When I told my colleague I was planning a visit to Greece during the winter months, he thought I was crazy. He said that Greece was not great in winter… too cold, go in summer. Now, if you’ve been reading…
Discovering Romania
Romania is a beautiful country characterised by diverse architectural influences, mountainous landscapes, colourful medieval villages, hill-top castles and of course, traditional folk culture. For years, I had dreamed of venturing to Transylvania. Meandering through the snow-covered Carpathian Mountains and escaping…
A day trip to your destination
For the slow traveller who enjoys exploring far beyond the usual tourist traps, consider booking a one-way tour to get to your next destination. You will avoid all the the inconveniences of air travel, get your own local guide for…
Wonderfully Warsaw
With its rich intense history, gorgeous architecture and passionate people, what’s not to love about Poland’s capital city? Here are our top picks for experiencing Warsaw in December. Wander around Castle Square, Old Town and New Town. Get lost in…
Historic Vilnius
Lithuania’s capital Vilnius is a southern Baltic city characterised by a rich, yet tumultuous history. A colleague had recommended we spend more time in Vilnius than Tallinn, however this really comes down to what you expect to experience from your…
Remarkably Riga
We spent last Christmas in Riga and what an amazingly understated little city this is! With far fewer crowds, gorgeous festive markets and an incredibly beautiful Art Deco district, Riga is a Baltic town you absolutely must add to your…