Hiking the Thames Path National Trail – from Henley to Kingston – Days 9-12
From Henley to Kingston the Thames Path National Trail offers a blend of rural to urban landscapes, as the river flows steadily towards the outskirts …
Heather Cowper
10 festive reasons to visit Malaga at Christmas
Christmas in Malaga is a time when the city is buzzing with festive atmosphere. The pedestrianised streets of the historic centre are strung with sparkling …
38 Christmas Events in Bristol 2024 – a local’s guide
The lights are twinkling in the trees, the baubles are up and the Bristol Christmas Markets are in full swing. Yes, Christmas in Bristol is …
Hiking the Thames Path National Trail – from Oxford to Henley – Days 5-8
Walking from Oxford to Henley on the Thames Path National Trail, you’ll enjoy wild and isolated water meadows, but there’s also the pleasant buzz of …
Hiking in Andros Greece – the Andros Routes walking trails
The Greek island of Andros in the Cyclades, offers a network of well marked hiking trails, often with a beach to swim at the end. …
Hiking the Thames Path National Trail – from Source to Oxford – Days 1-4
From a trickle of water at its source, the Thames meanders through the Cotswolds in verdant fields and water meadows, transitioning from stream to navigable …
Basque Country itinerary – 1 week car free in Northern Spain
The Basque region in northern Spain, known in Basque as Euskadi, has a personality that’s quite different from the south of the country. In our …
19 Best things to do in Bilbao, Spain (2025)
Bilbao in northern Spain has transformed itself from the country’s industrial powerhouse to a vibrant city of art and culture. We share the best things …
Eduardo Chillida in San Sebastian – where to see his sculptures
Art lovers visiting San Sebastian in Spain will notice El Peine del Viento and other sculptures by Eduardo Chillida all around the city. Chillida was …
20 Top things to do in San Sebastian (2025) – Basque Spain
San Sebastian in Basque Spain is a city-break destination that seems to have it all: three gorgeous beaches, a lively Pintxos scene, picturesque old town …
20 best things to do in Santa Cruz Tenerife (2025)
As the capital of Tenerife, Santa Cruz has more of a big city feel than other parts of the island. This is the kind of …