Lago Blu – A classic mountain trail in Champoluc

Champoluc, a snowy paradise during the winter and a hidden gem of flower-filled meadows and woodland glades in the summer. This area epitomises the Alps. When people think of the mountains, they imagine big, snow-capped peaks, glaciers, forests, lakes and rushing rivers. In the summer, Champoluc has these in abundance. It is during the summer

Our favourite activities in Malcesine

Malcesine is a great little medieval town on the eastern shore of Lake Garda. Quaint cobbled streets connect most of the resort. It is the perfect place to explore while trying Italian gelato.  Walk along the promenade, explore the old port, or find your way through the small twisting back streets. The Italian feel is

Bergen: ‘Gateway to the Fjords’

Cruise boats churn water in the harbour, freshly caught fish fill the famous markets, feet rustle across cobbled streets, the early morning sun warms your face. These are all signals that this sleeping giant has awoken from its long, dark winter slumber. Bergen is ready for summer, awaiting to greet with you its refined charm

Bardolino: the home of the wine festival

Italy – somewhere that offers the best of all of life’s luxuries: culture, history, great pizza and ice cream, and most importantly wine! Italy is home to some of the oldest wine producing regions in the world. This country is the single most prolific wine producer, creating as much as 26% of the world’s wine, and

Visitors exploring the vineyards near Bardolino

Grindelwald Highlights

Returning to Grindelwald this summer I felt like I was coming home. Switzerland, and particularly Grindelwald, is easily the most welcoming and accommodating place I’ve ever been to, which is why I couldn’t say no to another summer here. Even after spending six months here last summer, I still feel like I’ve only just scratched

Innsbruck: a modern city full of history

The majestic city of Innsbruck, nestled amongst the Tyrolean Alps, is one of the most fascinating cities in Austria. Innsbruck is a historic yet dynamic city, home to a thriving cultural scene with incredible museums and art galleries, as well as festivals and sporting events. At over 800 years old, Innsbruck’s old town is full

A personal view of Mayrhofen in the summer

So my summer adventure has started. After enjoying an amazing winter in Mayrhofen, with snow-covered mountains and skiing daily, I was keen to see what summer could offer. I have not been disappointed! Arriving back in Mayrhofen I automatically felt at home. This little town really is beautiful year-round. Since the snow has melted, I

Top 3 mountains and top 3 villages in Lake Lucerne

Lake Lucerne is situated in central Switzerland, around an hour away from the capital city of Bern. Lucerne is a busy and bustling city, with lots to do and see, and an extremely popular holiday destination. It attracts tourists from all across the world and you will hear a great many languages spoken all across