Imagine an eight-day itinerary that takes you on a tour of destinations in Montenegro, Albania, N. Macedonia, Kosovo and Bosnia & Herzegovina. These are some of the most beautiful places in Europe, allowing you to explore Croatia’s Adriatic Coast and Dalmatian Islands. Now, imagine this as an all-inclusive Croatia itinerary with all travel and tours arranged …
Travel Tips
We like to think of ourselves as independent travellers and for the most part, we always have been. However, over the past few years, we have come around to the merits of organised travel and small group tours. Years ago we discovered the advantages of city tours, especially the short free ones run by uni …
The old city of Dubrovnik is possibly one of the best photography locations in the world. A medieval wonder. Stark stone walls rise from the Adriatic Sea protecting a mosaic of iconic orange tiled roofs within. One of the must-see places in Croatia for tourists, it is also one of the best locations in the …
Have you ever considered dental treatment abroad? Nationals seeking medical care abroad usually have one thought in mind – saving money. Dental tourism prices offer savings as high as 70%, so it’s not surprising “Dental Vacations” are gaining popularity. The rising cost of dental care in the US, UK, Europe and Australia, combined with increasingly expensive …
Discover the Cities on the Danube on an Eastern Europe River Cruise 40 years of communism, followed by horrific civil wars have meant much of Eastern Europe has been virtually closed to the last two generations of tourists and travellers. Eastern Europe Today, Eastern Europe is shedding its bleak past and emerging as the new …
London is known for being pricey, but it is possible to visit London and not spend a fortune. There’s so much to do and see in London but it doesn’t have to break the bank. Include some of these free attractions into your London itinerary to stretch your travel budget further. You may even see …
House sitting has been our primary mode of travel for the past five years. It enables us to travel longer, slower and live local. We have house sat across three continents and cared for everything from dogs to donkeys, yachts to B&B’s (and some very angry geese!) House sitting in Europe is especially great for us as it …
La Ville Lumière, The City Of Lights. Paris, the most visited city in the world and there is no argument as to why. Whether it’s the romance of the city you crave, immersing yourself in the cities long and fascinating history or the gastronomy which has been declared “world intangible heritage” by UNESCO, there is no doubt, …
With the advent of budget airlines, the world suddenly became accessible. Travel became affordable and efficiently organised from the comfort of your own laptop. Then, following a heartfelt movie about two unlikely companions in death, “bucket lists” became the thing to have. People started madly putting destinations on an endlessly growing bucket list, they then …
Have you ever dreamt of sailing in the Mediterranean on your own private yacht? If you thought this type of holiday was only within the reach of the rich and famous – Think again! Sailing the calm, unspoilt waters of the southwest Turkish coast and the Greek Dodecanese Islands. Seven glorious days, indulging in the beauty …
Have you ever dreamed of strolling through Moscow’s Red Square or seeing the ballet in St Petersburg – A city where opulent palaces offer a glimpse into one of the world’s most intriguing royal dynasties. Russia’s two great cities still invoke the old school romance of travel – a journey into the enigmatic and exotic. However, …
Planning a trip to Russia is exciting, but the Russian visa application process has a reputation for being notoriously complex. These tips might help take the confusion out of getting a Russian tourist visa. Update: New Short Term Russian E-Visa For Russia Has Been Rolled Out The Short Term e-visa for the whole of Russia …