In England, my friends come to me wanting my recommendations on which of the latest gadgets they should buy. If they’re stuck for a present or don’t know where to find some specific home accessory, I can usually point them... (Continue reading)
The delights of Portugal’s Alentejo Region, this large and relatively unknown (and therefore un-touristy!) Part of Portugal has so much to offer! The pace of life is slower than in the more populated areas and there is so much to... (Continue reading)
A grand duke of Tuscany was once asked to fund the construction of a lunatic asylum in Siena. “shut the city gates,” was his response, “and you’ll have a fine madhouse ready made.” Wander round Siena for 50 weeks of... (Continue reading)
I’ve counted. We are outnumbered by palm trees. By a factor Of three to one. From where i’m sat outside gwen’s reggae Bar, sugary sand between my toes and carib beer in hand, To the hook of sand 300 metres... (Continue reading)
Puerto Banus in Marbella, Spain has, for almost 40 years, prided itself as one of the (ital) destinations for the jet-set and super rich. And on first view it does indeed seem that a bulging bank balance is a pre-requisite... (Continue reading)