Located northwest of the capital of France, Monet Garden makes it the perfect day trip from Paris at any time of year. Each season sees different flowers bloom, and the famous water lilies come to life in July – August. The house and the garden, located in Giverny, where Monet lived and died, are delightful …
If you’re a bit of a Harry Potter fan like us, then you really don’t want to miss seeing the Harry Potter Train, a.k.a “Hogwarts Express”, thundering along on your next trip to Scotland. J.K. Rowling’s stories came to life in spectacular fashion on the big screen with some stunning locations across the UK providing …
Having the right gadgets for campervans can make all the difference to your motor-homing or vanlife experience. Check out my list of the 16 best gadgets for campers and motorhomes. This is all the tech and products that I’ve used each day in my own camper van conversion, any time I hit the road. Navigation …
With so many incredible things to do in Bangkok, you need time to tame this massive city. If you rush it, you’ll end up hating it. Bangkok is busy, hot and hectic, but it’s also friendly, welcoming, and rich in culture. Take it easy and plan your trip carefully. Allow yourself enough time to rest …
If you’ve never visited France before, then Normandy is a great place to start. Often called the historical Duchy of Normandy, this northern French region is perhaps most known for its blood-soaked D-Day beaches. But there are many other things to do in Normandy, including the iconic Mont-Saint-Michel, illustrious Monet’s Garden, and the unbelievable Bayeux …
Today’s Vietnam is a busy, noisy one, racing to catch up with the progress of China to the north and Thailand to the west. And while it can be confusing and annoying at times, you’ll soon discover a country with a rich and painful past looking towards a bright and hopeful future. Unfortunately, the famous …
Of all the things we expected to do and see in Cambodia, being shocked, heartbroken and speechless, was never part of our itinerary. Cambodia has a history that is both glorious and horrifying in equal measure. Once the head of an empire that stretched out across the entire region, the immense ancient Khmer temples of …
Muay Thai (alternatively known as Thai boxing) is Thailand’s national sport, drawing in tons of practitioners and viewers who want to try their hand at this high-octane combat sport. While the sport in itself is an exciting spectacle, there’s also a rich history surrounding the origins and practices of Muay Thai. This is why this …
Some of the best things to do in Cognac are visiting the cognac houses, tasting the double-distilled spirits, enjoying strolls along the river and chilling in the park. And that’s exactly what you’ll find in this post. Situated on the river Charente between Angoulême and Saintes, you can already guess what Cognac is renowned for. …
