A museum filled with locks of strangers’ hair, castles inhabited by monsters, swimming pools filled with beer…who comes up with these things? Find out for yourself. (And remember, it’s always best to prepare for the surreal by basing yourself in reality. Book your flights in advance and invest in some travel insurance.) Europe is home to some of the most bizarre and obscure attractions in … Continue reading Weird But Wonderful: Europe’s Top Strange Attractions

Travelling with the kids this summer and not sure what to do to make sure they’re entertained? Take them to a fun park – no family holiday is complete without it. The children will have a blast and when they’re having a good time, so are the parents. It can also be a great idea to invest in some family travel insurance before you go, … Continue reading Visit Europe’s Fabulous Family Fun Parks this Summer

For even the most experienced travellers, adding children into the mix can make it a whole new ballgame. You have to do a lot more preparation, budget much more carefully (thank God for cheap family travel insurance) and be far more aware of your surroundings once you’re actually abroad. These helpful tips and tricks will make all that planning a snap – and before you … Continue reading Top Tips for Travelling in Europe with Children

You’ve seen it all. Paris. Rome. Milan. Berlin. It’s all been done. You’re absolutely sure you’ve explored every last corner of Europe. You’re desolate and depressed – and in luck. I’ve scoured the globe and found six secret spots that most people have never even heard of. Now, you can happily continue on your whirlwind European adventures, free of repeating anything you’ve already done. And … Continue reading 6 Places in Europe You’ve Never Heard Of!

For would-be explorers, living in the contemporary world can be a bit of a drag. Apart from outer space and the bottom of the ocean, just about everything has already been discovered. It may seem as though there’s nothing new to find unless you want to invest in deep-sea diving gear or a spacesuit. But what about the treasures that have been forgotten, tucked away … Continue reading 3 Off-the-Beaten-Track European Gems

No bucket list is complete without a European adventure. One of the greatest parts of travelling to places such as Paris, Athens and Venice is all the culture and history that surround these fascinating cities. I’ve compiled a list of what I believe to be the top cultural gems of Europe – perfect additions when you’re planning your next trip. I always find the hardest … Continue reading A Cultural Bucket List Trip to Europe

Beijing is one of the most remarkable destinations around the world. Featured with many several monuments and interesting historical sites, Beijing is often where many travel packages to China begin. One of the most notable historical sites and the most significant landmark of Beijing is the Forbidden City. Being the residence of many Chinese emperors, the Forbidden City is featured with many wonderful halls, numerous … Continue reading The Forbidden City in Beijing

There are numerous interesting places to explore Beijing, the Chinese capital to the extent that it would be a hard task to explore everything just in one trip. However, like any other large city around the world, there are some major historical sites that tourists who travel to China should never miss during their visit to Beijing. Among the most wonderful monuments of Beijing, the … Continue reading The Summer Palace of Beijing in China