If you are new to visiting the city then getting around London can initially seem like an overwhelming task. Once you have found the best cheap flights, have landed in England and made your way to the city centre, it’s…
In our mission to inspire and inform Grown-up Travellers we continue our series of articles containing ideas for alternative things to do and see in well-known destinations. So far we’ve shared tips on London, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Berlin, Oslo, Paris and Amsterdam and now we’re heading over…
Traveling with kids adds a whole new dimension to your adventure, but finding activities that please everyone can be challenging. We’ve constructed a list of seven amazing experiences in France that are perfect for your little ones. From enchanting castles…
Photo credit: Thomas Hawk via photopin cc So how on earth can you stay fresh on long-haul flights? I love flying. It doesn’t matter whether my next trip is a domestic flight lasting under sixty minutes or an eight-hour transatlantic…
Tagaytay will always be a favorite weekend destination for many Filipinos, whether they’re coming from Metro Manila or nearby provinces. The year-long cool atmosphere, the homey restaurants (which usually serve Cavite and Batangas specialties), and the roadside stalls that sell…
It’s been a long time since I last covered the Danish capital’s Christmas markets, and it’s time for the 2023 edition. Not that much has changed, actually – and that’s a good thing. While indulging in the delicious treats at…
Santa Claus, known by various names around the world, is a beloved figure who spreads joy and gifts during the holiday season across the world. But Christmas customs and Santa legends vary widely between countries and cultures. From the Norwegian…
This is a guest post by Micki Kosman of The Barefoot Nomad Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula is best known for the crowded beaches and all inclusive resorts of Cancun and Playa del Carmen. As a family of four, with two little kids in…
You can’t visit Stockholm without enjoying a fika – a supposedly untranslatable word that is ‘back slang’ for the old Swedish word for coffee, kaffi. Back slang is when the syllables of a word are reversed, in case you were…
Planning a cycling holiday? It is hard to beat this type of trip because it is a brilliant way to explore a country as you can take in all the sights, breathe in the fresh air, and benefit from a…
The world’s food is more industrialized than ever. But there’s a call to go back to the beginning – agritourism and slow food. These ideas give us a break from busy life. They let us enjoy the tastes from the…
Despite the cost-of-living crisis squeezing household budgets for a second year, many families are opting for a holiday abroad this year, in search of sunshine, adventure, and a break from routine. Whether you’re planning a trip abroad or a staycation…