A South of France beach holiday will turn anyone into a “nose” or Le Nez as the French so fondly call the people who create perfumes. The bouquet is unlike any other fragrance in the world. A combination of pine, spicy herbs, and sweet, sweet flowers, it begins to beckon the minute you step off…
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A Weekend in Avignon: Must-See Sights and Secret Lavender Fields
In just under four hours on a fast train from the centre of Paris you can find yourself in a completely different fairy tale, of the Medieval type. Just a few moments outside of the city the scenery shifts from the urban to one dominated by fields and crops growing in the countryside. However, it…
Things to do in Mollymook for Relaxing Weekend Away
Mollymook is nestled on the quiet New South Wales south coast just three and a half hours drive from Sydney. It is a beachside destination for those looking for a quiet, slower-paced weekend escape. We drove down to Mollymook for just that reason; some rest and relaxation as the summer heat begins to ease off,…
Where to Eat, Stay and Play in Palm Beach, Sydney
Nestled at the very tip of the ‘insular peninsula’. Palm Beach is famed as the filming location for Aussie soap Home & Away. This Sydney suburb is one of the city’s wealthiest with good reason. Ocean-gazing mansions teeter on cliff edges and gargantuan palm trees rustle languidly in the breeze. Boats are used both as…
Bintan Island: A Secret Getaway Destination from Singapore
City breaks are buzzing, energetic and packed with activity. So, why not end your Singapore getaway with a few days of deluxe relaxation and exploration? Allow us to introduce a tranquil finale to your visit; three or four days on a tropical island called Bintan, just an hour from Singapore. A lesser-known Indonesian destination there…
How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Amsterdam
“Some tourists think Amsterdam is a city of sin, but in truth, it is a city of freedom. And in freedom, most people find sin.” It’s hard to find the words to describe the feeling of Amsterdam, or “the ‘Dam” as it is fondly called, but I think John Green does a pretty good job….
4 Incredible Lake Como Towns Worth Visiting
Lake Como, in Italy’s Lombardy region, is famed as much for its beautiful buildings and jaw-dropping vistas, as it is for the Hollywood glitterati who vacation there. You can find everything Italy is lauded for – cheeses, abundant wine and hospitable service in Como. But, with so many different Lake Como towns bordering its shores,…
The Ultimate Local’s Guide to Zurich
Historic, charming and even whimsical are words that slip from the tongue when describing a visit to Zurich. Painted in pastels, framed by moody skies, the traditional Swiss buildings cuddle together as if in preparation for their famed cold winters. Wandering the old town cobblestones sparks memories of childhood fairytales. Albeit a historic destination, Zurich…
Monopoli: Beat the Crowds to this Charming Seaside Town in Puglia
Puglia has become one of the hottest regions to visit in Italy in recent years, with good reason. Both novice and seasoned travellers are heading to the country’s southeast to explore the coastal towns that cling to its craggy cliffs. Like much of Italy, a visit to Puglia is like waking up in a dream;…
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