Europe

When it comes to palaces and castles, Poland is probably not the first place you think of, so most people are pleasantly surprised. But, like many of its European neighbours, Poland has a history filled with royalty, crusaders and nobility. Some Polish castles were built by the Teutonic Order, a...

Italy is a beautiful country with spectacular scenery, cities full of art and culture, and a cornucopia of excellent food and wine. The history of the land stretches back thousands of years to the ancient Roman Empire and it's the birthplace of the Renaissance, starting in Florence in the...

Ireland is separated into two main regions; the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. The history of both regions has been fierce and often bloody, however, more recently, the two have joined together to welcome visitors from all over the world to Ireland. In Northern Ireland, the currency is...

When discussing Spain’s cuisine, tapas and paella come to mind but while those dishes are great (and I recommend them), Spanish gastronomy is much more diverse. It focuses on letting the ingredients do the work; the preparations use choice quality ingredients and aren’t very complicated. A good example is...

Tucked between Clamores and Eresma Rivers, in the Castilla y León region of Spain, the majesty of Segovia quietly reigns over the picturesque landscapes, holding centuries of secrets to be discovered. Located just one hour north of Madrid, the UNESCO World Heritage City of Segovia presents its fascinating cultural history...

Tucked away in the South-West of the country, Cork is the second-largest city in the Republic of Ireland. Even so, its compact city centre and relaxed vibe somehow makes it feel more like a large town than a big city. But, that’s not to say it isn’t jam-packed with...