It may not be the most famous but the stunning 18th century complex at Caserta is actually one of the biggest royal palaces in the world!
Pompeii: Frozen in time
With a map to follow – and key sites to look out for – here is everything you need to know to see the best of Pompeii independently.
The best Greek temples in the world
When some refugees from Ancient Greece started a new colony on the shore of today’s Italy, they didn’t realise that 2500 years later their city would be the best preserved in the world!
How to spend a day in historic Naples
The historic centre of Naples is a World Heritage Site and you’ll see why if you can avoid the chaos and find the grandeur.
Naples to Sorrento: A perfect Amalfi day trip
The Amalfi Coast deserves more than a day trip but, if you’re short of time, here are my tips for a day trip from Naples to Sorrento.
The Salzburg myth
Salzburg is one of the most beautiful cities in Austria and it’s easy to fill your time. Here’s my guide to some of the best things to do on a visit.
The unhappy Habsburgs
The Habsburgs may have had opulent homes like Schonbrunn Palace – but did it mean they were happy?
Things to do in Meknes, Morocco
Many people just visit Meknes as a daytrip from Fez but that doesn’t do this old imperial capital justice. There is lots to see – including a creepy prison!
The rock of Gibraltar
You really can’t avoid the rock when you visit Gibraltar – it literally looms over everything you do. So here are the best ways to explore the rock itself.