My travelling year in 2009
2010 is well and truly here, and with snow on the ground in Bristol, I’ve been reliving the memories of some of the sunnier places …
Visiting the Basilica of Euphrasius in Poreč, Croatia
If you’re a connoisseur of the historic monuments and beautiful churches of Croatia, you’ll enjoy the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Basilica of Euphrasius …
Visiting the Munich Residenz – Palace of the Bavarian rulers
The Residenz in Munich is the opulent palace at the heart of the city, former home of the ruling Wittelsbach dynasty. It’s a dazzling blend …
Dining at Haxnbauer Munich – for hearty Bavarian food
If you can think of nothing better than a roast pork dinner, served in the traditional Bavarian style, then Haxnbauer in Munich is your kind …
What to see on a weekend in Lisbon – Podcast
In this travel podcast, you’ll hear the sights and sounds of my weekend in Lisbon, the capital of Portugal that I visited with my husband. …
The Dirndl in Munich – traditional clothing for Oktoberfest
When you visit Munich, be sure to check out the Dirndl dresses that every well-dressed Bavarian lady has in her wardrobe. I was intrigued by …
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Gunwharf Quays – tips for a fun day out
If you’re on England’s south coast and are looking for a family day out, I recommend a visit to the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and the …
St Michael Berg am Laim – a baroque church near Munich
We’d been recommended to see the Michaelskirche or church of St Michael Berg am Laim just outside Munich. It’s reputed to be one of the …
Visiting the Munich Christmas Markets – Podcast
In this podcast, I’m taking you to the Munich Christmas Markets getting into the festive spirit. Snow is on the ground, German carolers are singing …
Drinking Feuerzangenbowle in the Munich Christmas Markets
On my trip to Munich I ate and drank my way through the best that the Christmas Markets could offer, including an interesting tipple called …
Šipan Island – a hideaway holiday in Croatia
Today’s memory takes me back to the five-day solo hideaway on Šipan Island near Dubrovnik in Croatia that I took two summers ago. I had …