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27 April, 2015
A tennis court in Portugal

Three great places to play tennis in the Algarve

If you were asked to name three associations with the Algarve what would it be? Golf, sunshine and beaches perhaps? While Portugal’s popular southern spot is world-renowned for its beautiful beaches, almost year-round sunshine and being a haven for golfers, its penchant to cater for the tennis player is considerably less well documented.

24 April, 2015
Celebrating Bastille Day in France

Celebrating Bastille Day in France

If you’re in France on 14 July then you’re in for a memorable experience as this is the date the whole of the country comes alive in mutual celebration of Bastille Day. Bastille Day is celebrated by numerous methods, which are very much dependent on a particular province, city or town.

22 April, 2015
Two great forthcoming cultural events in the Dordogne

Two great forthcoming cultural events in the Dordogne

The Dordogne in France has long been a fascination of the British traveller. This stunning rural region rightly conjures up images of green fields bathed in sunshine, mighty rivers rolling through dramatic gorges and villages and towns that enjoy life at their own pace. Yes, it’s safe to say if we want to experience picturesque

10 April, 2015
Things to do in Pollenca with children

Things to do in Pollenca with children

Nestled between two hills that are each topped with a sacred site, the town of Pollenca, on the eastern edge of the Serra de Tramuntana, has been described as the “perfect Mallorcan town.” You can soak up the culture in a relaxing atmosphere by wining, dining and shopping in great bars, restaurants and boutiques. Although

9 April, 2015
Resort town of Kalkan

Kalkan: The Turkish town where there is never a dull moment!

What was once a traditional fishing village is now an upmarket and cosmopolitan coastal town! Kalkan, on Turkey’s south-western coast, is brimming with chic bars, trendy shops and exclusive seafood restaurants. Though despite its sophisticated makeover, what’s especially appealing about Kalkan is that it hasn’t lost its traditional roots. Its old town is lined with