Destinations

    Fun things to do in London in winter: by a local

    By Map & Family

    October 15, 2023

    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…

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    Christmas at Kew Gardens London: local’s guide

    By Map & Family

    October 10, 2023

    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…

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    Historical places in London: Horse Guards and the London Eye. Copyright@2023mapandfamily.com

    Awesome Historical Places in London: plus itinerary

    By Map & Family

    September 2, 2023

    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…

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    Village of Barolo with surrounding rolling landscape. Copyright DepositPhotos

    Piedmont: a secret region of Italy you must see 2025

    By Map & Family

    August 27, 2023

    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…

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    The Best Historic Old Pubs in Windsor and Eton: 2025

    By Map & Family

    August 24, 2023

    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.…

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    Bürgenstock Hotel & Spa: a Luxury Swiss Retreat

    By Map & Family

    August 15, 2023

    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?…

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    Showing the full length of the Windsor Long Walk and its avenue of trees. Copyright@2023 mapandfamily.com

    How to Visit the Long Walk Windsor Great Park: 2025

    By Map & Family

    August 14, 2023

    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…

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    A historic pub called The Elephant and Castle with a golden sign depicting an elephant. Copyright@2023 mapandfamily.com

    The Best Pubs near Royal Albert Hall: by a local 2025

    By Map & Family

    August 12, 2023

    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…

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    Whale leaping out of Atlantic sea near Cape Town in winter. Copyright Deposit Photos

    Try Cape Town in Winter: June to September secrets

    By Map & Family

    July 21, 2023

    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…

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    Official sign fixed to park railings showing direction of the Wimbledon Queue. Copyright@2023mapandfamily.com

    The Wimbledon Queue – is it worth it? 2025

    By Map & Family

    July 11, 2023

    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,…

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    Procida Island: a hidden Italian gem you’ll love 2025

    By Map & Family

    July 7, 2023

    The pretty island of Procida near Naples has some of the most colorful houses in Italy, yet surprisingly it is still a hidden gem. We hopped on the Naples Procida…

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    30 Things to do in Wimbledon London by a local 2025

    By Map & Family

    July 6, 2023

    Whether you’re visiting for the Tennis Championships, to browse the Village boutiques or to head out for a country walk, here’s a local’s guide to all the best things to…

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