy’s “boot.” Palermo itself is home to Byzantine mosaics, frescoed cupolas, Arabesque domes, Italy’s biggest opera house and an increasing number of new-school eateries and bars. Flamboyant and feisty, up-and-coming yet still remaining…
10 awesome under-the-radar things to do in South Africa
Large, diverse and incredibly beautiful, South Africa offers a huge number of varied landscapes from the picturesque Garden Route towns of the Western Cape to the raw subtropical…
5 reasons why you should visit Lapland in the summer
When it comes to planning summer holidays many travellers tend think of beach holidays but if you’re looking for something a little different this year, a trip to Finland’s northern region of Lapland….