The castles of King Edward I in Wales may have been built for a brutal conflict, but they have become stunning parts of the country’s heritage.
Sossusvlei: The best of Namibia’s sand dunes
Namibia is home to the world’s oldest desert and one of the most beautiful natural landscapes on earth.
Betrayed by the Last Supper
What do you do when there are no tickets left to see a masterpiece? Go and see a different one next door!
The Euphrasian Basilica in Poreč
In the small Croatian town of Poreč, most visitors come for the beaches and the bars. But there’s something much more important to see!
The land of silk and money
The wealth of Valencia was built on silk trading, so it’s no surprise to discover that the Silk Exchange is a very special building.
The defence of Bergamo
To protect this beautiful historic city from enemies, the Venetians built an incredible wall around the whole hill.
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.
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.
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!