Where to Eat and Drink on your Devon holiday: When it comes to favourite drinking holes, everyone has their own preferences. Serious drinkers would say that only the ale counts, others might set their criteria based on the ambience in the pub, the location and setting or, in my case, it's got to … [Read more...]
Arles, a bastion of Provencal tradition and culture
Once dubbed The Little Rome in Gaul, Arles was a popular city with Van Gogh and others: When you arrive in Arles, it quickly becomes clear that Van Gogh lived here for a while, although sadly the town folks didn’t show him much appreciation at the time. Things are quite different today, of course. … [Read more...]
The Camargue, where cowboys still roam the land…
France's Wild Wild West: The Camargue is an interesting region in the South of France, very much like its own separate little country. As you cross into the region, the scenery takes on a huge change. Instead of elegant French chateaux, medieval villages or Roman ruins, you'll see vast stretches … [Read more...]
Touring Devon and Cornwall
Exploring the back-roads of Devon and Cornwall: Devon and Cornwall possess miles of magnificent coastline, secluded coves, fishing villages, romantic ancient moorland, soft river estuaries and endless stretches of beaches. Walkers, surfers, sailing buffs and holiday makers who simply want a … [Read more...]
Accommodation in Devon and Cornwall
Places to Stay - Accommodation To Suit Your Needs and Budget: The good news is that no matter what your financial budget, you’ll almost certainly find accommodation that suits your style and budget. Devon and Cornwall both have no end of lodgings for the holidaymaker – Here are some of your … [Read more...]
Torquay, Queen of The English Riviera…
Torquay, a Seaside Town on the English Riviera Torquay is the most popular and visited of the three Torbay towns that describe themselves as the “English Riviera”. Besides some good beaches to enjoy, Torquay also offers the standard English seaside experience of tea rooms and sea-side … [Read more...]
French Cheeses – Where They’re Produced
Gourmet French Cheeses you could easily get addicted to: Today, I was tried three French cheeses that were new to me. I must say that they were absolutely delicious and confirms that the French are undoubtedly the greatest cheese makers in the world. The three that I tasted … [Read more...]
Fromage de Chèvre – Goat Cheeses from the Loire Valley
Fromage de Chèvre - a must try on your Loire Valley Holiday: The Loire Valley, with its fertile soil, has an abundance of orchards growing apples and pears. Strawberries and asparagus also grow well here - asparagus, it seems, particularly love the sandy soil of the banks of the … [Read more...]
Hot Cross Buns and “The Widow’s Son” – English Pub Names
Quaint and bizarre English Pub Names and the tales behind them: Lord Moon of the Mall, Queens Head & Artichoke, Pig & Whistle, Olde Trip to Jerusalem and Mad Bishop & Bear - When travelling around England, one of the things that will certainly grab your attention is the unusual names … [Read more...]
Château de Chenonceau – The King, the wife and the mistress!
Château de Chenonceau - The Ladies' Castle: A tree-lined avenue marks the start of the grand entrance to Château de Chenonceau. Imagine how grand it must have been when gold-gilded, horse-drawn carriages used to travel along this path, transporting its royal residents to and from the … [Read more...]
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