Broadstairs is a town on the Isle of Thanet on the east coast of Kent, around 80 miles from London. Known for its Victorian seafront, it has been attracting holidaymakers for over 150 years. There are plenty of things to do in Broadstairs. The town is a charming little place with streets lined with cafes…
Menton is a coastal town on the French Riviera in the south of France. Known colloquially as The Pearl of France, it’s easy to see why when you visit. It’s a picturesque little medieval town with small winding streets, colourful houses, and beautiful tropical and sub-tropical gardens set against a backdrop of the Mediterranean Sea. Queen…
Berlin, Germany’s capital, is a beautiful and vibrant city that has something to offer everyone. It is also Germany’s largest city, so you might think it’s not possible to see the main sights in just one day in Berlin. But you can! Even if you can only have one or two days here, this is…
An itinerary for one day in Geneva (key takeaways)– Although Geneva is Switzerland’s second-largest city, it’s easy to explore in just a day. You can comfortably visit many of the city’s top attractions, including the old town, Lake Geneva with the iconic Jet d’Eau, and the Palais des Nations area. – Spend the morning exploring…
Lucerne is a beautiful city located in central Switzerland. It is situated on the shores of Lake Lucerne and surrounded by the Swiss Alps. Due to its scenic location, Lucerne is a popular tourist destination all year round. However, winter is arguably the best time to visit. Lucerne in winter has snow-capped mountains, a Christmas…
If you’re looking for some fresh air, great scenery and interesting visitor attractions, London has an impressively large number of green spaces to choose from. From the sprawling Hyde Park to the charmingly small Chelsea Physic Garden, and the royal gardens of Kensington Palace to the wilder open spaces of Richmond Park and Hampstead Heath,…
Nestled in the southeast corner of England, Dover has long been an important gateway to the continent. The town’s famous white cliffs have served as a landmark for sailors since ancient times, and today the port of Dover is one of the busiest in the country. It’s therefore a fascinating day out from the capital:…
Nice in southern France is the capital of the French Riviera and the largest city on the Cote D’Azur on the Mediterranean coast. With its old town, beautiful architecture, and wide sweeping beach, Nice is a great place to visit any time of the year. Its position on the coast also means it’s ideally located…
Blooming flowers in the Royal Botanic Garden in Edinburgh
There are a plethora of places to choose from when you’re considering day trips from Porto. This post gives you 12 top places to pick from. Porto Portugal’s second largest city, Porto, is best known for being the centre of the port wine industry. Viewed from the banks of Vila Nova de Gaia, the city’s…