The Veneto cities of Treviso, Vicenza and Padova each offer their own ‘Venice without the crowds’ experience. Rich in history and culture, with fantastic food and wine, these laidback, lesser-visited cities are wonderful alternatives to Venice, especially if you can’t cope with Venice’s summer crowds or you unknowingly arrive during Venice’s acqua alta. When travellers … Read more
One of the best reasons to travel to Turkey now is that it’s an absolute bargain. Turkey has always been a very affordable and great value travel destination, but with the Turkish lira having reached a record low, it’s cheaper than ever. I’d travel to Turkey in a heartbeat if I could right now but … Read more
There are a few Italian rituals you need to adopt if you’re in Italy this summer or any time of year for that matter, from joining the early evening passeggiata and partaking in aperitivo hour to buying a gelato at the end of the night to enjoy on the amble home. Some of the things … Read more
How to experience the French side of Siem Reap is a question we get asked by French travellers and Francophiles on holiday in Cambodia. Siem Reap based French expat Christine Gleizes, owner of chic concept store Christine’s shares her local tips. How to experience the French side of Siem Reap is a question usually asked … Read more
A weekend in Bendigo makes for a great escape from Melbourne to take in the grandeur of the Gold Rush town with its rich Chinese history, great food and wine (Bendigo is Australia’s only City of Gastronomy), and art at one of Australia’s best regional galleries. Try to time your trip to Victoria’s third-largest city … Read more