Art and Culture Articles

Cinematic Cefalu is one of Sicily's highlights
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Why Visit Sicily? 10 Reasons to Love Italy’s Largest Island

There are countless reasons to visit Sicily, from the bath-like beaches to the history-layered cities. Here's why I loved this personality-packed Mediterranean island.
The facade of Casa Batlló, Barcelona
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Casa Batlló: Barcelona’s Architectural Treasure Where Gaudí’s Genius Is Interactive

Thanks to a forward-thinking interactive experience bringing Casa Batlló to life, you can immerse yourself in Gaudí's work like never before.
Cesky Krumlov is South Bohemia's fairytale town
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Castle and Cute-Town Hopping in South Bohemia, Czechia’s Fairytale Lake District

Explore the fairytale castles and lakes of South Bohemia, Czech Republic, including České Budějovice, Český Krumlov, Hluboká and Třeboň.
Ravenna is an incredible day trip from Bologna
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Day trips from Bologna: 16 best things to do in Emilia Romagna

Emilia Romagna is Italy's most mouth-watering region. Medieval villages, out-of-this-world food, supercars and storied cities all await on a day trip from Bologna.
Bastei Bridge, Saxony, Germany
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Places to Visit in Saxony, Germany: Things To Do and Day Trips from Dresden

Discover the best places to visit in Saxony, and day trips from Dresden, such as wine estates, lake palaces, mining towns and forested parks.
Best places to visit in Europe
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Escape to the Asitz Mountain, Where Art, Nature and Culture Collide in the Austrian Alps

Explore the Asitz Mountain of Austria, where hiking, biking, music and culture collide for a perfect summer destination in the Austrian Alps.
Sri Lanka Sigiriya
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A quick guide to Sri Lanka’s UNESCO attractions

Sri Lanka is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Listed attractions, from ancient and lofty citadels to temples deep inside caves.
An outside restaurant in the white streets of Locorotondo Puglia
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Italy off the beaten path: 25 hidden gems in Italy

Discover some of the best hidden gems in Italy. I love getting off the beaten path in Italy with so many colourful and dreamy destinations to explore.
libraries worth traveling for
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Literacy lovers hideouts: Breathtaking libraries worth travelling for

If books, grand architecture and incredible public spaces bring you joy then these libraries worth travelling for should take centre stage on your travel plans.
Casa Jacinta Coyoacan
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Casa Jacinta, Coyoacán’s boutique hotel with an artistic soul

In Mexico City's most creative neighbourhood, the spirit of the artistic streets spills into the soul of Casa Jacinta, a boutique hotel.
The white-washed cliff buildings stick out over the blue ocean of Polignano a Mare
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7-Day Puglia Itinerary (Road Trip or Public Transport)

On this fast-paced Puglia itinerary, you'll tour epic shorelines, coastal cities, hinterland hill towns and delicious cuisine by road or bus.
Bologna
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Renaissance, Romance and Ragù: three days in beautiful Bologna

Whether you spend a long weekend in Bologna or use it as a base to explore the Emilia Romagna region, you'll be hard pushed not to fall for its beauty.
Aruba San Nicolas Street Art
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San Nicolas, Aruba’s sunrise carnival city revitalised with street art

In the south of Aruba, San Nicolas provides a colorful expereince of street art, carnival museums and creative spaces.
Kutna Hora bone church
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Visit a chapel of bones and UNESCO Cathedral on an architectural tour of Kutna Hora

Explore the Gothic and Baroque grandeur of Kutna Hora in Czech's Central Bohemia - from imposing cathedrals to creepy bone churches!
The year-round Christmas village of Seiffen, Saxony, Germany
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Traditions, toys and all the trimmings: Christmas in Seiffen and the Ore Mountains

If you want a winter wonderland style Christmas vacation, then look no further than the town of Seiffen. The Ore Mountains are the perfect Christmas trip.
Watch a classical concert at Salzburg Summer Festival
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Sounds of Salzburg: a year-round music festival spectacle

Salzburg is truly the city of classic music, but while the Salzburg Festival may be the most famous, there are year-round concerts to enjoy!
Kochi Castle TeamLab Digital Art
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Kōchi Castle meets teamLab Digital Art: modern vs tradition in Japan

From the genuis crew behind the now famous digital art installations in Tokyo, teamLab bring their unique digital art to the historic Kōchi Castle.
There's never a bad time to visit Salzburg
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The many slices of Salzburg: UNESCO city centre to mountain lakes

Salzburg isn’t just a famous city centre, it’s a region that was once its own country, here's what to do on a long weekend in Salzburg, Austria.
Durham Castle as seen from the riverside
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Reasons to visit Durham City and County, the quintessential English getaway

The city of Durham is the ideal British escape. A grand UNESCO Cathedral, impressive castles, afternoon tea and interactive museums in the perfect package.
The Peace Palace at night
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An eye-opening visit to The Hague during the Peace and Justice weekend

Every year The Hague, known as the city of peace and justice, opens its most important institutions to the public, providing the perfect chance to learn.
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Apples, aristocrats and alpine lakes: visiting Val di Non in Trentino

Inside the verdant green orchard style valley of Val Di Non, in Trentino, Northern Italy, awaits castles, mirror like lakes and culinary treats.