All posts by Chris Newens

Centred around the beautifully evocative ruin of a Roman temple to the goddess Diana and capital of Portugal’s south central... Read more >

In the travel industry, the phrase “hidden gem” is tarnished by overuse. However, no expression could be more apt when... Read more >

Capital of the Algarve, but too frequently just passed through by tourists set on resorts, Faro has much to offer... Read more >

With both Flemish and French architecture, a vibrant student population, and a beautiful old town, the former industrial hub of... Read more >

An entire industry has grown around Australia’s Yarra River, with a wide number of cruises taking place along its vast... Read more >

The murky and mysterious swamps of Louisiana are within easy striking distance of New Orleans, with a plethora of tours... Read more >

The zenith of cultural tourism, any journey from London to Rome is one of outstanding beauty and historical significance, passing... Read more >

Situated between Cannes and Nice on France’s salubrious Cote d’Azur, Antibes is one of the great beach resorts of the... Read more >

Volcanic, jaw-droppingly beautiful, thrillingly remote, there really is nowhere quite like Iceland, Europe’s most accessible frontier.... Read more >

The food, the architecture, la dolce vita: Italy, like a good Barolo, only gets better with age. It is a... Read more >