Cascais is more than Lisbon’s beach town neighbour A.J. Twist September 27, 2024 1447 If you have ever seen a picture of Cascais, Portugal there is a high degree of likelihood it has been of the blue, white and red Santa Marta lighthouse that sits on the edge of the Atlantic ocean at the estuary...
Three Perfect Days in Edinburgh Sam Watts September 1, 2024 963 Plenty of people recommend Edinburgh as a “must visit” city. Sometimes third party endorsements can produce unrealistic expectations. Where Edinburgh is concerned, the favourable comments were 100% accurate. It...
The Wreck of French, the Triumph of English Guy Rex Rodgers July 16, 2024 1652 After a lifetime of studying languages in a global context, French-born linguist Lionel Meney concludes that the battle between French and English is over in his 250 page book This provocative title is borrowed...
Six glorious days in London Sam Watts July 12, 2024 963 Is it possible to see a city of 620 square miles, in six days? The answer is yes – and no. It is certainly impossible to see everything, but with some diligent preparation you can experience London in a varie...
Barcelona: Go for the architecture, stay for the food A.J. Twist March 10, 2024 1230 Admittedly, I am one of the last travel writers to discover Europe; so imagine my pleasure as I was first whisked down the grand avenues from the Barcelona airport to my hotel on ‘La Rambla’. I immediately call...
Cruising the Marvellous Mediterranean with Holland America Michele Peterson October 17, 2023 1640 A Taste for Travel Experience an exhilarating mix of history, epic scenery and culture “Just don’t ask me for Fettucine Alfredo,” our guide, certified sommelier Luca Bartoli, says with a grin “We don’t eat it ...
The Majestic Hotel & Spa Reigns Supreme Michele Peterson September 18, 2023 4242 Elegance meets history at this emblematic luxury hotel in the heart of Barcelona The spacious Majestic Royal Penthouse boasts two terracesPhoto: Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona There’s something timeless a...
Porto is worth the trip A.J. Twist August 19, 2023 1876 During my first trip to Porto, Portugal, my cousin and I had driven in from the Douro Valley and needed our morning coffee. We found a café on a street by the Douro riverside, ordered our coffees at the inside ...
Glorious Greece Michele Peterson July 19, 2023 1531 Savouring City and Sea in Greece’s Past and Present Capitals The monuments of the Acropolis date to 5th century BC Photo: Francisco Sanchez There’s no city quite like Athens. We’ve arrived late at night, bu...
Exploring Germany’s Rhine and Moselle Rivers with Emerald Cruises Michele Peterson May 19, 2023 2123 A luxury river cruise with a magical mix of history, myth and scenery Mainz Cathedral is an architectural highlight in Germany's wine capital. Photo: Michele Peterson “Keep a look out for the Mouse Tower” said...
