Mala Strana, Prague.

The best of Mala Strana: Prague neighbourhood guide

Explore Prague's romantic Mala Strana neighborhood. Discover the Lennon Wall, Petrin hill, and the unique Karel Zeman Museum. What is Mala Strana all about? Prague is sometimes built up as one of the world’s most romantic cities – but the reality often doesn’t match that…
Linz, Austria.

A travel guide to Linz, Austria, for first time visitors

Linz offers an Austria beyond the stereotypes – and museums that do things differently. What is Linz all about? If you’ve come for the Austrian stereotypes – grand Habsburg palaces, classical music and alpine cowscapes – then Linz’s forward thinking, innovative modernity comes as a…
The Brno skyline

Brno, Czechia: A travel guide for first time visitors

Czechia’s second city does things differently – and specialises in unusual attractions. What is Brno all about? Beyond the big capitals, worthwhile destinations tend to fall into one of two categories. They either have not much to do but are great to hang out in…
Plaza Mayor in Valladolid, Spain.

A first-time visitor’s guide to Valladolid, Spain

Valladolid encapsulates High Spain – and is a fine place to learn about Cervantes and Columbus. What is Valladolid all about? Spain is a difficult beast to get a handle on – partly because there are so many different versions of it. Andalucia has the…
The Alhambra in Granada, Spain.

A guide to Granada, Spain, for first-time visitors

The Andalucian city of Granada is home to one of Europe’s top attractions – the Alhambra – but there’s much more to it than that. What’s Granada all about? If it was just about backdrops, Granada would be worth visiting – it sits in front…
The Alcazaba of Almeria.

Almeria travel guide for first time visitors

The Andalucian city of Almeria has a fantastic fortress, a lively tapas scene and an unexpectedly impressive movie heritage. What is Almeria all about? For the Europeans who provide the bulk of Almeria’s visitors, the climate is the main draw. It is reputedly the hottest…
The River Sile in Treviso, Italy.

Treviso travel guide for first time visitors

A Treviso travel guide for first-time visitors. Discover the city’s canals, local dining, and practical advice for exploring the Veneto region. What’s Treviso all about? Treviso is cursed by a reputation of being somewhere to pass through. Its tiny airport is used by European budget…
The Arena in Verona, Italy.

Verona travel guide for first time visitors

My Verona travel guide for first-time visitors covers the Roman Arena, Shakespearean sites, and essential tips for exploring this historic city. What’s Verona all about? One look at a map, and Verona’s romantic reputation makes instant sense. The city walls and the looping River Adige…