Best Cities for a Short Break in Europe

Considering a short break in Europe? These are my top 3 destinations: Budapest, Hungary Why Budapest? It is very good value for a short break – accommodation, food and drink reasonably priced. Fairly compact so…

Istanbul 2 day travel guide – what to see and do

Updated: 2nd August 2018 Considering Istanbul but limited on time? Here’s a guide on how to make the most of this beautiful city if you’re short on time. This post includes: 2 day Istanbul itinerary…

Corfu Highlights – resorts, beaches & restaurants

Corfu is one of our favourite holiday destinations. We have travelled there many times but always look forward to returning. Jane’s sister and brother-in-law,  Janet & Chas, have lived in Corfu for over 20 years,…

Chris’s Favourite Hotels in Europe and the Rest of the World

As promised in my UK favourite hotels post (click here), here are my favourite hotels in Europe and the Rest of the World. Favourite Hotels in Europe  La Perouse, Nice The Hotel La Perouse is…

Viareggio – Tuscany by the sea!

Tuscany is synonymous with beautiful old towns, hilltop villages, vineyards and fields of sunflowers. It’s not somewhere that you usually associate with a seaside break! Where is Viareggio? When friends suggested a short break in Viareggio,…