Madeira Wine Festival 2024, Madeira
The Madeira Wine Festival, scheduled for 25 August to 15 September this year, is a significant ethnographic and cultural event on the Portuguese island.Coinciding with the grape harvest, it celebrates…
Is Podgorica Worth Visiting?
Probably one of the most overused words in travel literature is undiscovered – I confess to be a repeat offender. While Montenegro has been on the tourism radar for quite…
Batumi : Georgia Away from the Crowds
“The word “tourist” is still quite new to us,” said our Batumi guide. This sounded a strange statement when having just got off a cable car, I am enjoying the…
Ericeira, Mafra and Cape Roca: Day Trip from Lisbon
The Portuguese capital is one of the most popular destinations in Europe for good reason, but while there you can enjoy a day trip from Lisbon to incredible sites such…
Take Me to the River: E-Biking in the Douro Valley
Gill Haynes goes on an E-biking adventure in the Douro Valley Portugal and creates quite a bang. “Hmm – that seems bit hot,” I thought as I pulled the e-bike…
10 Unmissable Things to Do in New Zealand
Welcome to the land of the long white cloud – New Zealand. If you’re planning a trip to this beautiful country, you’re in for a treat. With stunning landscapes, friendly locals…
From Wildlife to Wine: 10 Unforgettable Things to Do in South Africa
South Africa is a country full of diverse landscapes, fascinating wildlife, and rich cultural heritage. From the bustling cities to the scenic countryside, there is always something new and exciting…
Le Corbusier and Urban Hiking in Stuttgart
Mark Bibby Jackson visits Stuttgart and discovers a green city far removed from its industrial reputation and a visionary architectural exhibition. If Rome is known for its seven hills, then…
Head to SLO CAL for a Foodie Adventure
San Luis Obispo and the surrounding county are making their mark on the culinary scene. In the SLO CAL region, where there are hundreds of farms, agriculture is thriving. These…
Wine-tasting in Italy’s Piedmont Region
Marion Ainge takes an intoxicating wine tour and recalls a teenage romance while visiting Italy’s Piedmont region. In Italy‘s Piedmont region, I’m introduced to ‘Jesus’. During the bi-annual Easter Passion…
Back to the Future at Toppesfield Vineyard
Roger Hermiston and Eileen Wise stay at Toppesfield Vineyard in Essex, to enjoy the excellent wine and luxury accommodation. It was the most ravishing of views. As the late summer…
High Culture in Monthey, Martigny and Sion, Valais Switzerland
Mark Bibby Jackson takes a cultural excursion to Valais Switzerland reaching new heights. It is somewhere as we are approaching 3,000 metres and the distant refuge that we have been…
Gusbourne Estate Vineyard
Neil Hennessy-Vass discovers the fruits of tasting wine in the UK at Gusbourne Estate Vineyard in Kent. Started in 2004 by founder Andrew Weeber across 350 acres in south facing…
4 Eco Things to Do in Tenerife
Mark Bibby Jackson discovers the varied eco things to do in Tenerife so long as you are prepared to venture away from the beaches and bars. Our Tenerife birdwatching guide…
Putting Monmouthshire on the Gastronomic Map
Mal Tattersall visits Monmouthshire to discover the wonderful food, wine and mead on offer in this county sandwiched between Wales and England, as well as go on a forage. It’s…
MonteRosola: Sustainable Wine Growing in the Volterra
James Clark discovers that MonteRosola Tuscany winery is making a name for itself in one of Italy’s top wine regions, with sustainability at its heart. Volterra is the oldest town…
New East Yorkshire Wine Trail
Imagine an English wine tour and thoughts might naturally turn to Hampshire, Kent or Sussex. But from this summer, there’s a new kid on the block… Yorkshire. And an East…
Malta Launches Winery and Culture Trails
Malta Tourism Authority has launched two new trails to make planning a trip to Malta as easy as possible. As an emerging wine destination, the new ‘winery trail’ highlights several…
Sustainable Christmas Gifts for Gourmets
Irene Caswell takes a virtual trip to Santa’s grotto and returns with some sustainable Christmas gifts suggestions especially for gourmets. Food and drink is one of the special delights of…
Wine Tasting Staycation on a Sussex Vineyard
This summer is all about rediscovering the beauty of England, from the lakes to the seaside, the mountains to the broads, the quaint sleepy villages to the bustling cities and…
Explore Geneva’s Open Cellars
This summer, wine lovers should look no further than Geneva, the third largest winegrowing region in Switzerland, when picking their post-lockdown getaway…
Develop a New Skill in Toulouse
Many of us have taken the opportunity of the COVID19 lockdown to learn a new skill. Now you can continue this trend on holiday by learning a skill in Toulouse…
Discover Toulouse Rugby, Culture and Food
Before the corona-lockdown James Clark travelled to Southwest France to discover the plethora of things to do in Toulouse, home of the Concorde, and a city full of culture, amazing…
Rosé Wine Suggestions for Spring Coronacation
In these troubled times we might not be able to explore unknown lands or even pop to the local pub. But we can have wine delivered right to our door…
