- 5 off-beat things to do ‘when in Rome’. Rome is a city of ancient history, sacred art and inimitable cuisine that exudes a heady lust for life. Around each corner lies a historic monument more epic than the last, whilst the streets are lined with cosy eateries; beckoning you to come inside and sample the sumptuous flavours of the Lazio region. Young and […]
- 5 reasons to visit Lisbon Hot foot it to the Portuguese capital, pronto! The capital city of Portugal has long been an important sea port because of its strategic location at the mouth of the mighty Tagus River and the trade in everything from gold to spices and silks has flowed through the city for centuries. Take a stroll through […]
- 5 of the world’s weirdest foods we challenge you to try ‘Cause we know you’re no wimp… Hákarl – Iceland Literally fermented shark. Yes, you read that right, fermented shark. Basking shark to be precise. Buried in an underground pit before being hung up to dry then cut and served, this fishy, erm, delight (?) is considered a delicacy in Iceland. Alaska has a similar offering, […]
- 7 mad, marvellous and macabre must-sees in New Orleans The Big Easy is full of surprises New Orleans is known for its toe-tapping beats and flavourful eats, not to mention the infectious party atmosphere and anything-goes attitude of Bourbon Street. But there’s oh so much more waiting to be discovered in this eclectic, exuberant and sometimes down right wacky city. With a history as […]
