The Tube: The most efficient form of transport in London
Getting around in London is really easy, thanks to the great Tube system. This is the fastest and most convenient way of getting around the city. The legendary tube network is the oldest and the largest underground train network in the whole world, and today, it...
Save some money with the Hostal Agua Alegre
We all know just how expensive holidays can be, especially if you are looking to visit one of the most popular cities in the world. So wouldn't it be nice to be able to cut back a little, without it having any real impact on your trip? Well, by staying in the Hostal...
Cut Yourself A Slice of Prague: Czech Food and Where to Eat it
Czech food is traditionally hearty and wholesome – well-suited to those who belong to intense manual fields of work. Some of the most common foodstuffs include bread and potato dumplings, roasted duck and baked pork. In terms of vegetables, cabbage, onion and tomato...
Searching for the right accommodation
One of the most obvious things to consider when choosing out your city break accommodation is your budget; generally, the more you are willing to spend, the more you will receive in the way of luxury and conveniences, but for the majority, this may mean cutting back...
A taste of Spain: Tapas in Barcelona
If you are looking for somewhere to eat in Barcelona, but want something traditional, then look no further than El Xampanyet. Situated in the El Born district, this tapas bar dates back to 1929 and is a fabulous example of a blast from the past. This is not the place...
The Plaza: A pristine luxury hotel in New York
For over a century, the Plaza hotel in the heart of Manhattan has been the premiere luxury hotel in New York and even throughout the world. Within a brief walk to Central Park, Fifth Avenue, and tons of restaurants, bars, cafes and galleries, the Plaza's location is...
Murano glass
No vacation in Venice would be complete without the purchase of a souvenir, and no souvenir spells \"Venice\" in the same way as does a sculpture made from Murano glass. For centuries, Venice was famous for its glass manufactories. After a fire all glass manufactories...
Ramble down Las Ramblas in Barcelona
Las Ramblas is a 1.2 km primarily pedestrianised walkway that will take you through the heart of Barcelona from Monument a Colom in the south of the city to Placa de Catalunya in the north, though you may find yourself distracted en route by the many side streets and...
Gondolas
Venice wouldn’t be Venice without its Gondolas. Anyone thinking of Venice is most likely to think of one of the shiny black Gondolas with its standing Gondoliere in black trousers, striped shirt and straw hat. While Gondolas use to be the most important means of...
See the historic Ardgillan Castle
Found on the coastline between Skerries and Balbriggan, the Ardgillan Castle is one of the many tourist attractions and historic sites in Dublin. It’s sat within one of the most beautiful parks in the city, too, with incredible views and beautiful, manicured flora....