France’s gastronomic capital is an inspiring city, full of historic treasures and hidden gems. Here are some things to keep an eye out for in Lyon, France. Traboule markers Traboules are one of Lyon’s best-known secrets and play an integral part to the city’s history. Traboules are covered passageways that […]
Author: Natalie King
Seven of Brazil’s tastiest foods to indulge in
With an intriguing culture and history, it comes as no surprise that the culinary scene in Brazil is the same. Here are seven of Brazil’s tastiest foods to indulge in, with a mix of local, African and European influences. 1. Feijoada Regarded as the national dish of Brazil, feijoada is […]
Awaken your senses in Thailand with Cosmos
Turn ‘someday’ into ‘today’ with an affordable coach tour of Thailand, including virtually everything you need to plan, go and discover this exceptional country. Now is the time to awaken your senses in Thailand with Cosmos. Discover temples Thailand honours a centuries-old tradition of following Buddhism as their main religion. […]
A day in the life onboard my Rhône river cruise with Avalon
Ever wondered how most days pan out onboard an Avalon Waterways river cruise? While this can be subject to change, here’s a day in the life onboard my Rhône river cruise with Avalon. 6:00AM I woke up early to watch the sun rise over the Rhône River today and boy, […]
River cruises for every type of traveller
Avalon puts the “you” in “unique” with special interest themed river cruises. These have been curated to suit your passions and pursuits, providing river cruises for every type of traveller. Active & Discovery If you want your holiday to include action-packed experiences and interactive discoveries, look no further than an […]
A short history behind the pub culture of the UK
With approximately 50,000 pubs dotted across the UK, these beloved institutions are integral to this country. From unique architecture to famous patrons, here is a short history behind the pub culture of the UK. Origins Rewind to the Roman times when tabernae, or wine shops, were established along the Roman […]