Cyprus is a dream destination: sunshine, beautiful beaches, great Mediterranean food and a diversity of historical sites amongst which the Paphos Archaeological Park. Such park shows you what remains of Nea Paphos, the greatest Cypriot city from the 2nd to the 4th century A.D. There you ... Read the Post
Paphos Archaeological Park: A dive into the Eastern Roman Empire
The Chartres Cathedral : a treat for all Gothic Architecture lovers
The Chartres Cathedral is undeniably amongst the most beautiful cathedrals in the World and certainly amongst the most interesting, architecturally and historically. The cathedral, as we see it today, was mostly built in the early 13th century and has changed very little since then. It has been ... Read the Post
The Chartres Cathedral is undeniably amongst the most beautiful cathedrals in the World and certainly amongst the most interesting, architecturally and historically. Come along...
Visiting the Idrija Museum in Slovenia: 500 years of Mercury history
Idrija is about an hour drive from Ljubljana and his home to the second largest mercury mine in the World. Come along for to discover the Idrija Museum which will tell you all about mercury mining... Mercury and mercury mining isn't the most common topic for a museum. Admittedly, ... Read the Post
UNESCO World Heritage List: The 2016 new additions (and some self congratulation)
The Month of July is this time of year where the UNESCO World Heritage List officially grows! Picture: UNESCO World Heritage site As you know, once a year, the UNESCO Committee meets to decide which new sites will be inscribed on the World Heritage List. This year the UNESCO has ... Read the Post
The 2016 newest additions to the UNESCO World Heritage List have been officially published and they are incredible!
Spoiler Alert: Mr A and I have now reached a milestone... we have visited 100 UNESCO sites ???
The National Palace of Sintra: an overlooked treasure
When arriving in Sintra, chances are that you will want to head straight to the colorful Pena Palace. Quite frankly, I get it! It is so photogenic, it is part of all the tours, (almost) always recommended by bloggers, it is a postcard dream come true... And chances are that because your time in ... Read the Post
Visit of the National Palace of Sintra in Portugal. A monument of outstanding historical, architectural and artistic value. Come along for a visit!
Portugal Road Trip Map: a Road Trip Itinerary around Lisbon
Portugal is an extraordinary country! From dreamy beaches to mountains, from great cities to quaint villages, from Roman ruins to the most modern architecture, Portugal has it all, including super welcoming people. If you are considering a visit, I've prepared for you a special itinerary which you ... Read the Post
Are you dreaming of visiting Portugal? Need some inspiration to organise your Road Trip? Download for free my Portugal Road Trip Map and follow the dots!
A day at the mysterious Quinta da Regaleira Palace in Sintra
The Quinta da Regaleira Palace is one of the most visited palace in Sintra. The palace is magnificent on its own, but the gardens are what will leave a memorable impression in your heart. Come along... The History of the Quinta da Regaleira or the Palace of Monteiro the ... Read the Post
The Quinta da Regaleira Palace is one of the most visited palace in Sintra. The palace is magnificent on its own, but the gardens are what will leave a memorable impression in your heart. Come along...
A walk around Sintra Romantic ruins: the Castle of the Moors
The Castle of the Moors is one of the first thing you will see when raising your eyes in Sintra. It stands proudly above the town, guarding it, like it has for centuries. By day time and maybe even more at night, its curtain wall which hugs the hill and mingles with it, creates a scene of rare ... Read the Post
Come along for a visit of the Castle of the Moors in Sintra, Portugal. The ruins of what was once, the most important defensive castle of the Lisbon region, are today the most romantic and fun place to visit.
Visit of the Pena Palace – Sintra Portugal
The Pena Palacio is an astonishing example of the 19th Century Romantic architectural mouvement. Envisioned by King Ferdinand II as a perfect Royal retreat residence, the palace stands proudly above the town of Sintra. Not so far from Lisbon, yet in a total different environment, the Palace offers ... Read the Post
The Pena Palace in Sintra, Portugal. Come along for a visit of this Royal Residence.
Visit of the Cité de Carcassonne: Stepping back in Medieval Times
The Cité de Carcassonne is a medieval fortress located in the South of France. It is kind of a Medieval Paradise! A Castle, a pretty church, a typical village where everything, every house, every building has been preserved and yet a lively place, which some lucky people call home. A day spent in ... Read the Post
The Cité de Carcassonne is a medieval fortress located in the South of France. It is kind of a Medieval Paradise!! Come along for a visit...
The Clos Lucé: Leonardo da Vinci Museum on the Loire Valley
The Château of Clos Lucé, formerly known as the Château de Cloux is, today, best known for having hosted Leonardo da Vinci, when he stayed in France from 1516 to his death, in 1519. Located in Amboise, in the Loire Valley, the Clos Lucé, is a little gem which you shouldn't miss if you are in this ... Read the Post
The Château of Clos Lucé is a gorgeous 15th century manor located in Amboise, in the Loire Valley. It is today a museum dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci who spent his last years there. Come along for a visit...
Visit of the Maulbronn Monastery in Germany
The little village of Maulbronn, located 45 km / 27 miles North West of Stuttgart is as charming as can be. Once you step inside the Medieval walls surrounding the monastery, it gets almost unreal, a bit like you have stepped on a movie set. So picturesque, so beautiful! The gigantic timber ... Read the Post
Come along for a visit of the Medieval Maulbronn Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Germany.
