Utrecht – a Dutch delight – Quaint winding streets, historic buildings and canals lined with bustling cafes and city culture – no you are not in Amsterdam but another of Holland’s city gems. The snapshot scenes are from the ancient city of Utrecht, a stone’s throw south of Amsterdam yet largely overlooked by UK visitors. […]
Utrecht – a Dutch delight
Brittany beckons for the adventurous
Brittany beckons for the adventurous – Brittany’s spectacular coastlines have long been a tourist magnet and this region of France, famous for its natural and cultural heritage, holds a special affection for visitors from the UK. There’s plenty to explore on land….and at sea, where diving among shipwrecks offers a unique opportunity to step back […]
Six of the best from Baden-Württemberg
Six of the best from Baden-Württemberg – Wherever you go in SouthWest Germany, the German federal state of Baden-Württemberg, you are never far from a grand palace, a romantic castle, half-timbered houses – and something outstanding to eat and drink. This is Germany’s most Michelin-star studded region. So if your stopping off for a simple coffee […]
Catalonia – a tourist magnet that’s distinctively different
Catalonia – a tourist magnet that’s distinctively different – Catalonia’s distinctive culture and language have been at the heart of serious political upheavals in recent times – but don’t let that put off a visit to this wonderful region. The Catalan Tourist Board has just unveiled an exciting Year of Culture for 2018 when visitors will be able to […]
Family days dicovering the Peak District
Family days dicovering the Peak District – Family days out exploring the delights of the Peak District’s landscape, wildlife and history sound like a great new year resolution. The Walk-a-Month Calendar 2018 (Derbyshire & the Peak District) has been produced by Yompers, a newly formed digital and print publisher whose mission is to get adults […]
Oradour-sur-Glane – where time stands still
Oradour-sur-Glane – where time stands still – “You should go to Oradour.” The advice came from a friend as I went through the itinerary for a forthcoming vacation to France. The ultimate destination was the Dordogne where a cosy gite near Saint-Cyprien was waiting to welcome us. En route we had decided to lay up […]
Get into gear at Blenheim Palace
Get into gear at Blenheim Palace – The Blenheim Palace Festival of Transport is gearing up for the 12th annual celebration on August 27 – 28, Bank Holiday weekend. Perfect for auto enthusiasts and families, the Festival of Transport is a celebration of vintage, classic and modern classic cars, exhibitors, trade stands, competitions and motoring […]
