8 stunning coastal walks in Sydney, Australia
There are so many beautiful coastal walks in Sydney, that it’s difficult to choose a favourite from those I tried. The city is set within …
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35 Christmas Events in Bristol 2025 – a local’s guide
The lights are twinkling in the trees, the baubles are up and the Bristol Christmas Markets are in full swing. Yes, Christmas in Bristol is …
Lake Vouliagmeni near Athens – a guide for visitors
Close the sea just south of Athens is Lake Vouliagmeni, surrounded by limestone cliffs and fed by thermal springs. With premium sun-beds, waiter service and …
The Bondi to Coogee walk – a scenic coastal trail in Sydney
Sydney has numerous beautiful coastal trails, but one of the most popular is the Bondi to Coogee walk, between two of Sydney’s most popular Eastern …
10 reasons you’ll love a European River Cruise (and 3 reasons you won’t!)
If you are culturally curious and love to explore new destinations, then a European River Cruise could be for you. On my cruises on the …
Walking the Thames Path National Trail – our top tips
Read our tips for hiking the Thames Path National Trail, a 300km long distance path that runs from the source of the River Thames in …
Hiking the Thames Path National Trail – Kingston to Woolwich – Days 13-15
The final section of our hike on the Thames Path National Trail brought us into London and the end of our 15 day walk. Over …
Hiking the Thames Path National Trail – from Henley to Kingston – Days 9-12
From Henley to Kingston the Thames Path National Trail offers a blend of rural to urban landscapes, as the river flows steadily towards the outskirts …
Hiking the Thames Path National Trail – from Oxford to Henley – Days 5-8
Walking from Oxford to Henley on the Thames Path National Trail, you’ll enjoy wild and isolated water meadows, but there’s also the pleasant buzz of …
Hiking in Andros Greece – the Andros Routes walking trails
The Greek island of Andros in the Cyclades, offers a network of well marked hiking trails, often with a beach to swim at the end. …
Hiking the Thames Path National Trail – from Source to Oxford – Days 1-4
From a trickle of water at its source, the Thames meanders through the Cotswolds in verdant fields and water meadows, transitioning from stream to navigable …