On this short self-guided walking itinerary along the Moscow River you will take in some of the best, and worst, monuments and cultural sites of Moscow on foot. You’ll also be rewarded with excellent views of the Kremlin complex and
A royal day out in Copenhagen from toy soldiers to crown jewels
You know that you’re getting old when all the policemen and soldiers look 12-years-old. The soldiers guarding Amalienborg Palace in Copenhagen, home to Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II, not only look 12, they look like they should be dangling from
Explore Lyon with this self-guided walking tour
Lyon, France’s third city, is filled with historical architecture and cobbled pedestrian streets dating back the middle ages. Much of the old city is designated a UNESCO World Heritage area. Walking is the perfect way to explore Lyon’s historical attractions.
Cities to savour: Lyon
For too long Lyon has been overshadowed by Paris and Marseilles. Thanks to its rich history, cultural heritage and reputation as a foodie mecca, France’s third city has emerged as a must-visit destination in its own right.
Hotel highs: Le Negresco – Nice, France
Moments after being shown to our room on the second floor of Le Negresco, my friend and I looked at each other and burst into fits of school-girlish giggles. We both feel a rather naughty sense that people like us
Why you really need to visit Oslo
There’s so much to love about Oslo. Norway’s capital centre is blessed with a picture-postcard location, stunning design and some of Europe’s top art and history museums. Often overlooked in favour of uber chic Copenhagen or trendy Stockholm, Oslo deserves
A grumpy old backpacker in WA – Part 1: Perth
A group of young travellers hovers in the foyer of the Perth City YHA hostel. They are waiting for the clock to chime 1.00pm and signal check in time. When check in commences they form an orderly line that shuffles
How to wage your own war on waste while travelling
Thanks to the hugely successful, though disturbing, ABC series, the War on Waste, Australians are switching on to the need to reduce waste at home. But what about when we’re on holiday? The war on waste doesn’t need to stop