April in London 2025: all you need to know by a local
It’s springtime, but is April a good month to visit London? Here’s an insider’s guide: from seasonal things to do and events in the capital to what April weather in…
Guide to Central London Neighbourhoods + Things to Do
Central London is the heart of the capital and the area that contains many of the most popular London attractions. London city centre is made up of a collection of…
Russell Square London: garden, hotels + cafes to know
One of the capital’s traditional garden squares, Russell Square London is really worth a visit. Right next door to the British Museum it has a leafy public garden with a…
Where is hot in April in Europe? 14 Sunniest Places
As winter’s cold sets in we start to yearn for sunny days and a springtime break. So where in Europe is hot in April? The good news is, there’s plenty…
Sunsets in Cape Town: best beach, city + mountain views
A great Cape Town sunset is truly spectacular. As the sun goes down the sky lights up in glowing shades of red and orange, even violet. And there are plenty…
Visiting Pompeii Italy: how to plan an unforgettable trip
Travel back to the time of the Romans at the ancient city of Pompeii, Italy, destroyed when the volcano Vesuvius erupted in AD79. Our guide includes top things to do…
Fun things to do in Kefalonia Greece + where to stay
We visited Kefalonia Greece in October to get to know the biggest of the Ionian islands at a peaceful time of year. We stayed in three very different villas on…
Paxos Greece: an unspoilt island getaway to remember
Tiny Paxos in the Ionian islands of Greece is a haven of brilliant blue seas and secluded bays. It’s a place to relax with family and friends: swimming, sunning, exploring…
Antipaxos Greece: the must-see island near Paxos 2025
If you’re staying on the Ionian island of Paxos in Greece then a day trip to Antipaxos is a must. This tiny and secluded island has sheltered bays with crystalline…
Fiskardo Kefalonia: things to do, where to stay 2025
Imagine a Greek island village with a sophisticated edge. Fiscardo, Kefalonia has brightly painted houses overlooking a harbour where fishing boats bob beside luxury yachts. We think we’ve found one…
How to Visit Southbank Christmas Market London: 2024
Combine festive fun with art, culture and scenic views at the Southbank Christmas Market this December in London. Along the banks of the River Thames by the Southbank Centre enjoy…
How to Visit the London Bridge Christmas Market: 2024
Take a winter walk on the banks of the Thames to the London Bridge Christmas Market. Known as Winter by the River, you’ll find it on the south side of…