Exploring More – Parador paradise for touring classical Spain – Spain’s tourism industry recorded yet another record breaking year in 2015. More than 60.8 million tourists flocked there between January and October according to new figures – the vast majority within a stone’s throw of sand and sea. But for those who love Spain but […]
Exploring More – Parador paradise for classical Spain
Hassle free family holidays in France
Hassle free family holidays in France – For most Francophiles, France’s enduring appeal owes as much to its phenomenal food and wine as it does its picturesque villages, fascinating history and unspoilt countryside. Over the last 25 years Madame Vacances has dedicated itself to helping couples and families alike enjoy hassle-free holidays to the secret […]
Torchlight summer evenings Roman style
Torchlight summer evenings Roman style – One of the jewels in the UK’s cultural crown, the Roman baths at Bath, will be opening until 10pm every evening during July and August for a special season of Torchlit Summer Evenings. The Roman Baths take on a magical atmosphere once the sun goes down, the crowds disappear and […]
Beauty and culture on offer in South Africa
Beauty and culture on offer in South Africa – South Africa is a dynamic, constantly evolving destination that poses a wealth of opportunities for travellers to discover its beauty and culture in an entirely new light. 2016 is the perfect time to plan a luxury holiday to South Africa to take advantage of affordable luxury, […]
The enduring appeal of Provence – 2016 events
The enduring appeal of Provence – 2016 events – What with strikes and floods, France is taking a bit of a battering at the moment. And, if like me, you are planning a driving visit there soon, there’s plenty to think about when planning ahead. The good news is there is still plenty to look […]
Guaranteed peace of mind when travelling with TomTom
Guaranteed peace of mind when travelling with TomTom – Who says three’s a crowd? For years it’s been just Linda and me – me and Linda. And yes, there have been plenty of wrong turns and late arrivals on our travels, sometimes leading to heated debates. There was that over ambitious drive from Dunkirk to […]
Liege and the Louvre partnership for fine arts
Liege and the Louvre partnership for fine arts – A new fine arts Museum, the Boverie, has opened in Liège. Overlooking the River Meuse, and located in a delightful park, the Boverie features an innovative glass extension by Rudy Ricciotti, the architect behind the European and Mediterranean Civilisations Museum in Marseilles. It will be working […]
