Tucked away in the quiet town of Russi, in the province of Ravenna, the Villa Romana is one of those places that gently surprises you. There is no grand entrance or dramatic fanfare, yet once inside, you realise you are standing in one of the best-preserved examples of a Roman villa urbano-rustica in northern Italy.
I was lucky enough to visit on a private tour, guided by Riccardo Morfino…
Mongolia beckons adventurers with its vast steppes, ancient nomadic culture, and untamed wilderness. This land of endless horizons offers experiences unlike anywhere else on Earth, from sleeping in traditional gers to galloping alongside wild horses. However, a successful Mongolian adventure requires careful preparation and understanding of what makes this destination so unique. Whether…
Sometimes the best stories begin over a glass of wine at a Christmas party. At the last festive gathering at Handel Hendrix House, its director Simon Daniels casually mentioned something that instantly caught my attention: he had recently given a speech at a conference in Bologna about music house museums.
Bologna. My hometown.
Simon went on to say how much he had enjoyed visiting some of…
On an intensely foggy late-December morning – the kind so typical of the Romagna stretch of the Po Valley, when all you really want is to stay under the duvet with a warm mug in your hands – I instead accepted a rather special invitation. One that turned out to be a small Christmas gift: a visit to the Civic Museum of Russi (near Ravenna, Italy), where the Ocarina Museum –…
Peru, a must-visit destination in South America, attracts millions of travelers each year with its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage. However, to fully enjoy your trip, staying connected is essential. Whether it’s for sharing your adventures on social media, navigating maps, or staying in touch with loved ones. If you’re tired of physical SIM cards and expensive…
Some journeys feel like more than movement; they feel like a thread connecting the past and present of a place. Travelling across Britain and Ireland reveals that kind of magic – the way one landscape melts into another, how city skylines give way to green fields, and how the rhythm of the train or the road becomes part of the experience itself.
From the historic cobbles of Edinburgh to…
There’s a moment, just before a train glides into Prague, when the city begins to reveal itself – towers in the distance, flashes of bridges across the Vltava, rooftops glowing amber in the sun. You can feel its rhythm long before you arrive.
Travelling by rail to Prague isn’t simply transport; it’s an experience that captures everything this city represents – a balance of…
Families across the UK continue to look toward the Mediterranean for healthier weather, outdoor living and a secure environment for raising children. Marbella offers busy marinas and a wide range of activities, while Estepona appeals with calm beaches and neighbourhoods designed for slower, family-oriented routines. The Costa del Sol remains a strong option thanks to stable property conditions…
La Plagne is one of the most popular ski destinations in the French Alps, but calling it a “resort” is a bit misleading.
In reality, La Plagne is a collection of 11 villages scattered across a huge ski area. Each has its own altitude, layout, style and strengths. Some sit high in the alpine, others hug forested slopes. Some buzz with après-ski, others stay quiet after dark.
For…
Who knew that hopping on a train atsilly o’clockon a frosty London morning could lead to one of the warmest days of the year? And by “warm”, I mean emotionally – because the temperature certainly wasn’t doing us any favours. With the mercury hovering between a very unfriendly -1°C and 3°C, we bundled up like walking Christmas parcels and headed to St Pancras for a press…