Articles written by Cathy Smith

London Train Stations - Liverpool Street: This Grand Gothic Station is London's Busiest and Most Attractive

This attractive area in West London has a long and interesting history. Over the centuries it has been inhabited by Saxons, Romans, Afro-Caribbean and Irish immigrants. more...

Oct 10, 2009

France - Troyes Ancient Capital Champagne Region: Europe’s Largest Collection of Medieval Timber-framed Houses

Liverpool Street Station has around 125 million or so visitors a year. A good example of an historic building with many modern facilities. It also is very beautiful. more...

Sep 26, 2009

London Shopping Selfridges Department Store: Celebrating its Centenary in 2009 - Largest Shop on Oxford Street

Troyes has one of the finest medieval centres in France. With its beautifully preserved houses the city looks like a film set for a Tudor period drama . more...

Sep 12, 2009

London - Royal Opera House and Royal Ballet: Also Known as Covent Garden - Britain's Finest Performing Arts Venue

In 1909, an American, Gordon Selfridge, built a huge department store in London. On the day it opened 90,000 people flocked through the beautiful Art Deco doors. more...

Aug 29, 2009

Category: Historic Tours

Situated in the heart of London's Covent Garden Area, the Opera House has nearly 350 years of history behind it. Originally it was named the Theatre Royal. more...

Aug 16, 2009

London - Explore the Natural History Museum: New Darwin Centre, Dinosaurs, Wildlife Garden, Mammoth Blue Whale

Explore London Docklands - Ancient and Modern: Historic Pubs to Soaring Skyscrapers in City’s Greatest Development

London's Natural History Museum is one of the most important of its kind in the world, with over 70 million specimens. There are many 'hand's on' activities for children. more...

Aug 9, 2009

Category: Historic Tours

London has been a busy port since Roman times when goods from the Roman Empire were traded along the River. Today Docklands is full of visitors from around the world. more...

Aug 4, 2009

Explore Ancient Scotland - Dun Carloway Broch: Brochs Are Iron Age Hill Forts Built Over Two Thousand Years Ago

Italy Where to Go - Umbria, Medieval Spoleto: Historic City in the Italian Province of Perugia

Dun Carloway Broch is situated on the west coast of the Isle of Lewis, in Scotland's Outer Hebrides. It is the finest example of stone age architecture in Scotland. more...

Jul 24, 2009

UK Seaside Resort of St. Ives Cornwall: Historic Town, Artist's Colony with Great Beaches and Good Surfing

Spoleto was a Roman colony and there are remains of Roman building and a well-preserved Roman theatre, one of Umbria's finest cathedrals and Medieval streets to explore. more...

Jul 12, 2009

New York – Five of the Best Places to Visit: Explore City's Favourite Areas – Harlem, Greenwich Village and More

St. Ives has an ancient history alongside 21st-century facilities, a world famous art gallery, good walking country and it is a perfect holiday spot for families. more...

Jun 26, 2009

Motion Sickness Relieved by Natural Remedies: Simple and Effective Ways to Help Relieve Travel Nausea and Anxiety

New York is one of the world's leading destinations for tourists. There's something for everyone. Check out the diversity of the city by visiting the areas listed below. more...

Jun 19, 2009

Category: Natural Medicine (general)

Many people dread going on vacation because of motion sickness. Some drugs relieve nausea but have unpleasant side effects such as drowsiness. Other remedies can help. more...

May 30, 2009

English Garden by Gertrude Jekyll at Lindisfarne: Created on Holy Island Northumberland by famous gardening designer

London Luxury Shopping at Fortnum & Mason: Famous for Gourmet Food Hampers and Traditional Afternoon Tea

This small garden in the north of England was created by Gertrude Jekyll in 1911. Reached via the Causeway at Holy Island and overlooked by dramatic Lindisfarne Castle. more...

May 17, 2009

World Class Fly Fishing in Winchester England: Where This Popular Outdoor Sport Began in the 19th Century

"Fortnum's", established in 1707, is one of London's most attractive department stores. Known for its beautifully wrapped gifts, gourmet food floor, and exotic teas. more...

May 3, 2009

London Walk - Along The Strand by the Thames: Visit Oldest Wine Bar or Stop for Afternoon Tea at the Savoy Hotel

Winchester is one hour by train from London. It was here over two hundred years ago that fly fishing was invented. It is one of the best places in England for this sport. more...

Apr 26, 2009

London Canal Walking - Follow the Tow Path: An Historic East End Canalside Stroll - Mile End to Islington

The Strand is a long straight street full of shops, theatres and lots of traffic but behind this bustle is a quiet park and a pleasant walk along by the River Thames. more...

Apr 11, 2009

Peru - Machu Picchu The Lost City of the Incas: The Inca Empire Covered an Area as Large as the Roman Empire.

The walk begins in London's East End where historically the 'real' Londoners, the Cockneys, have lived for centuries. Approximately three miles of easy walking. more...

Mar 27, 2009

Explore Italy - Emilia-Romagna Region: The Capital Bologna is a Good Base for Exploration of the Region

Machu Picchu was undisturbed for centuries and overtaken by the jungle. In1911 local Indians took American explorer Hiram Bingham to the site and it was "discovered". more...

Mar 10, 2009

England's Secret Places - Mersea Island: Most Easterly Inhabited Island in the UK - Easy journey from London

Emilia-Romanga has something for everyone: Bologna has the oldest university in Europe, San Marino's the place for tax-free shopping, and Rimini has great beaches. more...

Feb 22, 2009

Niagara-on-the-Lake - Historic Canadian Town: George Bernard Shaw Festival,Vineyard Tours

Tucked away on the Essex coast, Mersea Island is good for beach combing, enjoying superb seafood, bird watching and visiting the local vineyard. more...

Feb 16, 2009

Kenya for a Romantic Honeymoon in Africa: Masai Mara,Luxury Safaris, Mount Kenya,Fabulous Indian Ocean Beaches

Niagara-on-the-Lake is a ninety-minute drive from Toronto. It has officially been a town since1781 and is famous for its annual Shaw Festival and its fine wineries. more...

Feb 6, 2009

Category: Kenya Travel

Kenya is the perfect place for a romantic Africa safari honeymoon. Many Africa Safari Camps provide comfortable accommodation and opportunities to see Kenya wildlife. more...

Jan 29, 2009

Morocco Vacation for Women Travelers: How to Travel Safely in Morocco Without Being Hassled

Category: Morocco Travel

Morocco is a popular tourist destination. how easy is it for Western women to visit and how can they travel freely without offending cultural norms? Here are some tips. more...

Jan 25, 2009

Charles Darwin - Theory of Evolution: On the Origin of Species - Visit New Darwin Centre

Category: W European History (general)

Darwin's observations of the natural world led to his controversial theory of evolution. It was not published until 23 years later, when someone else had the same idea. more...

Jan 8, 2009

Historic London Pubs - The Old Bull and Bush: An Historical 18th-Century Tavern in Hampstead London

Westminster Cathedral - London: A Byzantine Catholic Church in London With a World Famous Choir

The history of The Bull and Bush reaches back to 1721, it is one of London's oldest pubs. It also has a resident ghost who does a bit of haunting from time to time. more...

Dec 4, 2008

Traditional Christmas Markets in London: Victorian Gifts, Typical British Xmas Foods, Crafts and Antiques

Westminster Cathedral is tucked away on Victoria Street, a short walk from the more famous Westminster 'stars' such such as the Abbey, Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. more...

Nov 20, 2008

Luxury Xmas Shopping in London's Jermyn Street: Shop on an Elegant 18th Century Street in the Heart of the West End

The European Christmas Market has a long tradition and London's Christmas Markets are typical. They are scattered around the city but are easy to reach. more...

Nov 8, 2008

London, Traditional English Christmas Pantomime: Pantomime is a Unique Theatrical Entertainment with a Long History

One of London's favourite shopping areas, Jermyn Street has been the first stop for high quality goods for over two hundred years, drawing visitors from around the world. more...

Oct 19, 2008

Luxury Hotels in Central London - Brown's Hotel: First Class Historic Hotel situated in the heart of the West End

English pantomime is like Vaudeville with its theatricality and light satirical songs. In the UK it is a traditional Xmas treat for the whole family. more...

Oct 4, 2008

Australia - Explore the Dramatic Outback: Visit the Desert Town of Broken Hill and Mootwingee National Park

Situated in Mayfair, Central London, Brown's Hotel has a reputation for quintessentially English elegance. It also has a long list of distinguished and famous guests. more...

Sep 18, 2008

Category: Australia Travel

The town sits on the edge of a surreal red desert, dotted with white gum trees. Strange animals live here and there are ancient rock carvings in Mootwingee National Park. more...

Sep 14, 2008

Scotland - The Western Isles: Isle of Lewis - Callanish Standing Stones - Historic Stone Circle

Traditional British Food: Rabbit Pie Recipe: Rabbit Meat is Lean, Healthy, and Delicious

The Isle of Lewis is home to one of the most complete historic stone circles in Europe. Construction of the Callanish Standing Stones began around 4000 years ago. more...

Sep 4, 2008

Traditional British Food - Custard Tart Recipe: A popular English pastry, easy to make and enjoyed around the world

The Normans introduced rabbits to England from the Mediterranean in the 12th century. Rabbit Pie, became unpopular for a while but is now back on the menu. more...

Aug 25, 2008

London Churches - St. Martin-in-the-Fields: Brass Rubbing, Cafe, Free Lunchtime Concerts

The custard tart is regarded as one of Britain's traditional dishes. The recipe has not changed over hundreds of years and it is enjoyed by people around the world. more...

Aug 10, 2008

English Country Gardens - Sissinghurst: A World Famous Country Garden in Kent, England

St. Martin-in-the-Fields is in the heart of London with famous neighbours like the National Gallery and Trafalgar Square. It is one of the city's most popular churches. more...

Aug 3, 2008

Historic British Cathedrals - Durham: St. Cuthbert’s Shrine,Venerable Bede’s Tomb,Lindisfarne Gospels

Sissinghurst is the creation of Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson. Their ideas on garden design and innovative planting have made it a mecca for gardeners worldwide more...

Jul 23, 2008

English Gardens - Crook Hall County Durham: Medieval House, Shakespeare Garden, Maze and Meadows, Plus a Ghost

Durham Cathedral stands like a enormous fortress overlooking the small city of Durham. It is a World Heritage Site and is one of the great historic treasures of England. more...

Jul 14, 2008

Historic London Markets - Leadenhall: Samuel Pepys and Charles Dickens Did Their Shopping Here.

Crook Hall Gardens belong to the oldest house in Durham city, dating back to the 13th century. Step inside the scented gardens and leave the 20th century behind. more...

Jul 5, 2008

Vacation in Cyprus: Aphrodite's Birthplace, Kourion Ampitheatre, Omodhos Village

Many centuries ago a Roman basilica and forum stood here. This was the place to meet and discuss business, and to buy and sell goods. That tradition remains today. more...

Jun 22, 2008

English Country Gardens: Howick Hall: This Northumberland garden is in the UK's Top Five Coastal Gardens

Cyprus has a rich and ancient history. Along with well preserved Roman ruins, it has traditional lace-making villages, sun, sea and sandy beaches, and lush vineyards. more...

Jun 14, 2008

Vacation Home Exchange Around the World: Swap Your House and Enjoy Foreign Countries With All Home Comforts

Howick Hall Gardens are close to the beautiful Northumberland coast. After viewing the gardens you can enjoy a walk by the sea. more...

Jun 7, 2008

Category: Budget Accommodations

An economical way to travel the world and a great vacation for families which provides a relaxing home environment plus the excitement of living in a foreign country. more...

Jun 3, 2008

British Food - Yorkshire Pudding Recipe: Traditional English Food Served With Roast Beef

Belgium - Bruges: Diamonds, Belgian Chocolate,Lace Making,Fine Cuisine

The combination of roast beef and Yorkshire pudding has been Britain's traditional Sunday lunch for hundreds of years. Some say it is England's national dish. more...

May 25, 2008

Art Deco Movement: Decorative arts of the 20's and 30's

Bruges is a fine medieval city, dubbed 'Venice of the North' for its many canals. The first book in English ever printed was published here by William Caxton in 1446. more...

May 18, 2008

Canada - Prince Edward Island: Anne of Green Gables was written by Lucy Maud Montgomery 1n 1908

From New York's Chrysler Building to Lalique's creations in glass - the influence of the Art Deco Movement spread around the world. more...

May 5, 2008

Tunisia - Dougga for Spectacular Roman Ruins: Roman Theatre, Capitol, Seven Surviving Roman Temples,Bardo Museum

Prince Edward Island draws thousands of visitors who know the story of the little girl that Mark Twain called 'the dearest, most lovable child since the immortal Alice'. more...

Apr 23, 2008

Best preserved small Roman town in Africa. A look at daily life more than 1800 years ago. Classical Drama performed here during the Dougga Summer Festival. more...

Journalism - How to Be a Travel Writer: Tips to Make Your Writing Stand Out and Help Sell Travel Articles

How to present yourself to editors,tips on how to pitch article ideas, importance of your notebook.getting a good angle, freshness of approach. Perseverance pays off. more...

How to Be a Journalist - Improve Your Writing: Top Tips to Successful Writing: Accuracy,Good Editing,Clarity

Develop your writing skills by thinking clearly about what you want to say, edit your work carefully, improve your style, be your own critic. Develop your own style. more...

How to Be a Journalist - Interviewing Techniques: Get the Most out of the Interview - Ask the Right Questions

How to Be a Journalist - Good Research: Reliable journalistic sources, accurate reporting, careful research.

Good interviewers plan ahead. Research your interviewee's background. Know what questions you are going to ask. Do not get distracted from your point of view. more...

Apr 16, 2008

How to Be a Freelance Writer: Tips to Get You Going On Your Journalism Career

Good research is the backbone of non-fiction writing. Journalism is more than simply collecting information and regurgitating it. Nothing substitutes for good research more...

Apr 13, 2008

UK Walking - Catherine Cookson Trail: Explore the Places Made Famous by this Prolific English Writer

You have researched the marketplace, decided on a topic, have jotted down useful stuff in your notebook, and you are ready to enter the world of Freelance Journalism. more...

Apr 10, 2008

UK - Explore Hadrian's Wall Northumberland: Discover the historic wall built by the Romans in the year AD122

Catherine Cookson country is a region of beautiful beaches and ancient sites, as well as being the setting for scores of books, television programmes and movies. more...

Mar 29, 2008

British Food - Cornish Pasties: Traditional English Recipe Popular Around the World - Easy to Make.

The wall stretches for 73 miles, dividing England from Scotland. It is one of the most beautiful areas in the UK and if you don't want to walk you can explore by bus. more...

Mar 19, 2008

British Easter Food - Hot Cross Buns Recipe: Easter Treat Traditionally Eaten on Good Friday now all year round.

The British Cornish pasty is sold all over the UK, in supermarkets, bakers, and pubs. It's the perfect
take-away food. Bake your own from this simple recipe. more...

Mar 7, 2008

British Easter Food - Simnel Cake: Taditional Recipe for a traditional Easter treat

Hot cross buns were traditionally eaten only on Good Friday. Today this traditional Easter treat is enjoyed all year round. more...

Mar 2, 2008

London Art Galleries - Tate Modern: International Modern Art on London's South Bank

The rich fruity simnel cake is especially associated with Easter and can still be seen in cake shops around the UK and also is enjoyed in many other countries. more...

Feb 18, 2008

Tunisia - Ten Best ThingsTo Do In Tunis: Roman Ruins, Shopping In The Historic Medina,Sunbathing on the Beach

Work began in the 1940's on a huge power station on the south bank of the River Thames. 50 years later the world's biggest modern art museum was built on the same spot. more...

Feb 1, 2008

Category: Tunisia Travel

Tunis is easy to explore. It is more like a large, easily negotiable town than a major city. A good base for visiting some of Tunisia's main attractions. more...

Jan 22, 2008

London Museums - Science Museum: First computer, first locomotive and Apollo 10 Space capsule

Jordan - Petra The Rose Red City: Siq,Treasury,Monastery,Three Hundred Years of History

The Science Museum has numerous hands-on working displays from the Victorian Bathroom to the Space Age. Many activities for children. more...

Dec 27, 2007

England - Wiltshire Walking - Historic Ridgeway: Oldest Footpath in UK,Avebury Stone Circle,Stonehange

Carved out of the dry desert mountains of Jordan some three thousand years ago, Petra is one of the great wonders of the world. Explore Petra's ancient past. more...

Dec 6, 2007

Paris - London - Eurostar St. Pancras Station: High speed trains take you to France in just over two hours

Some of the oldest remains in Britain. The Ridgeway path stretches for 85 miles over four counties, it was used as a trading route during the Bronze Age .( 2300 to 700BC) more...

Nov 19, 2007

France - Mediterranean Resort Le Cape D'Agde: Family Vacation and Naturist Resort in Languedoc Region

St. Pancras Station has been newly restored and opened on November 6, 2007. Hop on a Eurostar train, spend the day in Paris and be back in London for a nightcap. more...

Nov 9, 2007

Category: France Travel

Cap D'Agde has excellent beaches and many activities for children. It is close to historic towns and has a special holiday village for nudists with its own private beach. more...

Oct 27, 2007

Italy - Cilento Coast - Campania Region: Greek and Roma Sites Visited by Virgil, Cicero and Goethe.

Explore London in the Rain: Houses of Parliament, Historic Arcades, Famous Auction Houses

Cilento is a two hour drive south of Naples . Explore the Campania region: thermal baths at Velia, Rose Gate Road, ancient sites of Paestum and Velia. more...

Oct 16, 2007

UK - Northumberland National Park: Bronze Age Burial Mounds, Rock Carvings, Iron Age Hillfort

A rainy day in London can be fun: concerts in ancient churches, indoor antique markets, London is never so cold you that you can't enjoy the city any time of year. more...

Oct 5, 2007

London - South Bank for Culture: Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre National Theatre Tate Modern Art Gallery

Northumberland National Park is England's northernmost national park. It contains pre-historic buildings and carvings and is a good area for walking - good fishing too. more...

Sep 21, 2007

London - Westminster: Houses of Parliament, the Abbey, Lambeth Palace

The South Bank is not only a great cultural centre, it is fun. Take a trip on the London eye for a birds eye view of London, or browse the bookstalls alongside the river more...

Sep 8, 2007

London for Kids: Visit dinosaurs, butterflies and creepy crawlies.

London's Westminster area is chock full of history: Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey - the centre of England's political life. more...

Aug 19, 2007

London Buckingham Palace - What to See: Changing of the Guard, Royal Art Collection, Special Exhibitions

London for kids offers hands-on experiments at the Science Museum, dinosaurs at the Natural History Museum, and clouds of butterflies at Syon House. more...

Aug 10, 2007

UK - Christmas in London: Pantomimes,mince pies at Dickens' house, tropical Kew, Turkish Baths

Buckingham Palace is not just a private residence. There are regular exhibitions open to the public. The Royal Collection is one of the world's finest art collections. more...

Jul 23, 2007

Christmas in London is a real Yuletide treat. Theatre tickets easily available, no long line-ups for historic sites, special deals in restaurants, hot punch in the pubs. more...

France- The Rhone Valley: Bourg-en-Bresse,Perouges,Beaujolais Nouveau

The Rhone Valley is known as the starting point for the annual Beaujolais 'run' but it is also famous for its gastronomy, especially Bourg-en-Bresse Chicken. more...

Winter Vacation in Lapland: Visit the Ice Hotel and Explore the Arctic Tundra

Canada - Winter Vacation for Non-Skiers: Dog-Sledding,Snow Shoeing,Ice Walking,Moonlight Sleigh Rides

A trip by snowmobile across the Lapland wilderness, through forests and across the sub-Arctic to experience the traditional Sami way of life. more...

Jul 3, 2007

Explore Paris in One Day: See Left Bank,Tuileries,Eiffel Tower,Galleries Lafayette

You don't have to know how to ski to enjoy a winter holiday in the Canadian provinces of Alberta and British Columbia. You can even go fishing - through an ice hole. more...

Jul 3, 2007

London Canal Walks - Regent's Canal, CamdenTown: Camden Lock to Little Venice

It is possible to experience the charm of Paris in one day. Start with breakfast at a famous cafe and end the day with dinner where Balzac and Victor Hugo used to dine. more...

Jul 1, 2007

Visit Scotland - The Trossachs: Gateway to the Highlands and Rob Roy Country.

Explore hidden London. Beneath the noise of the traffic lies a secluded world of quiet canals.
A century ago ago this idyllic scene would have been unimaginable. more...

Jun 30, 2007

Explore Scotland - The Romantic Island of Gigha: Achamore Gardens, Ardminis, Kilchattan Chapel,Castles and Lochs

Explore the ancient city of Stirling, an Augustine priory, and follow in the steps of Scotland's most famous outlaw, Rob Roy. more...

Jun 21, 2007

Italy Sardinia - Explore Unusual Barbagia Region: Orgosolo, Nuoro, Grotto Ispinigoli, Supramonte Plateau

One of Scotland's most romantic places, Gigha has sub tropical gardens, beautiful beaches, pre-historic sites. and you can stay in a 19th-century baronial mansion. more...

Jun 17, 2007

France: Truffle Hunting in Lot et Garonne: Or Buy Some at the Local Market - A Delicious But Expensive Treat

For something different, explore the Barbagia region - one of the most unusual areas ln Sardinia. Visit the town of Orgosolo. famous for its politically inspired murals. more...

Jun 12, 2007

Nantes, France - Western Loire City: Famous Cathedral, Muscadet Wine, Fine Gastronomy and Great Shopping

Truffles have been called food of the gods but truffle hunting in France is changing. Until fairly recently pigs were traditionally used. Nowadays dogs are taking over. more...

Jun 11, 2007

Spain - Menorca: Mao,Ciutadella,Naveta des Tudons,Son Catler,

Nantes is an historic city with some unusual attractions including the Tapestry of the Apocalypse,15th-century houses and many fine castles. more...

Jun 8, 2007

Stratford on Avon -The Royal Shakespeare Company: Charles Flower, David Garrick, Peter Hall, Trevor Nunn

Menorca is a place of ancient sites: prehistoric caves and burial chambers, excellent beaches and historic cities. more...

Jun 6, 2007

France - Lot-et-Garonne - Latour-Marliac: The Oldest Water Lily Nursery in the World

The Royal Shakespeare Company continues to perform Shakespeare's plays more than four hundred since the bard was born. more...

Jun 5, 2007

France - Gascony - Armagnac Country: Birthplace of Alexandre Dumas's d'Artagnan in the 'Three Musketeers'

The French Impressionist painter Monet came to Lot-et-Garonne to buy water lilies for his garden at Giverny. more...

Jun 2, 2007

Canada - Prince Edward Island: Cycling Confederation Trail - Starting Point of Cross-Canada Path

The former dukedom of Gascony, the Gers, is the birthplace of France's oldest brandy. Studded with tiny villages and grand chateaux and home to a rich, robust cuisine. more...

May 31, 2007

Explore London's Antiques Markets: Portobello Road, Bermondsey, Greenwich, Camden Passage

The idea of a Trans Canada hiking/cycling trail across the country was first mooted in 1992 as a project to mark the country's 125th birthday. more...

May 27, 2007

Germany - Visit Saxony - Dresden, Leipzig: Bach's Birthplace, Frauenkirche,Semper Opera, Zwinger Palace,Dresden

London's antiques markets sell everything from bric-a-brac to pieces worth a small fortune there are dozens to choose from - indoor and outdoor. more...

May 25, 2007

Explore Helsinki Finland: Sibelius Memorial Park and Seurasaari Open Air Museam

The German region of Saxony was home to cultural heros like Mendelssohn, Schumann, Mahler, Wagner and Goethe. They all composed, wrote, and/or performed here. more...

May 22, 2007

Visit Canada - Windsor Nova Scotia: Home of Thomas Chandler Haliburton and Sam Slick

The capital of Finland is a pocket sized metropolis founded in 1550 and easy to explore on foot. It is a sophisticated little city with attractive Art Nouveau buildings. more...

May 14, 2007

London's Taxis Are Changing: Traditional London Black Cabs are being decorated like works of art.

In the 19th century, Windsor Nova Scotia was the birthplace of 'The Clock Maker', a book that became famous all over the world for the wit of its main character Sam Slick more...

May 7, 2007

Visit St. Paul's Cathedral London: Christopher Wren, Fire of London, American Chapel,Whispering Gallery

Many of London's Taxi cabs have had a face life over the years. From being clad in sober black many have covered themselves in colourful, often amusing, advertisments. more...

May 3, 2007

Traditional British Food - Meat Pies for All: Victorian Street Food or a Queen's Banquet - A Tasty Snack Any Time

By the early 18th century St Paul's Cathedral was a bit of a wreck. Then along came Sir Christopher Wren who created one of the most famous cathedrals in the world. more...

May 1, 2007

Scotland - Romantic Taychreggan Hotel: Situated in the Beautiful West Highlands

British meat pies come in all shapes and flavours. Old time favourites can be found on most local high streets- usually in the traditional butcher's shop. more...

Apr 26, 2007

Historic Scottish Hotels - Inverlochy Castle: Queen Victoria, Mel Gibson, Liam Neeson, Charlie Chaplin stayed here

Taychreggan Hotel is an old stone house, originally a humble cattle drover's inn, which has been here, in a lovely part of Argyll, for over 300 years. more...

Apr 24, 2007

Explore London - Marble Arch - A City Landmark: A beautiful monument without any practical function.

A luxurious historic castle, surrounded by unspoilt scenery in and around Fort William and Perthshire. Voted "Best hotel in Europe" by Travel and Leisure Magazine 2006. more...

Apr 21, 2007

See London From Top of Red Double Decker Bus: Marble Arch to the Tower on one of the Capital's Famous Omnibuses

Marble Arch is a well-known London landmark which stands on a dark, distressing part of the capital's history. The gallows were here for nearly four hundred years. more...

Apr 19, 2007

Explore Eastern Canada - Acadian New Brunswick: French Canadian Culture on the Atlantic Coast of North America

The red double-decker No.15 bus trundles by most of the popular sights and you can get on and off wherever you wish. So jump aboard and conduct your own tour of London. more...

Apr 10, 2007

Explore France - Monet's Gardens at Giverny: The Two Gardens are Clos Normand for Flowers and the Water Garden

The Acadian population of New Brunswick suffered the same fate as their compatriots in Nova Scotia - They were expelled and scattered Today they are a peaceful community. more...

Apr 6, 2007

New York City - Explore Brooklyn Heights: Thomas Wolfe, Truman Capote and Arthur Miller all lived here

Claude Monet, the French Impressionist artist, built his beautiful garden in the small village of Giverny, north of Paris. He continued to paint here until his death. more...

Mar 30, 2007

Category: New York Travel

One of New York's most attractive neighbourhoods with a fine museum and impressive botanical gardens.
A tree-lined promenade offers great views of Manhattan. more...

Mar 29, 2007

Explore France - Gascony for Gourmet Cuisine: Famous for Gastronomic Treats - Foie Gras, Confit D'oie and Armagnac

Category: France Travel

The most rural part of France with one of the finest and most robust cuisines in the country. Hometown of Alexandre Dumas, the creator of 'The Three Muskateers. more...

Mar 28, 2007

Explore New York - Off Beat Places Easy to Find: City Island. Snug Harbour,Coney Island,Chelsea,Cloisters

France - Explore Brittany's Spectacular Coast: Finistere beaches, Douarnenez Boat Museum, Concarneau Ville Close

For most visitors New York means downtown where the tallest skyscrapers are to be found, But there are other less trodden areas with their own charm and interest. more...

Mar 27, 2007

Visit Toronto - Canada's Largest City: Multicultural Metropolis with Fine Architecture and Great Nightlife

Driving is the best way to see Brittany as there are so many places to explore and roads are relatively empty. Even better, unlike the rest of France, they are toll-free. more...

Mar 26, 2007

Category: Ontario Travel

Toronto is a great place to explore. The CN Tower was, until recently, the world's highest tower. It has world class restaurants, excellent museums, fabulous markets. more...

Mar 25, 2007

Austria South Tyrol - Walking Castle to Castle: Explore on Foot - Ancient Fortresses, Towns, Villages and Vineyards

Category: Historic Tours

Castles are a big feature of the area and walking from castle to castle is a popular activity. There are over 350 of them perched on hilltops or nestling in vineyards more...

Mar 25, 2007

Italy - South Tyrol - Walking in the Dolomites: Santner Spitze, Plattkofel, Bolzano, Seiseralm

Category: Italy Travel

South Tyrol for outdoor vacations like mountain climbing and hiking. Explore the Seiseralm, Europe's largest area of mountain pastureland, surrounded by the Dolomites. more...

Mar 24, 2007

Canada - Best Salmon Fishing in British Columbia: Learn How to Fly Fish on Western Canada's Quadra Island

Category: Fly Fishing

Quadra island, off the west coast of British Columbia,Canada, is famous for salmon fishing and is just a 45-minute flight from Vancouver. Expert tuition is available. more...

Mar 23, 2007

Canada - Saskatchewan - The Story of Grey Owl: Canada's First Environmentalist Saved the Beaver from Extinction

Amsterdam Holland - Explore The Netherlands: City of Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh Plus World's Best Museums

Grey Owl was an Englishman who posed as a North American Indian. He became a world-famous animal conservationist until he was exposed as a white man and was ostracized. more...

Mar 22, 2007

Category: N Europe Travel (general)

Amsterdam is made for walking. Explore the intricate network of canals, visit 'Brown Cafes', world famous Diamond Centre, Anne Frank's House, Waterlooplein flea market. more...

Mar 18, 2007

Explore Australia – Outback Adventure: Visit Opal Fields, Uluru, Coober Pedy

Category: Adventure Travel

The red desert, the Outbook and Uluru, the biggest rock star on the planet, plus some of the strangest environments in the world. more...

Mar 18, 2007

Kenya - Masai Mara Safari by Hot Air Balloon: Good way to see wildlife and experience the expanse of the reserve

Category: Safaris/Jungle Travel

See Africa's wild animals up close as you drift quietly over the African savanna. Good opportunites for photographing herds of elephants, wildebeast and many others. more...

Mar 17, 2007

Explore London - Historic Covent Garden: Royal Opera House, Street Performers,Restaurants,Theatres,Bars

Shopping in London - Explore Historic Arcades: Unusual Gifts - Antiques, Barbour Coats, Cashmere, Suits of Armour

Covent Garden was a fruit and vegetable market for over 200 years. Today it is famous for restaurants, theatres, a fabulous indoor market, and the Royal Opera House. more...

Mar 14, 2007

England - Explore the Cotswolds: Chipping Camden, Stow-on-the-Wold, Burton-on-the-Water

Old-fashioned atmosphere but up-to-the-minute as far as fashion and quality are concerned. The rows of charming little shops offer personal service and quality goods. more...

Mar 12, 2007

England - Visit `Historic Stratford-on-Avon: Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Royal Shakespeare Company

The Cotswolds are known for their carefully preserved villages.
Explore them and visit the "most beautiful high street in England" more...

Mar 11, 2007

Turin Italy - World Class National Cinema Museum: Marilyn Monroe, Charlie Chaplin, Joan Crawford props on display

Walking around Stratford on Avon is the best way to learn about Shakespeare's early life, especially the house he was born in and other houses associated with his life. more...

Mar 5, 2007

Explore Britain by Traditional Canal Boat: The UK is Criss-crossed with Canals. Great for a Relaxing Vacation

Exciting film exhibition showcases original scripts from Psycho and Empire Strikes Back as well as memorabilia, classic movie clips and interactivity on five floors. more...

Mar 3, 2007

Category: Boating & Sailing (general)

Canal Boat holidays are a great way to explore the hundreds of waterways that are spread all over Britain. Enjoy canalside walks and wildlife at close quarters. more...

British Food - From Traditional to Modern: Dishes from around the UK from Fish and Chips to Gastronomic Treats

Category: U.K./Ireland Travel (general)

British food is not what it used to be - it's better. Chefs in England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales are producing delicious new versions of traditional British food. more...

New York - Harlem, an Historic Area of the City: African American Gospel choirs, Soul Food, Apollo Theatre,

Category: New York Travel

One of New York's most interesting areas with grand 19th-century architecture, the St. Nicholas Historic District is reminiscent of old New York and a desirable address. more...

Explore Australia - Byron Bay: Humpback whales, dolphins and a World Heritage listed rainforest

Category: Australia Travel

It's cool in Byron Bay, there's a vibrant arts community, tourism is low-key, eating out is cheap and kids are welcome everywhere. more...

Feb 28, 2007

UK - Derbyshire - Follow The Jane Eyre Trail: Follow Charlotte Bronte's Heroine in this Pretty Derbyshire Village

English Seaside Towns - Historic Blackpool: Blackpool Tower, Illuminations, Victorian Piers. Pleasure Beach

Jane Eyre's story comes to life in in Hathersage, a small Derbyshire village in some of England's best walking country, the Peak District. See places Bronte wrote about. more...

Feb 27, 2007

Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships 2009: Tickets, Information, History - Dates-Monday 22 June - Sunday 5 July

Blackpool Pleasure Beach gets more tourists each year than go to the Grand Canyon or the Statue of Liberty.
Two hundred years ago it was a health spa for wealthy people more...

Feb 26, 2007

Wimbledon is world famous for tennis. You don't have to watch it on TV - plan ahead now for your tickets. Last week in June and first week in July, 2009 more...

Visit Scotland - Explore The Outer Hebrides: The Western Isles Are a Beautiful Unspoit and Remote Part of Britain

Category: Scotland Travel

Known in the past as the Outer Hebrides, today they are called the Western Isles - and to the locals they are the Long Islands. An ancient history and beautifiul beaches. more...

Visit Ireland - Dublin for History,Style and Fun: One of Europe's Hippest Cities - Sophisticated and Cosmopolitan

Category: Ireland Travel

Dublin offers the historic and the contemporary: 8thc. Book of Kells at Trinity
College, a concert by rock band U2, Bewley's 19th-c. coffee house or trendy Temple Bar. more...

Feb 23, 2007

Travel Across Canada by Train: See Great Lakes, Rocky Mountains and Canadian Prairies in Comfort

Category: Family Travel (general)

Toronto to Vancouver by train. Experience one of the world's great rail journeys. From the Lakes of Ontario to the plains of Alberta and the forests of British Columbia. more...

Visit Scotland - Mull of Kintyre: West Coast of Scotland Kintyre - Peninsula Paul McCartney Lived Here

Category: Scotland Travel

The famous Beatle came to this rugged place for its wild beauty and solitude. A great place to get away from it all and to explore the unspoilt Kintyre Peninsula. more...

UK - Ironbridge Shropshire: World Heritage Site and Birthplace of the Industrial Revolution

Explore France - The Historic Canal du Midi: French Boating Holiday - Visit Carcasson, Toulouse, Sete, Bezier

Over two hundred ago the Industrial Revolution changed the world forever. It all began in a beautiful valley in Shrophire, England and it spread around the world. more...

Feb 17, 2007

Category: France Travel

Cruise the Canal du Midi. Starting in Toulouse, explore the Midi-Pyrénées, travel through landscapes painted by Renoir and Monet and visit historic towns along the way. more...

Feb 16, 2007

Walking in Ireland - The Historic Kerry Way: Iveragh Peninsula, Kenmare,Daniel O'Connell and Irish Music.

Category: Ireland Travel

The Kerry Way is one of the most popular walking trails in Ireland. It uses old droving paths and coach roads to take the walker on a journey through history more...

Feb 15, 2007

Denmark to Sweden in Ten Minutes: Cross from Copenhagen to Malmo by Train over the Oresund Region

London Walks - Historic Mayfair: Tiffany, Cartier, Asprey and Savile Row

Travel to two of Scandinavia's hippest cities - separated only by a short bridge - and explore the shopping, streets and sights. more...

Feb 10, 2007

Explore Ireland - The South West - Eire: Cork, Kerry, Dingle Peninsula and the Blarney Stone.

Mayfair is a mecca of luxury and opulence but it is also full of history more...

Feb 8, 2007

Category: Ireland Travel

The mild climate, ancient Celtic history, dramatic peninsulas, golden beaches and great food, plus a bit of blarney are waiting for you in Eire. more...

Feb 6, 2007

Explore England - Northumberland - Lindisfarne: Also Known as Holy Island - Birth of Christianity in Britain.

Canada - Newfoundland - Britain's First Colony: Saint John's,Signal Hill, Whale Watching

Holy Island - Lindisfarne was invaded by the Vikings and introduced to the word of God by St. Aiden - it is a place with an ancient history and great spirituality. more...

Feb 5, 2007

London - Old Compton Street in Soho: Historic Area, With Good Pubs, Unusual Shops and a Great Nightlife

Some of the best whale watching in the world plus history and natural beauty in Newfoundland, Britain's oldest colony. more...

Oct 29, 2009

Australia Outback - Ayers Rock/Uluru: Ancient and Sacred Place of the Aboriginal People

Soho has an interesting history. From being just a rural track hundreds of years ago it has developed over time into one of the most cosmopolitan areas in the city. more...

Oct 17, 2009

Nova Scotia Canada - Historic Town of Lunenburg: World Heritage Site and Birthplace of Bluenose Schooner

Human beings settled here over 10,000 years ago and over the centuries the Aboriginal people developed highly efficient ways of surviving in this hot, inhospitable land. more...

Oct 3, 2009

Venice Italy - Caffi Quadri St. Mark's Square: Historic 18th-Century Cafe Famous for Fine Italian Cuisine

The original inhabitants of Nova Scotia, and most of Canada's Atlantic Provinces, were the Mikmaq tribes who continuously occupied the region since prehistoric times. more...

Sep 19, 2009

National Gallery Trafalgar Square London: One of World’s Finest Collection of Paintings

This elegant coffee house and restaurant is situated in one of the finest public squares in the world which is also home to the amazing Byzantine Cathedral of St. Mark. more...

Sep 6, 2009

London Markets - Portobello Road: The Biggest Street-Market in Europe Famous for its Antique Shops

One of London's most popular attractions, it has one of the finest collections of paintings in the world and like all of the capital's public galleries entrance is free. more...

Aug 22, 2009

Visit Jordan - Ancient Roman City of Jerash: Impressive Temples, Market-places and Byzantine Churches

Portobello Market is one of the top attractions for visitors to London. Located in the capital's famous Notting Hill area. it draws visitors from around the world. more...

Aug 14, 2009

Category: Historic Tours

Jerash is one of the largest and best preserved Roman sites in the world. See what ancient Rome was really like. Less than an hour's drive from the capital Amman. more...

Aug 6, 2009

Visit South of France - Medieval Carcassonne: An Ancient Fortified City in the Languedoc-Roussillon Region

Category: Castles/Forts/Cathedrals Tours

Carcassonne is a fortified medieval city in the Aude département of the Languedoc-Roussillon area in the South of France. Probably the most famous place in the region. more...

Aug 2, 2009

UK Seaside Town Southend - Favorite of Londoners: Beach Holiday Only Fifty-Five Minute Train Ride from Central London

Italy – Orvieto – Umbria's Historic Hill Town: One of Italy's Finest Cathedrals plus Ancient Underground Caves

Railways arrived in the 1850s. The short trip from London to Southend gave Londoners their first opportunity to see the ocean and have a day at the seaside. more...

Jul 19, 2009

New York Historic Buildings -Visit the Six Best: Explore Some of the Most Famous Sites and Interiors in the USA

Visit Orvieto's 13th-century Duomo, explore hundreds of underground caves and shop in the medieval streets for Umbria's traditional and beautiful ceramics. more...

Jul 4, 2009

Northumberland Hadrian's Wall Why Was it Built?: Britain’s Spectacular Roman Site Was Erected for a Specific Purpose

New York City has many fine world-class buildings, some of which are famous around the world. See all of the six listed below without having to leaving Manhattan. more...

Jun 21, 2009

UK Northumberland - Explore Berwick- upon-Tweed: Historic Town on Scottish/English Border with Complete City Wall

The Romans invaded Britain in AD 43. It took thousands of soldiers six years to build Hadrian's Wall and the purpose was to mark the boundaries of the great Roman Empire. more...

Jun 14, 2009

UK Winchester – The Original Capital of England: England's First King, Egbert, was Crowned Here in the Year 827

Located in the county of Northumberland, Berwick-upon Tweed is the most northern town in England, only 2.5 miles south of the Scottish border. Walking the wall is a must. more...

May 24, 2009

English Seaside Towns - Historic Brighton: A Traditional British Beach Resort with a 19th Century Royal Palace

Winchester was chosen by Alfred the Great to be England's capital and here, in the 9th-century (871) he was crowned. It remained the capital for several centuries. more...

May 10, 2009

British Indian Food - Recipe for Kedgeree: Imported from India - Popular English Dish of Fish, Rice and Spices

Only two hours by train from London, Brighton is a popular resort on the south coast of England. Good for a family vacation with lots of stuff for kids to enjoy. more...

May 2, 2009

Category: Recipes (general)

In Victorian times kedgeree was a typical breakfast dish, along with other equally filling dishes. Today it is more likely to be served for lunch or a light dinner. more...

Apr 19, 2009

London Walks - Stroll Around Historic Bloomsbury: See Dickens House, Garden Squares,British Museum, St.Pancras Station

Italy - Capri - Historic Villa San Michele: Roman Ruins, Fine Mediteranian Garden, Walks Along Leafy Trails

Bloomsbury, once the literary heart of London, is still a good place to buy books. Lots of coffee shops and interesting pubs - explore a bit of historic and modern London more...

Apr 3, 2009

Historic London Pubs - Spaniard's Inn: Traditional British Pub Near Hampstead Heath in North London

Built by Axel Munthe in 1895 to display his collection of Roman antiquities, the Villa San Michele is perched on a mountainside overlooking the lower half of Capri. more...

Mar 15, 2009

Luxury Golf Vacation in Scotland: Greywalls Hotel Beside Muirfield Golf Links – Historic Country House

Many historic London pubs, like the Spaniard's Inn, are just a short Tube trip from the West End. Ancient in character but up to date where good food is concerned. more...

Mar 1, 2009

Unexplored London - Unusual Places Easily Missed: Bird Watching All Year Round, Historic Cemetery, A Fine Stately Home

Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman and Nick Faldo visited Greywalls and played at Muirfield Golf Course, venue for several British Open championships. Garden by Gertrude Jekyll. more...

Feb 17, 2009

UK - Explore York - Yorkshire's Historic City: Roman Wall,York Minster, Shambles - Oldest Shopping Street in UK

Go bird watching, explore a19th century cemetery, visit one of the few houses to survive the great 17th century fire of London and enjoy free entry to a fab stately home. more...

Feb 9, 2009

Sardinia Italy - The Best Places to Visit: Historic and Unusual Island - Porto Cervo, Costa Smeralda,Orgosolo

The Romans invaded Britain in 43AD. Moving north in 71AD they built a walled fortress to house a legion, or about 5,000 men. This was the birth of the city of York. more...

Jan 29, 2009

Explore Morocco - The South - Agadir for Beaches: Kasbah, Excellent Beaches, Folk Art Museum,Good Nightlife

Golden beaches, cheap hotels as well as expensive hotels are available. To see traditional Sardinia you need to leave the Costa Smeralda and head inland to the Barbagio. more...

Jan 28, 2009

Category: Morocco Travel

Agadir is a laid back sort of place with a fantastic beach, good restaurants and a reasonable nightlife. It is a good base for a relaxing vacation. more...

Jan 18, 2009

Historic London Pubs - The Holly Bush: Located in a Quiet London Street - Noted for Fine Ales and good food

South of France - Antibes a French Riviera Gem: Historic Old Town a Perfect Base for Exploring the Côte d'Azur.

The Holly Bush pub in Hampstead, North London, is a short Tube ride from central London. It has been serving beer and ale on the same spot for over two hundred years. more...

Dec 22, 2008

Offbeat London- Some Unusual Places to Explore: Bird Watching, Stately Home, Historic Cemetery, All Close to Centre

For a great French holiday on the Riviera use the historic town of Antibes as your base. Situated between Nice and Cannes and close to Italy. more...

Dec 3, 2008

Category: England Travel

London has so many attractions that it is easy to stay in the centre. However there are dozens of unusual places less than an hour from downtown for both kids and adults. more...

Nov 9, 2008

Christmas in London - Offbeat Things to Do: London Eye,Pantomime,Ice Skating, Carols inTrafalgar Square

Category: England Travel

London is famous for Xmas shopping, theatres, historic buildings and famous sites. Explore some offbeat attractions and discover something different. more...

Oct 27, 2008

France - Enjoy Relaxing Spring Vacation in Paris: See Eiffel Tower,Louvre,Montmartre Before the Summer Crowds Arrive

Category: France Travel

Spring is the best time to see Paris. It can be hot in summer, with queues everywhere.
Go early in the year explore this lovely city in comfort and 'relaxez-vous'. more...

Oct 16, 2008

UK Northumberland - Walking Hadrian's Wall: Britain's Largest and Most Historic Roman Monument - 84 Miles long.

Category: Historic Tours

Discover Roman forts and barracks, unspoiled landscapes, objects from the Roman occupation of Britain under the rule of the Roman Emperor Hadrian. more...

Sep 26, 2008

Best Historic Luxury Hotels in London- Claridges: One of London's Most Elegant Buildings - An Art Deco Gem in Mayfair

Essaouira Morocco: Souks, Surfing Beaches, History, Moroccan Culture

Claridge's is one of London's most elegant hotels, wIth a fascinating history. It is situated in one of the city's stylish areas, noted for fine restaurants and shops. more...

Sep 15, 2008

London Art Galleries - Courtauld Collection: Somerset House: Works by Cezanne, Renoir, Degas, Van Gogh and others

Essaouira is a World Heritage Site. It is a peaceful coastal town easy to reach from Marakesh. Official languages are Arabic and French but many people speak English. more...

Sep 6, 2008

London - National Gallery: An Internationally Acclaimed Collection of British Art

The Courtauld Collection of Impressionist and Post Impressionist paintings is housed in Somerset House, an 18th century palace by the banks of the Thames. more...

Aug 31, 2008

Luxury Hotels in London - The Ritz: Opulence and Style in Fashionable Mayfair

London's National Gallery is one of the finest art galleries in the world, with a famous collection situated in one of London's most popular sites - Trafalgar Square. more...

Aug 18, 2008

London Covent Garden: Seven Dials: Theatres, Stylish Shopping, Historic Pubs

The Ritz is not only one of the best of London's luxury hotels it also is a famous landmark with many historic connections and 'Tea at the Ritz' is a traditional treat. more...

Aug 4, 2008

England - The Battle of Maldon: Vikings and Saxons Clash in a Small English Village

Take an Underground train to Covent Garden. Ask an employee at the exit for a map of Covent Garden. (It's free) and make your way to the historic Seven Dials area. more...

Jul 28, 2008

Walking in Northumberland with a Shepherd: Iron Age Hill Forts and Bronze Age Burial Cairns

A short distance from London is the scene of one of the most remarkable battles in English history which shows that being a gentleman doesn't always pay. more...

Jul 15, 2008

Luxury Camping in Kenya: Exclusive Safaris in the Masai Mara

Explore the dramatic landscape of Northumberland with an authentic hill shepherd and discover how ancient Brits lived 2,500 years ago. more...

Jul 5, 2008

British Museum London: Rosetta Stone,Lewis Chessmen,Sutton Hoo Treasure,Egyptian Mummies

Camping in Africa can bring you really close to the animals. The Masai Mara in Kenya is one of the best places in the world for viewing wildlife. more...

Jun 25, 2008

Traditional British Food - Toad in the Hole: Recipe for Old-time Dish of Yorkshire Pudding batter and sausages

The British Museum has some of the world's greatest treasures, from the colossal Elgin Marbles to the delicate Portland Vase. Do it the easy way - see top tip below. more...

Jun 15, 2008

Hadrian's Wall - An Historical View: The Largest Structure the Romans Ever Built

Toad in the Hole is an 18th-century name for a batter pudding but sausages were not used until fairly recent times. more...

Jun 9, 2008

Luxury Shopping in London: Traditional shops for Antiques, Savile Row Suits, Umbrellas

The northern county of Northumberland is home to Hadrian's Wall, built by the Romans over 1500 years ago and stretching for 73 miles bordering Scotland and England. more...

Jun 6, 2008

British Food - Steak and Kidney Pie Recipe: Traditional English Meal Made Popular Again

Luxury shopping in London should include Gieves & Hawkes the tailors, Purdey for historic guns, James Smith & Son for the best umbrellas money can buy. more...

Jun 3, 2008

Bed & Breakfast Around the World: Enjoy Traditional Accommodations in Different Countries.

British chefs have rediscovered many wonderful traditional dishes, some of which go back hundreds of years. Steak & Kidney pie is one dish now popular around the world. more...

May 20, 2008

Category: Budget Accommodations

Not only is it economical it is also a great way to enjoy home-cooked traditional foods and get a grass roots view of the country you are visiting. more...

May 18, 2008

London Art Galleries - Tate Modern: Important Modern Art Gallery in London on the Bank of the Thames.

Italy - Ferrara: World Cultural Heritage City and Renaissance Jewel

Tate Modern is the world's largest modern art gallery housed in former power station. Its industrial scale design allows it to show enormous works of art. more...

Apr 29, 2008

Visit New York - Historic Chelsea Area: Leafy streets lined with elegant 19th.c houses plus a famous hotel

In 1492, the same year that Columbus discovered America for Spain a rich nobleman in Italy was creating Ferrara, "the first modern European city." more...

Apr 20, 2008

Lively arts scene and good restaurants. The famous and infamous stayed at the Chelsea Hotel. Visit the Historic District for New York's famous 'brownstones'. more...

How to be a Journalist - Develop Your Own Style: Tips to Make Your Writing Stand Out and Help Sell your Articles

Develop your own distinctive writing style by learning to express yourself clearly and trust your own voice. Editors prefer an individual style. Don't copy other writers more...

How to Be a Journalist - Tips re Good Interviews: Get the Best Out of Your Subject by Using Professional Techniques

How to Be a Journalist - Contacting Editors: Preparing the pitch, getting a commission,dealing with rejection.

Journalistic interviews are not a conversation. Both parties are aware that it is an interview. Conversation can get away from the point. Prepare questions ahead of time. more...

Apr 17, 2008

How to Be a Journalist- Top Freelance Tips: Structure of an Article - Follow a Logical Line of Thought

Asking an editor to give you a commission is like being a travelling salesman. You'd better give a good presentation or the door will be quickly be closed. more...

Apr 15, 2008

Freelance Journalism - A Beginner's Guide: Writing for Newspapers and Magazines

You have a good angle for your article and a newspaper or magazine that you are going to approach - time to start writing. Be clear on what your point of view is. more...

Apr 12, 2008

Traditional British Food - Fish Pie: This English Recipe has a long history dating back to the Romans.

Browse magazines and newspapers for ideas on subjects that interest you and collect relevant cuttings. Before contacting editors make sure you have some specific ideas. more...

Apr 2, 2008

Italy - Explore Venice and the Veneto: Treviso,Palladian Villas,Canal Buranelli,mountain village of Asola

In medieval times British fish pies were often cooked with spices and sugar and covered with a pastry lid coated in icing. Today it is a simple, easy to make dish. more...

Mar 22, 2008

Tunisia - The Unexplored North Jugurtha's Table: Scene of Battle Between Berber Tribes and the Romans 2000 Years Ago

The jewel of Italy's Veneto region is Venice but there are many other gems with easy reach of Venice which are worth exploring. more...

Mar 16, 2008

London Walks - Rural Hampstead Heath: Historic Landscape of Woodland, Meadows and a Stately Home

Jugurtha's Table in Northern Tunisia, sits in a landscape lush and green all year with forests of eucalyptus, pine and cork. Visit Bizerte and Lake Echkeul en route. more...

Mar 5, 2008

Ireland - Visit the Aran Islands: Explore One of Ireland's Most Historic and Unspoilt Places

Hampstead Heath is only four miles from Piccadilly Circus, the heart of London - a rural walk takes you to the haunts of 18th-century highwaymen like Dick Turpin. more...

Feb 26, 2008

Unexplored London - Brick Lane: French Huguenots,Jews and Bengalis have made this area their home

The Aran Islands are situated off the west coast of Ireland and are part of County Galway.
There is no other part of Ireland that resembles these three small islands. more...

Feb 11, 2008

London Galleries - The Royal Academy of Arts: Oldest Art Gallery in Britain - Housed in an 18th-Century Mansion

Brick Lane in London's East End has been home to immigrants for centuries. Now it's the Bengali community who fill the streets with sari shops and curry restaurants. more...

Jan 29, 2008

London's Historic Street Markets - Berwick St.: Traditional Market in Heart of Cosmopolitan Soho Since 18th Century

The Royal Academy is one of London's main attractions,its special exhibitions are famous. The annual Summer Exhibition is held every year from May to August. more...

Jan 11, 2008

Italy - Explore Turin in the Steps of Nietzsche: Via Roma,Piazza Carlo Alberto,Mole Antonelliana,Teatro Regio.

Berwick Street market has been trading over two hundred years in the same spot. A real London market, it sells fruit and vegetables plus a wide variety of other goods. more...

Dec 12, 2007

London - Luxury Shopping in Jermyn Street: For quality clothing, hand made shoes and a famous hat shop.

When the 19th century German philosopher Fredrich Neitzsche moved to Turin in 1888 he loved it instantly. He also loved walking and for him Turin was the perfect place. more...

Nov 28, 2007

Ireland - Discovering Dublin on Foot: Temple Bar, Trinity College, Book of Kells

Jermyn Street in the heart of London's West End is the place to go for luxury shopping plus a 19th century barber shop and London's first perfumers. more...

Nov 11, 2007

Canada - Halifax and the Titanic: Nova Scotia's Historic city - Titanic, Lunenberg, Peggy's Cove

Discovering Dublin is easy. It's small enough to walk around and is steeped in history and also loaded with contemporary culture.Temple Bar great for night life an music. more...

Nov 4, 2007

Kenya - Outspan Treetops Adventure: Historic Travel to Africa to See Kenya's Wild Animals Up Close

Nova Scotia's capital city Halifax and the Titanic are forever linked with the 1912 sinking of the Titanic. Most of the victims are buried in the city's main church yard. more...

Oct 23, 2007

London South Bank - Six Best Things to See: Shakespeare's Globe Theatre,Tate Modern,Royal Festival Hall,The Eye

Kenya's Outspan Treetop Adventure in Aberdare National Park is a world class resort for viewing animals in their natural habitat as they come to drink at the water hole more...

Oct 7, 2007

Explore London - What to see and do?: Camden Town,Historic Shopping Arcades,South Bank, London by Gaslight

The South Bank is home to some of London's most popular tourist attractions. Below are six of the best - there are many more. more...

Sep 22, 2007

UK - Walking in Northumberland: Howick to Craster - A Seven-mile Circular Walk

Sights you may have missed - paths you may not have trodden - from the Da Vinci Code to Samuel Johnson's favourite pub. London is the tourist capital of the world. more...

Sep 15, 2007

Christmas Shopping in London: Oxford Street and Regent Street for Easy Shopping and Best Gifts

In 2006 the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) voted the north east county of Northumberland to be the most tranquil region in England more...

Aug 30, 2007

UK - Northumberland - Newcastle upon Tyne,: Sage Concert Hall, Baltic Art Centre and Catherine Cookson Country

Buying Christmas presents on London's two main shopping streets saves time and all the big department stores are here. more...

Aug 15, 2007

British Museum London: Magna Carta, Shakespeare's First Folio, Gutenberg Bible

Newcastle upon Tyne - lively city within reach of Lindisfarne and Alnwick Castle of Harry Potter fame. The City Centre has some of the finest architecture in the country more...

Jul 29, 2007

London Walks - Camden Town: Regent's Canal, Camden Lock Market, Ethnic Restaurants

The British Museum opened in January 1759 with a collection of around eighty thousand items. Today it contains more than four million objects. more...

Jul 13, 2007

A cosmopolitan part of London, full of funky street markets. One of the capital's best music scenes as well as a centre for the arts, media and fashion. more...

Explore Paris - Ten Great Things To Do and See: Montmartre, Picasso Museum,Pantheon,Rodin Museum,Marais District

Explore diverse areas of Paris for an eclectic mix of places well known and other less trodden - from street markets to a Campari on the elegant Champs Elysees. more...

Hogmanay in Scotland: Torchlight Parade, Street Parties, Fireworks, Street Bands

Austria - Traditional Christmas in Vienna: Yuletide Markets.St. Stephen's Cathedral, Xmas shopping

The biggest event on the Scottish calendar is Hogmanay. Visitors come from around the world to join in "The Best New Year's Party in Europe more...

Jul 3, 2007

Vienna - The Third Man: Following in the steps of Harry Lime

Christmas in Vienna is to experience a really traditional festive season. Musicians play Mozart in the lively streets and the Christmas markets are a shopper's delight. more...

Jul 2, 2007

David Thompson Bicentennial 2007: The greatest North American land geographer of his time

With the zither music of Anton Karas in your ear, take a walk around pre-war Vienna and visit the evocative places created in Grahame Green's book and Carol Reed's movie. more...

Jun 30, 2007

Category: Canadian History (general)

On June 26, 2007 a memorial plaque was placed on the wall of the Grey Coat School in Westminster, London, to commemorate the bicentennial of the death of David Thompson. more...

Jun 23, 2007

South Africa - Safaris in Kwazulu Natal: Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve

London Walks - Explore Fleet Street: Da Vinci Code,Wynkyn de Worde and Shakespeare

Kwazulu Natal is known for its game reserves. It also attracts those who are interested in military history, as the great battlefields of the Anglo-Boer War are here. more...

Jun 19, 2007

Explore Wales - Walking the Pembroke Coast Path: Visit a 5,000-year burial ground,12th-century cathedral and more.

London's Fleet Street is where the the first book printed on a printing press in the 16th-century. By the end of the 17th-century the 'street of ink' was born more...

Jun 15, 2007

Where to Buy the Best British Umbrella: Rainy day in London - Buy a Traditional English Brolly

A varied walk with lots to see en route. The Pembroke Coastal Path offers miles of unspoilt coastline, historic monuments,18th-century lily ponds and a 12thc. cathedral. more...

Jun 12, 2007

Jordan - Dead Sea Kingdom Baptism Place of Jesus: Full of biblical treasures and steeped in ancient history

Buy the best British umbrella from a traditional umbrella maker. Plus patio umbrellas, decorative walking canes and pretty parasols for sunny days. more...

Jun 8, 2007

London - Traditional Afternoon Tea: Places for delicious tea and cakes can be found all over the city

Known as the Hashemite Kingdom, Jordan offers the old and the new with modern cities and historic sites. Jerash is one of the largest and best Roman sites in the world. more...

Jun 7, 2007

Canada Day in London: Celebrations in Trafalgar Square

London tea rooms are where you will find the traditional afternoon tea. You don't have to frequent the famous places, there are great little places in Soho and Mayfair. more...

Jun 6, 2007

France - Explore Six Best Paris Street Markets: Best Shopping for Antiques, Food, Clothes, Books and Exotic Birds

Canada turns 140 this year. First Nations and Olympians kick off in the heart of London more...

Jun 4, 2007

Dubai - Traditional and Modern Arab Culture: Luxury Hotels, Clean Beaches, Desert Experience,Traditional Markets

Paris is known for its food markets but there are many more street markets worth exploring. Discover six of the best in different areas of Paris. All are easy to reach. more...

Jun 1, 2007

Walking in the English Lake District: One of the UK's Top Hiking areas - Mountains, Moorland and Lakeshore

Not only is Dubai the place to experience traditional Arab Culture, it also is one of the world's richest cities. Shopping in Dubai is among the best in the world. more...

May 31, 2007

Birmingham UK - England's Second City: The Historic Jewellery Quarter

Hike around the biggest lakes, Windermere and Ullswater. Climb Scafell Pike, the highest point in England. Visit historic houses, explore literary connections. more...

May 27, 2007

Australia - Climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge: Great views of Sydney, Opera House, the Rocks and Sydney Cove

Birmingham played a big part in the Industrial Revolution. It was known as "the workshop of the world" for the quality of the work created by its craftsmen and tradesmen. more...

May 25, 2007

Pisa - Italy - A Medieval City in Tuscany: The Leaning Tower, 12th Century Baptistry, Miracle Square

The Bridge Climb takes you high above the skyscrapers for a view of one of the loveliest harbours in the world. Built 75 years ago it is one of Sydney's main attractions. more...

May 21, 2007

Explore New York - Snug Harbor, Staten Island: Heritage Victorian Village a Short Ferry Ride from Manhattan

The famous Tower is Pisa's icon. Explore the Cathedral, historic Borgo Street and great Tuscan cuisine, plus ancient streets to explore. Check out the Botanical Garden more...

May 10, 2007

The Tower of London: A place with a dark and bloody past.

Famous vaudeville artists as well as the Boston Ladies Schubert Quartet performed in the Music Hall. Today Snug Harbor still is a popular centre for the performing arts. more...

May 5, 2007

Explore London - Trafalgar Square: Canada House,National Gallery, Nelson's Column,Water Fountains

The Tower of London is famous for executions; two of Henry the Vlll wives were beheaded here, plus many others during its long life. Building began in the early 1080's. more...

May 2, 2007

Traditional British Food - Old Time Meat Pies: Giant Pies, Game Pies, Melton Mowbury Pork Pies,Stargazy Pie

Trafalgar Square is one of London's great meeting places and close to some of London's most popular areas, like Covent Garden and Soho. more...

Apr 29, 2007

Visit Scotland - Farleyer House Hotel: Historic hotel in Perthshire, Overlooking the Beautiful Tay Valley

The Victorians build an empire on stomachs full of rich food and giant pies were the style. Meat pies are still popular all over Britain-not so elaborate but still tasty. more...

Apr 26, 2007

Explore London - Piccadilly Circus: The hub of London. Eros, Theatres, Pubs,Nightlife,Soho and Shopping

With only six large rooms this award-winning hotel is intimate and friendly. Near the attractive small town of Aberfeldy and among best salmon fishing spots in Scotland. more...

Apr 22, 2007

Italy Where to Go - Visit Romantic Verona: Juliet’s House, the Roman Forum and the Historic Piazza Bra Market

This little island surrounded by traffic is London's favourite meeting place for people from around the world. It was meant for better things but progress got in the way. more...

Apr 20, 2007

Pembrokeshire Wales - Music and Ancient History: Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Gors Fawr, Rhosygilwen Mansion

Verona attracts the crowds on Valentine's Day, but drawn by Shakespeare's tale of star- crossed lovers, but the real stars are the town itself and the amazing Roman Forum more...

Apr 17, 2007

Explore Eastern Canada - Acadian Nova Scotia: The Capital Halifax, Graveyard of the Titanic, the Evangeline Trail

Pembrokeshire is rich in pre-historic sites, ancient woodlands and sandy beaches. Stay in a Victorian mansion with its own concert hall featuring top-class UK musicians more...

Apr 10, 2007

Explore Turin Italy - Best Things to See and Do: Second Best Egyptian Museum in the World Plus the Turin Shroud.

In the 17th-century many people crossed the Atlantic from France to settle in their new homeland, Acadia, now part of Canada's Maritime provinces. Ici on parle français. more...

Apr 4, 2007

Explore Vienna - Austria's Capital City of Music: Mozart,Vienna Boys Choir and the Third Man

Turin is an historic and elegant city, home to Leonardo da Vinci's self portrait, Juventis Football Club, the Fiat company, a fabulous flea market, and origin of Vermouth more...

Mar 30, 2007

Visit Sicily - Greek Temples and Ancient Towns: Explore the capital Palermo, Beaches at Cefalu, Historic Agrigento

Vienna really is a city of music; Beethoven, Brahms, Schubert, Mozart, Strauss all lived and composed here. Street musicians play the classics and the Harry Lime Theme. more...

Mar 29, 2007

Category: Italy Travel

Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, has something for everyone: Greek temples, beaches, and great markets in the capital, Palermo. An historic part of Italy more...

Mar 28, 2007

Explore Italy -Tuscany's Historic Hill Villages: San Gimignano, Poggibonsi, Colle Val d’Elsa, Radicondoli,Addadia Iso

Visit Exotic Morocco for Unusual Vacation: Marakesh, Jemaa el Fna, Essaouira, Touradant

Tuscany is known for its beautiful villages - here are a few to discover in the area of Valdelsa. Less than an hour's drive between each village and all worth a visit. more...

Mar 27, 2007

Category: Morocco Travel

A Morocco vacation takes the visitor to ancient walled cities like Essaouira, the famous square,Jemaa el Fna, in Marakesh, and Touradant with its 13th-century ramparts. more...

Mar 26, 2007

Visit Italy Sardinia - Historic Barbagia Region: Costa Smeralda's Beaches, Mysterious Giants

Italy - Walking on Capri: Exploring the Island on Foot is Best Way to Reach Historic Sites

Sardinia has two faces: the coast with its resorts and hotels and the mountainous interior, the mysterious Barbagia region with many small mountain villages. more...

Mar 25, 2007

Category: Italy Travel

Explore Old Capri and shop in via Camarelle for high style Italian fashion. Visit Anacapri, Amalfi Coast, the famous Blue Grotto and the ruins of a fabulous Roman Villa. more...

Mar 24, 2007

USA New York City - Explore Manhattan: Empire State Building, MOMA, Central Park. Tiffany's, Shopping, Fun

Category: New York Travel

Manhattan is laid out in a grid pattern and finding your way around is easy- avenues run parallel to the island's length and streets criss-cross it east to west. more...

Mar 23, 2007

Paris- Explore Old Jewish Quarter - the Marais: Picasso Museum,Historic Place des Vosges, Victor Hugo’s House

France - Explore The Champagne-Ardenne Region: Dom Perignon, Reims Cathedral, the Motor Car Museum and Joan of Arc

See what Paris looked like in the early 19th-century before its medievial heart was destroyed by Baron Haussman. Somehow the Marais managed to escape the destruction. more...

Mar 22, 2007

Explore Scotland – Walking on the Isle of Skye: Inner Hebrides, Portree, The Mysterious Quiraing and a Coral Beach.

Reims is the capital of the Champagne region in north-east France and a good base for exploring the area. It is also home to several of the great champagne houses. more...

Mar 22, 2007

Category: Vacations & Leisure (general)

Skye is the largest island of Scotland's Inner Hebrides. Known for its beauty and unusual landscape, it is popular with hikers and there are walks to suit every ability. more...

Mar 18, 2007

South Australia - Offbeat Kangaroo Island: One of the Best Places for Viewing Wildlife

Category: Adventure Travel

Unspoilt environment for many indigenous animals. Kangaroos, wallabies, bandicoots and possums are common. Also koalas, platypus, sea lions, wedge-tailed eagles and more. more...

Mar 17, 2007

Bed and Breakfast Around the World: UK. Canada,USA, Australia,Japan and Europe

Category: Budget Accommodations

Finns do it, Swedes do it, even the Japanese do it. Although it originated in Britain the B&B concept is catching on around the world more...

Mar 16, 2007

Explore London - Soho: Mozart, Karl Marx and Samuel Johnson all lived here

Historic London Theatres: From Nell Gwynn to Oscar Wilde - Worldwide Tourist Attraction

Once home to sex parlours and clip joints, Soho was cleaned up in the 1960's, Today it is the most cosmopolitan area of London, packed with great restaurants and pubs. more...

Mar 13, 2007

London Walks - The Temple, Fleet Street: Sixteenth Century Buldings in thIs Intriguing and Historic Area

London's theatres have a long history, from the original Globe Theatre in the 16th-century to the more than fifty theatres in the West End today. more...

Mar 12, 2007

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre South Bank London: Original 17th-century Playhouse was Faithfully Reconstructed in 2008

The Temple area has housed London's legal profession since 1320. One of London's most atmospheric areas. Lit by old gas lamps, it is perfect for a visit to the past. more...

Mar 5, 2007

Walking in England - Leland Trail in Somerset: An Historic 28-mile Footpath Through Some of the UK's Finest Scenery

The new Globe Theatre resulted from years of pressure on the authorities by American actor Sam Wanamaker. It was his vision and determination that made it possible. more...

Mar 3, 2007

Visit the Stately Homes of England: Historic Hampton Court, Leeds Castle,Blenheim Palace,Alnwick Castle

Following in the footsteps of John Leland, commissioned by Henry VIII to travel around England to seek out antiquities, records, writings and treasures for the King. more...

Mar 3, 2007

Visit England's stately homes to see some of the finest historic buildings in Britain. Set in some of the UK's most beautiful scenery, they are mostly easy to access. more...

Explore New York - 5th Avenue: Harlem, Empire State Building, Rockefeller Centre and Central Park

Category: New York Travel

New York has soaring skyscrapers, world-famous art galleries ,great shopping,Central Park .The Big Apple is one of the world's top tourist destinations. more...

New York - Visit Brighton Beach and Coney Island: Explore One of the Big Apple's Offbeat Areas for Something Different

Category: New York Travel

The largest community of Russians outside the former Soviet Union. Stroll the Boardwalk by the sea and buy caviar and sturgeon. A 40-minute subway ride from Manhattan. more...

Australia - Discover Aboriginal Outback Artists: New South Wales,Broken Hill, Silverton

Category: Australia Travel

The first art gallery in New South Wales opened in Broken Hill in 1904 and the town has become a major centre for artists, which include many fine Aboriginal painters. more...

Feb 27, 2007

London to Venice by Train Less than Three Hours: One of Europe's Fabulous Journeys with Time for an Aperitif in Paris

Greenwich UK - Home of Historic Prime Meridian: Greenwich Meridian, Cutty Sark and the The Royal Observatory

An afternoon Eurostar from London gets you to Paris in 2 hours 20 minutes. Time for a short visit. then take the overnight sleeper from central Paris direct to Venice more...

Feb 26, 2007

London Walks - A Country Walk in the City: Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, Green Park and St.James's Park

Greenwich is famous all over the world as the home of the Prime Meridian and Greenwich Mean Time. At the Royal Observatory you can stand on the Prime Meridian line. more...

Feb 25, 2007

Enjoy an approximately four and a half-mile country stroll in one of the most walkable cities in the world - a walk that includes the previous home of Princess Diana. more...

Niagara Falls - Visit USA and Canada on Same Day: Each country has its own side of the Falls with its Own History

Category: NE U.S. Travel (general)

There are two small towns named Niagara Falls, on each side of the border between United States and Canada, and they each offer a different and interesting experience. more...

Visit Historic Malta -The George Cross Island: Valetta, Gozo and Vittoriosa, Grand Harbour

Category: Malta Travel

The Island of Malta is a World Heritage Site. Historic buildings, picturesque villages, and a dramatic coastline make Malta a perfect place for a painting holiday. more...

Feb 22, 2007

South Africa - Explore The Battlefield Sites: The Anglo-Zulu War was the Worst Defeat the British had Ever Known

Category: Historic Tours

The route covers all of the major battle sites: Rorke's Drift, Blood River, Tlana, Isandlwana, as well as the siege of Ladysmith and the dramatic Drakensberg Mountains. more...

Visit Yorkshire UK Robin Hood's Bay: Once a Notorious Smuggling Centre - Now a Quiet Seaside Town

Robin Hood probably never visited this part of Yorkshire, and the smugglers are long gone. Now,visitors come for the clean sandy beach and a stay in the pretty village. more...

Germany - Saxony - Musical Capital of Europe: Dresden, Frauenkirche,Semper Opera, Gorlitz, Leipzig, Bach

Scotland - Edinburgh - Medieval and Modern: Princes Street, Medieval Old Town, Edinburgh Zoo,Historic Stirling

The capital of Saxony, Dresden, is described as an architectural gem, It also has a fine Rembrandt collection, the Semper Opera House and some historic coffee houses. more...

Feb 17, 2007

Explore France - Normandy for Seaside & Culture: D-Day Beaches, Joan of Arc, Monet's Giverny, Bayeux Tapestry

Princes Street is one of the most elegant streets in Europe. Visit the medieval Old Town and the Gothic monument to Sir Walter Scott, for bird's eye views from the top. more...

Feb 15, 2007

Tunisia - North Africa's Popular Vacation Spot: Mediteranean Coast Resort with Good Beaches and an Ancient History

Much to see and do in Normandy, from Beach walking, World War ll Landing Beaches, fine cuisine and one of France's top tourist attractions, Mont-St.Michel. more...

Feb 12, 2007

Category: Tunisia Travel

Visit Tunisia for a Saharan camel ride in Kibili, Luke Skywater's 'Star Wars' home in Matmata, Roman town of Dougga, Bardo Museum, and World Heritage Medina for shopping. more...

Feb 10, 2007

Explore Italy - Umbria Asisi and St. Francis: Visit the Basilica and the Medieval Hill Town of Assisi

British Food - The Humble Meat Pie: Quail and Dove Pies plus Steak and Kidney, Pork and Chicken Pies

Umbrian attractions include the tomb of St. Francis in Assisi more...

Feb 8, 2007

Canada - The Yukon Gold Rush: Gold panning in the Klondike brought riches to Dawson City.

British food is now as cosmopolitan as the cuisine if any other country but the humble meat pie, in all its variety, will always be with us. more...

Feb 6, 2007

Explore London - Historic Chinatown: Food From Many Areas of China - Canton,Sichhuan, Beijing,Peking

The lure of gold brought thousands of people from around the world to the Yukon Gold Rush to pan for gold and Dawson City became a rich town from the Bonanza Creek gold. more...

Feb 5, 2007