The beauty of spring is how it marks fresh, new beginnings. Flowers that have been quietly biding their time during winter are finally able to stretch their green shoots and bloom with pops of colour everywhere. Many-a baby animal is born, with fluffy coats and snuffly noses ready to explore the big, wide world. Warmer weather means getting outdoors more, soaking in the sunshine […]
The South of France epitomises the good life with its incredible produce, superb wines, beautiful arts and architecture, and spectacular scenery everywhere you look. But beyond the expected lies so many wonderful surprises that will forever change what you think of France. On the 8 day Active & Discovery on the […]
A big part of Europe’s appeal are the stories that are tied to many-a-historic site, so it is a huge honour and privilege for a city, town or village to have one of its landmarks designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. To be chosen, the site must have incredible cultural, historical, scientific or other type of significance. It might showcase an accomplishment […]
The Rhine is one of Europe’s most iconic rivers, flowing northbound from Graubünden in the Swiss Alps, through Germany and the Netherlands, and finally ending at the North Sea. Here are four unmissable German ports along the romantic Rhine, each with its own history and charm that we’re sure you’ll love. Mainz With half-timbered houses and medieval market squares, Mainz is […]
For many of us, one of the greatest things about travel is going to the places that we’ve read about in our favourite books. Similar to how a good book can transport us to farflung world’s and unknown cities, every author also needs a form of inspiration. Quite often, you’ll […]
Located on the Mediterranean coast of Southern France, just 25km from the Spanish border is the small, romantic town of Collioure. While proudly French, Collioure is a town where two cultures collide. With a history that far stretches both the French and Spanish occupancy, Collioure has many stories to tell. […]