Part of what’s great about the European continent is its huge diversity of food. In celebration of their own cuisine, nearly every European country has a festival dedicated to a chosen traditional delicacy or ingredient, such as the sardine, aubergine and the humble oyster. What’s great about the oyster is that unlike other seafood, it’s
It’s one of the most glamorous and well-known coastlines in the world. Where are we talking about? The French Riviera of course. From Bridget Bardot to Mick Jagger, this geographically-diverse and lavishly affluent coast has been an inspiration to many. If you are soon to have the privilege of visiting this holiday hotspot and are
Cannes might have the glamour and worldwide fame, but nearby Mougins has certainly got the quaintness and character. Mougins is a picturesque and charming village surrounded by forests of pine, cyprus and olive trees. Throughout the 20th century the village itself has been both lived in and visited by artists and famous names. Pablo Picasso
If you’re seeking sun, sand, history, great cuisine and culture this summer, then visiting Mallorca’s Pollenca will certainly fulfil such aspirations. What has been referred to as Mallorca’s “jewel of the North”, Pollenca was established by the Catalans in the 13th century. Most of Pollenca’s existing old houses were built during the 17th and 18th
The Algarve is famed for its long sandy beaches, world elite golf courses and being bathed in year-round sunshine. This southern Portuguese holiday hotspot’s culinary talents are less well-documented. But did you know the Algarve is home to a number of Michelin star restaurants? There are six Michelin Star restaurants on the Algarve. Vila Joya, Gale
While Easter celebrations can be somewhat similar around the world, Easter time on Crete and indeed on the whole of mainland Greece, is significantly different from other Western European nations. This is mainly due to the fact the Greeks use a modified version of the Julian calender instead of the Gregorian calender. In 2014 Easter
What was once scowled upon by the modest mainstream has been steadily growing in popularity. With the ever-growing prevalence of nude beaches, even local authorities across Europe are turning a blind eye. So engrained in popular culture have nudist beaches become that ‘top tens’ and ‘favourite fives’ are now regular features in the travel writing
When you think of Tuscany images of rolling hillsides, plunging valleys, rushing rivers and vineyards and olive groves as far as the eye can see, fill your thoughts. This region of what only can be described as outstanding natural beauty is home to many great parks and natural reserves, which as you can imagine, really
Paxos is a beautiful unspoilt island just to the South of Corfu. The island is just seven miles long and two miles wide and is the smallest island in the Ionian Sea. You can only get to Paxos by boat, meaning the tourist numbers (out of season) are much lower than on the other more
Nostra Pau is a charming traditional rustic finca located in one of the most expensive and sought-after parts of coastal Spain. Two kilometres of private driveway lead to this secluded country house. Being amidst pine woods and rolling hills yet a mere 20 minute drive from the Costa Brava with all of its rugged scenery,
