From wildlife and cultural encounters to soft adventure, there’s much more to The Gambia than beach-based winter sun package breaks. As I lazily paddle up the River Gambia the impossible tangle of mangrove roots sequestered beneath the explosion of greenery…
Hiking São Nicolau at the Cape Verde trekking festival
if you are looking for challenging treks in an uncrowded destination, then the mountainous trails of São Nicolau, Cape Verde, offers wild walks for keen hikers. Cape Verde is probably best known to tourists as a package holiday destination with…
Italy: Parma – why this city will be on everybody’s lips in 2021
Parma, Italy’s lesser-known destinations will be on everybody’s lips with two awards: ‘Capital of Culture’ AND the ‘City of Gastronomy’ The city of Parma, famous for its ham (prosciutto) and cheese, is situated between the Adriatic sea and Tuscany. It…
8 things to see and do in Myanmar (Burma)
Myanmar (Burma) is one of the most beautiful and untouched countries in Asia full of old empire opulence, grand pagodas, natural wonders and a predominantly Buddhist population renowned for their friendliness and hospitality eager to share their ancient customs. To quote…
UK hideaways: escape to one of these delightful cottages in 2021
Imagine a warming fire with a hot chocolate, playing your favourite board game or just curled up with a good book in one of these cosy cottages situated across England and Wales. Then you can explore the glorious British countryside…