For a more laid-back rail journey of Europe, we took our teenage sons on more sedate lines, stopping in Utrecht rather than Amsterdam and Baden-Baden rather than Berlin I realised we’d made the right decision while we were sipping beers in silence in a Ghent bar. Ghent was bustling but not congested, joyous but serene. … Read more
A lively town promenade, plates of mussels with chilled rosé, and bike rides to sandy beaches on Cap Ferret create delightful holidays on the Atlantic coast The Bay of Arcachon, situated on the southwest coast of France, is a place of happiness. It must be, as my family and I have been visiting it nearly … Read more
Pesaro’s allure is enhanced by its pizzas, aperitivos, and expansive sandy beach, adding to its unique charm as an Adriatic resort town I first learned of Pesaro when my former flatmate suggested I visit in the summer of 2018. At the time, I was working on a book, and Giulia believed her grandfather’s old flat, … Read more
Planned Network Rail works will push more people onto the roads for the bank holiday getaway, followed by rail strikes the week after The bank holiday getaway traffic congestion will mark the beginning of a challenging 10 days on the UK’s roads and railways, with rainy weather in early May compounded by engineering works and … Read more
Seven Moorish villages in southern Spain provide an ideal retreat, offering mountain air, refreshing springs, and ample reasons to celebrate On our first morning in Atalbéitar, I step into the kitchen to brew some coffee and momentarily question if the effects of last night’s celebration are lingering. Then, I realize it’s not me; it’s the … Read more
The US Justice Department is investigating whether a door blowout violated the 2021 agreement with Boeing following two fatal plane crashes The FAA has granted Boeing 90 days to devise a plan to rectify quality issues and comply with safety regulations for constructing new aircraft. This action comes as the Justice Department reportedly investigates whether … Read more
The adventure unfolds from the very beginning. A clearly defined trail winds through heather just brushing the ankles, flanked by the mighty Red and Black Cuillin, their rugged features and solid gabbro bases on full display. Even shrouded in mist on this cloudy morning, they stand out as, in my view, the most captivating mountain … Read more
Rather than depending on GPS, the best method to traverse Cornwall’s Bodmin Moor, a rough terrain of granite, involves obtaining a classic Ordnance Survey map. Author Louis de Bernières embraced this approach while exploring the setting for his recent creation, “Light Over Liskeard,” a dystopian fantasy described as “heartwarming.” The narrative follows Q, a quantum … Read more
Engage in kayaking and fishing along the coast of Dorset. Fore Adventure hosts outdoor activities near Studland Bay on the Jurassic Coast. They offer diverse experiences: a half-day kayak foraging adventure around Old Harry Rocks at £65, ideal for vegans and vegetarians, focusing on collecting wild plants and seaweed. Their Fishing and Foraging experience, priced … Read more
Lured by lavish estates, splendid cuisine, verdant gardens, and serene shores, British expats were drawn to Bordighera in the 1880s. This allure remains just as strong today. While my wife and daughter sought shade under a parasol on Bordighera’s beach, my teenage son and I embarked on a quest to find Western Europe’s largest Ficus … Read more
