Kefalonia is the largest island in the Ionian Sea. This beautiful island has seen some harrowing acts of war over the centuries, particularly in the Second World War when 5000 Italian soldiers were massacred by the Nazis after the Italian armistice of 1943. Two films were made here about that dark period, ‘Captain Corelli’s Mandolin’,
Lindos on Rhodes – A top contender for the paradisiacal worldwide travel destinations (if there was such an award). The town of Lindos has justifiably been referred to as being the jewel of Rhodes. This picturesque and historic seaside town has seen stonemasons through the ages as well as fighting men and warrior kings. These
Named after its beautiful pink rock formations, which line the shoreline and glow warmly as the sun goes down in the western sky, the rose granite coast of Brittany never fails to attract a constant trickle of tourists. This rare rock can only be found elsewhere in China and Corsica. The rocks take the form
When it comes to a commitment to world-class cooking, the French are second to none. Paying testament to this unrivalled loyalty is the fact that since 2003 some 40 chefs have gathered in south west France in a force known as Les Toques Blanches du Roussilon. This sought after and renowned event is aimed at
The Spanish authorities seem to be much more understanding and accommodating than their British counterparts when it comes to barbecue facilities in the countryside. Although the risk of fire in the Spanish sierras is sometimes high, barbecues in Spain are still allowed between mid-October and mid-June. Many of these purpose-built barbecue areas can be found
With the fragile economy still pumping through Britain’s veins, ‘tightening our belts’ financially has become, for many, a necessary feature of modern life. This includes when we are on holiday, which if we’re not careful can end up costing a small fortune. This is when endeavouring to visit the less inexpensive local haunts can prove
The Andalucian city of Malaga is the sixth largest city in Spain. Due to its proximity to the southernmost tip of Europe, this cosmopolitan town is blessed with some of the mildest winters in the whole of Europe. Mild winters is however not the only reason to visit Malaga in winter. The capital of the Costa
Standing at an imposing 3482 metres high, Mount Mulhacen is the highest peak on mainland Spain. If you are partial to a bit of mountaineering, then the snowy slopes of this magnificent mountain are all but guaranteed to get satisfy all craving for a Spanish mountaineering adventure. There are many different routes to the top of
The wonderful city of Rennes is the capital of Brittany. With beautiful old buildings, fine gardens, a bursting events calendar and a vibrant art scene, a visit to Rennes is by no way confined to a particular month or season. Having said this, with sparse crowds and a crisp climate, Rennes in November can be
As you slowly drift downwind with only the occasional burst of the burners to remind you that air must be heated in order to hold you aloft, hot air ballooning is a graceful yet at the same time nail-biting sport. With cloudless skies of azure blue for more than 300 days a year, ballooning over
