Enough about sun-drenched beaches and clear blue skies. It’s time you experienced the full gloom of travel. From ancient castles to Tolkienesque landscapes, Scotland and Ireland should be on your list. The weather might be...
Tag: History
Our Favourite Historical Places in Jordan (That Aren’t Petra)
Jordan is a hotbed for historical sites that will give you a rare chance to explore some of the earth's oldest ruins and wonders. Lots of travellers visit famous Petra, but this country is rich...
The Lure, the Intrigue of Cafe Culture
Why do so many of us love going to cafes so much? My theory used to be that cafes offer a feeling of home away from home and an office away from an office. We...
A Visit to Vimy Ridge
The way a country memorializes its tragedies and victories tells you a lot about its culture. I’ve visited many monuments and memorials during my travels but the one that has always stuck with me is...
Traditions of Love on Valentine’s Day
Red roses, proposals, superstitions - and a thousand paper cranes: Mira Shin explores how Valentine's Day is celebrated around the world. In anticipation of the world’s best-known lovers’ occasion, Valentine’s Day, the ubiquitous symbols of...