Ah, Lyon. Often called the gastronomic capital of France, Lyonnais specialties are regarded of the highest quality across the globe. Not only does it have a strong foodie culture, Lyon is also filled with a charming Old Town, vibrant creative community, spectacular sights and a fascinating history. With so much to see and do, we’ve picked out the highlights for […]
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10 of the best photo spots in London
London is one of the most diverse cities in the world. Ranging from lush parks and ancient landmarks to high-end boutique shops and eclectic neighbourhoods, you could spend months exploring the city and still be finding new places to see and things to do! Bearing that in mind, here are 10 […]
7 European cities that are winter stand outs.
We often think of Europe and summer as two co-existing elements – with hot summer days stretching well into the night, lapping up Vitamin D with ocean swims, and never-ending gelato to cool down. But hang on…what’s not to love about winter time in Europe? Often overlooked, winter time has its own unique set of perks. Popular cities and attractions will […]
Discover the richness of Jewish culture along the Danube.
Jewish culture is an important part of many European countries’ histories, woven in with stories and landmarks that began over 2,000 years ago. Before World War II, the European Jewish population stood at around 9 million. Approximately 6 million Jewish people were killed in the Holocaust with much of the remaining population emigrating […]
A Guide to France’s châteaux.
One of our favourite things about France is the plethora of grand châteaux dotted around the country. The word château can be defined as a manor house, a castle, country or wine estate, or even a stately residence imitating a castle. As broad as the word is, there are over 40,000 châteaux so we have compiled a guide […]
Unmissable places to explore along the Seine.
J’adore France and all that the country has to offer. The juxtaposition between tiny villages with their laidback vibe and the big cities with iconic landmarks; the first bite of each meal that makes you exclaim “oh my gosh!”; and the spectacular scenery as you travel between places. Here are some of our favourite places to […]