Zurich Christmas Markets
Zurich Christmas Markets You might not think it’s possible to do Zurich in one day, but that’s exactly what we did when we were invited by Classic Collection Holidays to discover Zurich Christmas Markets with them in early December! We
Weekend in Monaco
Weekend in Monaco The last time I visited Monaco it was on a motorbike, so I was hoping this Weekend in Monaco, courtesy of Kirker Holidays, would be a bit more salubrious. I could not have hoped for a better
Highlights of Dubai
Luxury is probably the first word that comes to mind when you think of Dubai, with the iconic skyscrapers and the magnificent range of hotels to choose from; and it is no wonder that it is one of the top
San Clemente Palace
St Regis Venice San Clemente Palace is a unique hotel situated on its own private island in the heart of the Venice lagoon. The hotel, originally a 17th century monastery, sits surrounded by lush gardens with wonderful views of the
Graffiti as Art?
Palazzo Venier dei Leoni, on the Grand Canal, is an unfinished palace and worth a visit even if you think modern art is just a load of Jackson Pollocks. The museum first opened to the public in 1951 and Peggy
Venetian Food
My holiday destinations this year seem to have been inspired by Rick Stein’s latest TV series ‘From Venice to Istanbul’ and it is certainly true that one of the things I love about travel is trying new food and understanding
Lost in Venice
Venice, an enchanting city lying between sea and land, made up of a series of islands and canals, nestling in a lagoon. This unique position, on the edge of continental Europe and the Orient, has made Venice an influential trading port through the ages, shaping
Paris
I was recently invited to experience Eurostar on a day trip to Paris and was reminded how easy it is to travel right into the heart of Paris in just over 2 hours. It was an early start though so,
Reykjavik Iceland
An awed silence descended over the coach as we transferred from Keflavik airport to Reykjavik on the long road across lava fields. The landscape seemed other worldly, devoid of vegetation and trees; you could see how this would make ideal
City Break Packing – Help is on Hand
Three words. Just three little words. How do they make us feel? What images do they conjure up? What memories do they stir within us? We all remember the first time – it’s like it was yesterday, how could we