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A Different, Low-Waste Hotel Experience at The Drey, Earl’s Court, London
The Drey is an affordable, room-only hotel in London based on a lower-waste way to stay. There is no restaurant and no bar but its proximity to a wide range of both in Earls Court, London and partnerships with local businesses allows guests to enjoy a genuine local London experience while staying…
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A Stroll Through the History of Penzance in Cornwall
Thanks to its notoriety as a smugglers’ haunt, its importance as a coinage town for the tin mining industry and its popularity as a seaside resort Penzance has an architectural landscape spanning several eras including elegant Victorian mansions, an Art Deco open-air pool, a Georgian crescent, a…
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La Matelote – A Pearl on the Opal Coast of France
La Matelote in Boulogne sur Mer in the Pas de Calais region of France is not just an excellent restaurant nor is it simply a hotel but a delightful combination of both. Indeed, it could be referred to as a restaurant with rooms. But it is so much more than. The unique property it occupies, a…
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Beyond the Port: Why Calais Is Gaining Popularity
Calais, in the French region of Pas de Calais, fringed by the scenic Opal Coast, has re-invented itself. Visitors can ride on the massive machines, the Calais Dragon and the Varan of Calais based by the town’s glorious beach. Historic attractions include the Town Hall and Belfry and the fascinating…
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Brantôme-en-Périgord in the Dordogne and the Story of its Abbey
For centuries Brantôme-en-Périgord in the Dordogne and its Benedictine abbey existed as separate entities. During the nineteenth centuries the barriers between the two came down turning this pretty village into a fascinating destination featuring troglodyte caves and Renaissance architecture.
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Wolsztyn: Steam Train Capital of Poland
One of the joys of visiting the Polish town of Wolsztyn is the possibility of making the journey there under steam. And once there, visitors can enjoy the steam locomotive depot, the Town Square, Marcin Rożek Museum, the Robert Koch Museum and the West-Wielkopolska Folk Buildings. Or indulge in a…
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A Garrison, Gigs, Goats and Glass Fusion on St Mary’s in Scilly
A visit to the Isles of Scilly, also known as Scilly, is a unique adventure. St Mary's is the largest of the islands and has a lot to offer including a walk around the Star Castel garrison, watching gigs rowing between islands and meeting the Scilly Billies part of the Isle of Scilly Wildlife…
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Have fun being interactive in Poznań, Poland
The city of Poznań has a rich history including being the first seat of Poland as a country. It shares these events with its visitors through the entertaining and informative Poznań Gate, the Enigma Cipher Centre and the Croissant Museum.
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Getting to Know Farnham in Surrey
Farnham, snuggled in the rolling hills of Surrey, has a rich history including recognition as one of the earliest commuter towns in England. The Bishop of Winchester had a castle here and his royal guests would hunt in Farnham Park. Its heritage includes breweries and potteries culminating in its…
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Benalmádena on the Costa del Sol: Day Two
A second day exploring the Spanish town of Benalmádena starts with an ascent from its town centre, Arroya de la Miel, to the top of the imposing Monte Calamorro above it. Next stop the old town, Benalmádena Pueblo which features the Museo de Arte Precolombino, a crazy castle, a butterfly park, a…
