Boutique hotel in a trendy neighbourhood On a recent trip to Copenhagen, I was intrigued to explore some of the city’s up-and-coming neighbourhoods. Since this capital city is very walkable, the area called Vestebro, home to Coco Hotel, is easily accessible on foot from the museums and major sights that visitors will be keen to […]
Lisbon Lifestyle
Food, Culture and Sightseeing in Lisbon, Portugal I’m a big fan of city breaks. Each destination has its own character and unique set of experiences. Lisbon, in contrast with the big imperial capitals of London, Paris, Berlin, Vienna and Madrid, operates on a human scale. There are the big tourist attractions, but much of the […]
NH Collection Lisboa Liberdade
Location, Location, Location The location of your hotel is a key element in the planning of a successful city break. You don’t want to be wasting valuable time travelling in from the suburbs when you could be enjoying your chosen destination. The NH Collection Lisboa Liberdade, which we were invited to review, couldn’t be better […]
Fulham Pier Hotel
Small but Perfectly Formed, with amazing river views – Fulham Pier Hotel is an oasis of calm. Have you heard of Fulham Pier? Despite being close to my last London home, and despite travelling regularly to the area to see friends, I didn’t know much about the place. It’s a relatively new development, opened in […]
City Break to Lucerne – Lilu Light Festival
Lucerne: lights, chocolate, mountains, dragons and a lake Lucerne, a picturesque city in central Switzerland, surrounded by mountains, is an ideal destination for a short city break or longer holiday. This compact city is easy to get around on foot for a sightseeing trip. If you are thinking of a tour of Switzerland, Lucerne should […]
A winter visit to the charming French village of Samoëns
Samoëns: A haven for winter activities Situated in the Haute Savoie region of France, around an hour’s drive from Geneva Airport, Samoëns is a perfect destination for a winter break. Take time out to reset with a short stay in this pretty mountain village. From skiing and snowshoeing to cold yoga and ice swimming, there […]
RockyPop Flaine – a unique Ski hotel
A stay at the cool RockyPop Hotel in Flaine If you are travelling to the French ski resort of Flaine in the Haute Savoie, the modern RockyPop Hotel is the perfect base for a holiday. Its unique and fun character sets it apart from the usual mountain hotels. Situated just steps away from the commercial […]
Pastéis de Nata – The Iconic Portuguese Sweet Custard Tart
Four Places to Try Pastéis de Nata in Lisbon The Story of Pastéis de Nata The use of egg whites to starch religious garments in the early eighteenth century was the catalyst for what is now one of Portugal’s most famous dishes. That practice led to a surplus of egg yolks, and to avoid […]
Ötztal – a wonderful ski destination
Consider Ötztal in Austria as your next ski destination with its excellent snow record, variety of pistes and welcoming Tyrolean restaurants
Lisbon Restaurants – a Thriving Gastronomy to Explore
Lisbon Restaurants for your next trip to Portugal The Lisbon food scene is hot right now. There are restaurants aplenty, from Michelin-starred to food market stalls. Every price point is catered for, and it can be overwhelming to decide where to spend your precious eating opportunities and hard-earned euros. I usually spend much of my […]