Ever since the 1600s, Portuguese wine has been imported into Britain. During this time, port wine began its existence when the wine of Portugal was ruined on the long, rough and treacherous sea journey over the Bay of Biscay. In order to make sure the sailors’ wine was tougher and could withstand the rough journeys
The incredibly picturesque island of Belle-Ile-En-Mer that is cloaked in mystery and surprise lies 15 kilometres off the French mainland at Brittany. Here we list why you should take a daytrip to Belle-Ile-En-Mer. This popular French island has a total of 60 beaches and due to the ocean currents that sweep past the island, has
A star-studded tax haven – The more ‘obvious’ side to Monaco’s appeal. Being just 0.7 square miles in size, it is barely plausible that the tiny state of Monaco is actually considered to be a country. Despite its minute size, there are more millionaires and billionaires in Monaco per square kilometre than anywhere else on the
Glitterati spotting and treading on the footsteps of the Rolling Stones – It has to be Villefranche-Sur-Mer! The old and quant village of Villefranche-Sur-Mer has been deservedly given the title as being the most charming and authentic French and Nicoise fishing village on the French Riviera. For decades this captivating town has been a popular place
From Chester to Rome, Durres to Nimes, there are just over 200 Roman amphitheatres left in our world in various states of repair. One of the best preserved and sixth largest Roman amphitheatre left on earth for us to enjoy is to be found on the Istrian peninsula in Croatia in the fascinating town of
The Tuscan capital Florence – A truly unmissable Italian city. Lying in a basin of the river Arno, Florence is the most populous city in Tuscany, which is the capital of the region. The city is world famous for its history, its art and its architecture. Sometimes know as the “Athens of the Middle Ages”, Florence
The mesmerism of Montserrat: Possibly Spain’s most religious mountain range. Catalonia is home to many impressive mountain ranges but with a unique skyline that represents the teeth of a carpenter’s saw, the mighty Montserrat has to be one of this stunning region’s most inspiring points. On a clear day – and let’s be honest most days
The pleasures of Porto: A truly atmospheric and charismatic Portuguese city. Situated on the River Duoro in northern Portugal, the ancient port of Porto is steeped in history and tradition. Asides being a city that gave its name to port wine, UNESCO gave both the old part of the town and the Duoro valley World Heritage
On the island of Crete just south of its capital Heraklion, there is an archaeological sensation known as Knossos. Knossos comprises of a series of ancient buildings excavated early in the last century by Sir Arthur Evans, of which the Palace of Knossos is the biggest. Knossos lies on an extremely unstable seismic fault line
Unparalleled natural diversity and a birdwatchers’ paradise at Catalonia’s Ebro Delta. The Ebro Delta at the mouth of the River Ebro, defining the border between Catalonia and the rest of Spain, is an area of great and unique natural beauty. Boasting several lagoons, numerous walking trails and stunning viewpoints, the calm and serene landscapes of the
