Good places to go in Europe in July
If the last week in June is an indication of things to come then July 2026 is likely to go […]
Itinerary Planning
Is 2 weeks in Europe enough time?
In Europe there are often jokes about foreign tourists who try to see everything in one trip, with the punchline
Visiting the Burgundy Wine Region
I wanted to give you a taste of what it is like to visit Burgundy. The cities, towns and medieval
What is Porto like to Visit?
I wanted to share my visit to Porto without any pretence. This is not an ultimate guide to Porto, nor
A First Visit to Budapest, What to See and Where to Go
I wanted to give you a snapshot of my latest visit to Budapest. The capital of Hungary is an amazing
Is Europe closed on Sundays?
One of the common questions I see from travellers is “Is Europe closed on Sundays?” I can understand the concern.
Why chasing the hidden gems could be ruining your trip.
Most travellers will fall into the “hidden gems” trap one way or another. You plan to go to a city,
Visiting Madrid In February
So many travel videos claim to be the ultimate guide to Madrid, or tell you the 25 things you cannot
Markets in Madrid: What I Found When I Went Looking for Alternatives to Mercado de San Miguel
The popular central market Mercado de San Miguel is closed for renovations, and no official date has been given for