Photo credit: JH Images.co.uk via photopin cc Many of the great cities of Europe offering culture, beauty, culinary delights and unique sights are often blighted by one negative: crowds. The Notre Dame is a beautiful sight to behold, when you…
Photo credit: Express Monorail via photopin cc When you think of the top ten holidays out there, most people’s list would involve a trip to Orlando, Florida, right? Mine certainly did, and when I visited, it was over and above…
Photo credit: Patrick Brosset via photopin cc The French capital is undoubtedly one of Europe’s most spectacular cities and well worth a visit for so many reasons. Firstly, there are the iconic sites such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame…
Thousands of holidaymakers head to Spain every year for a healthy dose of Mediterranean sunshine and laid back beachside living. As it is such a popular destination, it wouldn’t be a surprise if you wanted to find a Spanish resort…
Majorca in Spain is one of the top holiday hotspots for families to visit when going abroad. Renowned for its pristine beaches, natural beauty, golf, scenic drives and quaint seaside villages, the island is nevertheless something of a hidden gem…
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The French capital is one of the most-visited cities in the world – and deservedly so. But it’s easy to get stuck following the trail of the tour groups and feel like you’re on the same circuit as hordes of other…
The Edinburgh Festival draws crowds from around the world, and it’s no wonder: with street performers, musicians, and world class comedians often putting on shows for free, Edinburgh is a great place to be during August. Once you’ve found the…
Photo credit: M Hooper via photopin cc Australia is a melting pot for some of the most diverse fauna and flora in the world. The country offers a multitude of scenic possibilities from the oceanic Great Barrier Reef, to the…
Photo credit: joiseyshowaa via photopin cc As we work our way through the daily grind, giving everything to make a buck, the driving force that keeps us going is the ultimate goal of a happy retirement. And when the day…
Photo credit: WherezJeff via photopin cc The city of Edmonton is located in the Canadian state of Alberta, enjoying the status of the most northern city in North America. With a population pushing 1.3 million, thriving gas and oil industries,…
For quite some time, Paris has been synonymous with love in my mind. Like many others, I have always considered it the most romantic place on the planet. My girlfriend and I have often wondered why Paris is called the…