Paris can be overwhelming for a first-time visitor. It’s big, it’s busy and it’s home to a mind-boggling collection of museums and monuments. It can be difficult to know where to start. France is the most visited country in the
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.
10 things I hate about your airline
A comfortable flight with good service can be a great start to a new adventure or the ideal end as I head home. But hidden costs, bad food, poor service and long delays or cancellations can just about ruin it
From Russia without love – Part 1: Stranger in Moscow
Wandering the streets of Moscow on a warm summer afternoon I was feeling really thirsty. I’d arrived in the city just a few hours earlier and was still recovering from the stress of a bizarre taxi ride. After getting off
The curious case of the borrowed 15 quid
I hate not having an alarm clock while I’m travelling. It really breaks my routine and just bugs me. Almost a month into a European trip I was desperate to acquire one, having forgot to bring one with me. So,
Welcome to the jungle – Trekking Borneo’s Headhunter Trail
Trekking Borneo’s Headhunter Trail ‘You better run like Usain Bolt!’ Nicholas said. He had just been telling me about finding himself face to face with a leopard last time he walked along this trail. So I asked for his advice
Loving Geelong’s bay walk bollards
They remind me of my nana’s wooden clothes pegs. A few of them are a little shifty looking. Others seem strangely familiar. All of them are detailed recreations of real people and events. Geelong’s wonderful, whimsical bay walk bollards have