Galicia
Six of the best of Pontevedra
Pontevedra’s great charm lies in the maze of streets that make up its historic quarter. The network of narrow lanes is a labyrinth full of little interesting snippets to devour. […]
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Crete
Six of the Best of Chania
Somewhere between the White Mountains and the blue of the Cretan Sea resides an enchantress, so claims the official tourism website in rather evocative fashion. We wouldn’t disagree, which is why we’re sharing our pick of six of the best of Chania. […]
Europe
Portugal, it feels different
In the last year we’ve visited Corsica, Bavaria, various Canary Islands, mainland Spain, Chile and Crete. Yet this trip to Portugal is unlike any of them. […]
El Hierro
A Sunset Drink at the World’s Smallest Hotel
La Maceta was a dream, its rock pools bathed in rich golden hues, and a few people were enjoying their lure, gliding across the silky water on a warm February evening. […]
Asia
Mekhong Whiskey and the Mosquitoes
Maybe, if we hadn’t had that second aperitif of Mekhong Whiskey before we began, we might not have forgotten that two satay chicken kebabs were on the grill. […]
Costa Brava
Lunch with the Fishermen of Tamariu
As the dinghy speeds towards the shoreline, a gentle cove of white sand emerges, kissed by translucent turquoise waters and framed by weeping olive trees. I step out onto the sand and follow the stone path that… […]