Discovering England's Isle of Wight

After six months into the coronavirus lockdown experience, it was natural to want to leave our house in Stockbridge, Hampshire and travel a little - preferably to the coast, which is never far away in England. In fact, just 20 miles to the south l

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3 fascinating places to visit in Dublin that aren't pubs

Ah, the famous Irish pub. This country's capital is reckoned to have 751 of them, and its convivial pub life is for many visitors a big part of the city's allure. But there are also a number of remarkable sights highlighting the richness of Dublin'

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Spain/Portugal/Greece/Britain cited in '13 of the World's Most Spiritual & Sacred Places'

“There are no unsacred places; there are only sacred places and desecrated places.”

                         ― U.S. novelist, poet, essayist, environmental activist, & cultural critic Wendell Berry

If you’re a "seeker," who travels in part to

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3 essentials of Vienna

The capital of Austria boasts an extraordinarily rich history and plenty of attractions, thanks mostly to its legacy as the centre of the Austro-Hungarian Empire of the late 19th and early 20th century, but of course going back much further. So wh

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Why a Europe river cruise might be your dream trip

Once travel is back on the menu, lovers of the "Old Continent" might want to get a new perspective on a number of beloved countries by experiencing them from the water. A European river cruise can be a dream come true for those of us who want to ex

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When Visiting Prague, Make Time for Bohemia and Moravia, Too

By now most everyone is well aware what a many-splendored thing is Prague, and some may even have heard of UNESCO World Heritage Site Český Krumlov. But if you're thinking of a visit to the Czech Republicin 2014, this bucolic rolling countryside is d

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Romance along the canals of Amsterdam

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Welcome back to Spain! Here's what to expect in our 'new normal'

 

Across the world, throughout the spring of 2020 we've all been living through a global public-health emergency unprecedented in our lifetimes. But now, after the extraordinary measures due to the coronavirus and COVID-19 which closed borders and

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8 scintillating spots in Sicily

Italy's largest island is in some ways like a world unto itself, packed with amazing, art, architecture, history, cuisine, mud baths, and of course lovely beaches bathed in turquoise waters. Sicily's magic has been shaped by civilizations including

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Slovakia is an under-the-radar European gem

In the delicious blend of old and new that are Central Europe and Eastern Europe, many amazing destinations once locked away behind the "Iron Curtain" of the 1940s through 1980s have of course become favourites of international travelers - particu

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Gorgeous Cadouin monastery in France's Dordogne

Founded in 1115 and situated in a narrow valley in the south of the Dordogne, the Abbey de Cadouin is classified as a 'monument historique'. For 800 years this Cistercian abbey drew in pilgrims making the journey to view a sacred piece of cloth belie

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Ireland's national cemetery, Glasnevin in Dublin

If this was not in fact the highest point in Dublin, it certainly felt like it. After climbing the 198 steps to the top of Glasnevin Cemetery's Daniel O’Connell Tower (below) -  Ireland's highest round tower - I was able to gaze over the entire ci

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8 splendid stops along Spain's Way of St. James

It’s that time of year again. In Spain, practically every day is the “feast day” of at least one Catholic saint. But the most famous of all is today, the Feast of Santiago (St. James the Greater), a disciple of Jesus Christ whose relics after his

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7 Budapest bucket-listers, especially for honeymooners

With its picturesque landmarks - a legacy of the grand Austro-Hungarian Empire - and lively rooftop bars, Hungary's handsome capital is a great experience for any visitors but is ideal for newlyweds, a diverse blend of attractions, landmarks, and r

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A quick, handy intro to Greece

Not many countries in Europe can offer you the multitude of attractions of Greece, including sandy beaches with limpid waters; ancient ruins and citadels; lush forests; delicious cuisine; numerous cultural festivals; and relaxed lifestyle, not as

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In Odessa, Ukraine, the Il DeCameron Hotel is an amazing address

Eastern European tourism has of course been booming in the past decade, and will no doubt recover much of its popularity as the world emerges from coronavirus/COVID-19 lockdown and people begin traveling more again. But the country of Ukraine - E

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3 fabulous places to visit during a weekend in Geneva

Switzerland's second largest city, and capital of Romandy, the French-speaking region that makes up a quarter of the country, is a handsome, elegant, and affair with a gorgeous lake- and riverside setting, cosmopolitan cultural and dining scene,

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The special winter charm of Antalya, Turkey

The city of Antalya lies on the Mediterranean coast in the south of Turkey, a truly vast country. Sheltered on one side by the Taurus Mountains and bathed by the blue waters of the Mediterranean on the other, in just a few years the region of Antal

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Beyond Gaudí: Modernism in Barcelona

Read about this seminal architectural movement without which Catalonia's capital would be unimaginable, in our Love2Fly blog!

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London's Traditional Markets Entertain & Enlighten

Autumn's cool and crisp in London, lovely for both outdoor rambling and indoor activities. One great feature of the city that offers both and pleases almost everyone. Covered, uncovered, on streets or converted Victorian buildings, London marketsare

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