The best Athens restaurants – our favourites by neighbourhood
While visitors flock to see the Acropolis and other ancient sights of Athens, many are unaware of its vibrant food scene. The best Athens restaurants …
Heather Cowper
Visiting the Acropolis in Athens – here’s what you need to know
Visiting the Acropolis is one of the highlights of your visit to Athens, a must-see site that epitomises Ancient Greece. This rocky hill is topped …
Food in Athens – 23 dishes and foodie experiences you’ll want to try!
Athens tends to get overlooked by travellers rushing on to the Greek islands. But, the quality of the food in Athens is one of the …
Visit Tredegar Wales – in the footsteps of Aneurin Bevan, father of the NHS
In South Wales we discovered the fascinating industrial heritage of Tredegar, a small town with some big stories to tell! Born from iron and coal …
11 fun things to do in Harrogate – our winter break
Set in the heart of Yorkshire, Harrogate made its name as a spa town in the 18th and 19th century. Mineral wells attracted the fashionable …
Talland Bay Hotel – a quirky, luxury hotel in Cornwall
Set on the clifftops overlooking the sea, Talland Bay Hotel offers a gorgeous setting that seems to rejuvenate the soul. This is the classic Cornwall …
A Guide to Big Pit and the Blaenavon Industrial Landscape in South Wales
Blaenavon and nearby valleys of South Wales were once the powerhouse of the industrial revolution, mining coal and iron ore, that was transported by canal …
10 reasons why Lanzarote is a top winter sun destination in Europe
As the weather starts to cool in Europe, many people look for winter sun destinations that are easy to reach from Europe. It certainly lifts …
Abergavenny Wales, a foodie town – where to eat and stay
The market town of Abergavenny in Wales sits at the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park and is the ideal spot for a weekend …
Sir Athens suites – a stylish boutique hotel in Kolonaki, Athens
My stay at Sir Athens suites offered a luxurious break and a chance to explore Kolonaki, one of the most upscale neighbourhoods of Athens. This …
Mamma Mia Film Locations in Greece – Skopelos, Skiathos and Pelion
The hit movie Mamma Mia had us singing along to those catchy Abba songs and loving the feel-good Greek locations. If you’re a fan you …