Historically settled by miners and fishermen, Cornish food is all about simple, wholesome fare. Much like Welsh food, it is heavily influenced by the resources of the area. As a result, quite a lot of Cornish food comes from...
Literary tourism has been around for centuries. It lets you combine your love for books and travel while you visit literary destinations that have inspired famous authors across the centuries. Much like visiting destinations that inspired favourite films, these places are...
There are lots of beautiful literary cities around the world filled with book themed sculptures, fountains, bookstores, and even buildings, but that is a list for another day. In the wake of recent Book Lovers Day (9 August), let's instead look...
There are many famous buildings around the world. While many are recognised on or the other of the numerous lists of Seven Wonders, quite a few are not.
None of these iconic structures appears on these lists, but are still...
Lots of people go on wine tours, travelling the world to sample the many different wines on offer. Even craft beers have their own form of tourism, yet few travel to taste alcohol around the world. While it is...
Drinking tea is an ancient tradition that is said to date back to south-west China in 27 BC. Since then tea traditions around the world have developed their own unique flavour, much like ice cream, or even sandwiches. As tea...
Familiarising yourself with local cultures is one of the best ways to avoid causing offence or getting into trouble when you travel. While some codes of conduct are made clear in laws and rules, there are other unspoken rules...
Much like laws, dress codes are something tourists are expected to follow when visiting a foreign destination. Also similar to the unusual laws to keep in mind when travelling, there are numerous unusual dress code rules that you should follow...
Most people know that the UK is full of amazing historical churches, castles, and palaces. However, it is also full of medieval cities that still retain much of their picturesque charm. They offer a fascinating peek into medieval Britain and the...
Traveling around the world as a vegetarian can be quite difficult. Europe is often seen as especially challenging, as it offers little choice for the non-meat eater. However, food doesn't have to be a challenge or an obstacle while...