Welcoming over 39 million tourists per year, Istanbul is a city that has captured the attention and hearts of many wandering spirits. Big, complex and fascinating, there’s so much more to this metropolis city than meets the eye. Here, we’ve put together some facts about Istanbul, Turkey that we think […]
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St Patrick’s Day History and Traditions Explained
When you think of Saint Patrick’s Day, it’s most likely that images of green beer, Irish sayings and big green hats conjure in your mind, right? While all of this is well and good, there’s actually a lot information about the holiday’s origins and the Saint it celebrates annually on […]
A Taste of the Danube
Through the natural beauty of Austria’s Wachau Valley, with stops in quaint towns and iconic cities throughout Slovakia and Hungary, it’ll be hard not to fall in love with this river cruise along the Danube River. From beautiful architecture to abounding countryside and dynamic cities, this Danube River Cruise is […]
How to Eat Like a Local in Collioure, France
While proudly French, Collioure’s close proximity to Spain has heavily influenced the cuisine of the area, resulting in foods that are diverse and delicious in flavour. Whether you’re after a fresh seafood meal, a hearty winter dish or a cheese-filled snack, the food of Collioure and the surrounding French Pyrenees […]
What’s So Spectacular About Spain?
A country with a passion for life, Spain is the birthplace of Picasso and paella, matadors and conquistadores, Hemingway novels and the tilting windmills of Don Quixote. More than its legends, history and heroes, Spain is a place of undiscovered beauty and sun-washed treasures. Ready to step off the beaten […]
How to Experience Collioure, France Like a Local
Though proudly French, Collioure sits just 25km from Spain and is a city where two cultures collide. Beyond the pastel-hued homes that hug the rocky coastline, you’ll uncover well-respected wines and Catalan cuisine. From dining to sightseeing and local experiences, these are some of our tips and favourite places to […]