Best London Museums that are free: top tours + map 2025
No visit to London is complete without stepping into one of its world-class museums. From art to architecture, dinosaurs to design icons, there’s a gallery here for you. And as…
101 Best British Snacks that make Great Souvenirs
Next time you visit our capital city don’t forget to forage for some quintessential London snacks to bring home with you. A selection box of biscuits, indulgent bars of chocolate…
Fun things to do in London in winter: by a local
There are plenty of good reasons to plan a visit to London in Winter. Low season London has fewer crowds and is often cheaper too. Here are lots or fun…
Christmas at Kew Gardens London: local’s guide
Take a twilight winter walk along a magical trail of sound and light. Stop en route to toast marshmallows or sip a warming toddy. To round off the year here’s…
Awesome Historical Places in London: plus itinerary
If you’re a history lover like me London is a treasure trove. This is a city with 1000 years of history in its streets and every century has left stories…
Piedmont: a secret region of Italy you must see 2025
Beautiful Piedmont is one of Italy’s best kept secrets. The Piedmont region of Italy lies to the north west of the country and it’s one of the most important wine…
The Best Historic Old Pubs in Windsor and Eton: 2025
The town of Windsor on the outskirts of London is famous for its castle, a working royal palace and the much loved home of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.…
Bürgenstock Hotel & Spa: a Luxury Swiss Retreat
Looking for the ultimate hotel and spa experience? The sybaritic pleasures of luxury living, up-scale treatments, fine food and spectacular views? With plenty to do if you want adventure too?…
How to Visit the Long Walk Windsor Great Park: 2025
Steeped in 1000 years of history, Windsor Castle, on the outskirts of London, is the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world. It’s also a working royal palace. The…
The Best Pubs near Royal Albert Hall: by a local 2025
If you’re going to a concert or a show at the Royal Albert Hall in Kensington, London the chances are you’ll be looking for a drink and a bite to…
Try Cape Town in Winter: June to September secrets
Cape Town in winter is a chance to experience South Africa’s stunning city by the sea in a different light. With fewer crowds, lower prices and cooler temperatures than in…
The Wimbledon Queue – is it worth it? 2025
The Wimbledon Queue is a phenomenon that’s grown up around the most famous tennis tournament in the world. As athletes compete for a share of the £44 million prize fund,…