Great European Christmas markets outside Germany and how to visit them by train
A short guide to Europe's best Christmas markets outside Germany, from Metz to Budapest.
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Sep 6
Pet-friendly travel special. How to take your dog from the UK to Europe
Want to travel to Europe but are worried about your dog? Here are some tips based on my experience of travellin through Europe with my dog .
Aug 23
Autumn in Europe: Celebrating the season of mellow fruitfulness
Great European destination to visit in autumn by train and car. Food lovers trips to discover European food and wine, or late sun getaways.
Aug 16
Autumn in Europe: Rail and road foliage journeys
Celebrate autumn with a trip. Here is a short guide to Europe's best foliage destinations,
Aug 10
Italy's small gems: my guide to enchanting Brixen (Bressanone)
My guide to Brixen (Bressanone), a natural and cultural gem in the Italian German-speaking province of South Tyrol.
Jul 27
Great European destinations for a late summer or autumn seaside trip
Did you leave too late? Was it too expensive? Did you not fancy sharing a beach with thousands of other bodies? Are you done with...
Jul 12
Santa Maria Navarrese: The gem of the Baunei Coast
A short guide to one of the loveliest hamlets in Sardinia and the surrounding region of Ogliastra.
Jun 29
Bel Paese's best. The most beautiful Italian seaside towns
10 Italian seaside towns everyone should see once in a lifetime.
May 27
Beaches, history, and art. What to see and do in Rimini (Italy) in 3 days
I am back from a late spring break in a city I had not visited in decades, and I am completely bowled over. Do you need a destination...
Apr 26
From Zurich to Europe by train. 20 weekends trip ideas
Based in Zurich? Want to reduce your carbon footprint or enjoy a mindful week end break. Here are 20 long weekend trips you can tak by train
Apr 11
Glorious food and glorious culture. What to see in Bologna in 3 days
My 3-day Bologna itinerary, with an in-depth guide to its artistic and cultural treasures.
Mar 8
All railways lead to Rome. To the Eternal City by train
My 3-day Rome itinerary, perfect if you travel to Rome by train from London, Paris, Vienna, Munich, and Amsterdam.
Mar 1
Wisteria to poppies. My guide to the beauty of Italy in spring
Planning a trip to Italy in spring? Make the most of the 'fioriture' season. From the azaleas of Rome's Spanish Steps, to cherry blossoms...
Feb 23
22 European weekend trips from Paris by train
In terms of flightless weekend getaways, Paris is an ideal departure point. There is the Eurostar , with its high-speed direct journeys to...
Feb 7
Europe's most scenic train rides
You will be spoiled for choice of scenic train rides in Europe. Here are my current ten favourites.
Jan 20
From Geneva to Europe by train. 20 long weekends ideas
If you fly somewhere in Europe for a long week end, you normally need to get to the airport 2 hours before, spend between 1 and 3 hours...
Dec 8, 2023
Italy's most scenic train trips
Planning a trip to Italy? Make sure it includes at least one scenic train journey.
Here are my current favourites.
Nov 10, 2023
A winter road trip from London to Bologna with a dog
Are you looking at ideas for a Christmas getaway but are worried about your carbon footprint? Do you need to take your dog with you? Last...
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