The medieval town of Shrewsbury in Shropshire is famous for its black and white timbered buildings, walkable Old Town and scenic setting on the Severn River, but beware – it might be the most haunted place in England. Read on for my Shrewsbury ghostly adventure. Exploring haunted Shrewsbury Sprawled on my carved wood bed in the Prince Rupert Hotel on […]
Spa like Jane Austen in Bath
If you’re a Jane Austen fan you’ll want to visit the Georgian town of Bath in England. Read on to learn about the best sights to see and top attractions to visit so that you can spa like Jane Austen in Bath. The golden city of Bath Jane Austen, the author of Pride and Prejudice, hated Bath. It’s ironic, […]
Things to do in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic
If you’re looking for things to do in Karlovy Vary, also known as Carlsbad, search no further. An elegant spa town in the Bohemia region of the Czech Republic, Karlovy Vary has a rich history, steaming mineral springs, woodsy walking trails and plenty of upscale shops, cafes and spas. Spending one day in Karlovy Vary is a great addition to […]
Karlovy Vary walks, a deer leap adventure
With thick forest and scenic hills surrounding the spa town of Karlovy Vary in the Czech Republic, it’s no surprise that hiking and strolling are two of the town’s top activities. There are many Karlovy Vary walks , but one of the most popular is to the Diana Lookout Tower and to Jeleni Skok, the Deer […]
Karlovy Vary Spa Hotel Thermal
Icon or eyesore? The towering Spa Hotel Thermal in the glamorous Czech spa town of Karlovy Vary stands out, but what many people don’t know about is its fascinating past. Here’s a review of the Spa Hotel Thermal and two other landmark hotels, the Hotel Imperial and the Grandhotel Pupp. Karlovy Vary Spa Hotel Thermal Glancing out the windows […]
The easy way to spa at Marianske Lazne, Czech Republic
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to take a spa vacation in a Czech spa town? I did a week-long spa package at the historic Hotel Nove Lazne, and found that there’s no better way to learn about European spa culture, improve your health and eliminate stress. I’m passing on what I learned to […]
One day in Loket, Czech Republic – a celebrity hot spot
The oh-so-pretty town of Loket in the Czech Republic makes a great day trip from Karlovy Vary, or even from Prague. With a 12th-century castle, medieval town centre and dramatic natural setting, it’s a movie location dream. If you want to spend one day in Loket, read on to learn about its top attractions. Who knows? You might run […]
Luxury hotels in Bath, UK: Gainsborough Bath Spa hotel
When it comes to luxury hotels in Bath, UK, the Gainsborough Bath Spa hotel has something no other hotel can match: thermal water piped right into the pools in their Roman-inspired Spa Village. Add to that fine cuisine, sleek design and a location in the centre of Bath, and you’ve got a great way to vacation […]
Skiing in the Alps – Club Med Peisey Vallandry
Skiing in the Alps is a dream trip but how do you plan it? An all-inclusive ski vacation at the family-friendly Club Med Peisey Vallandry in the French Alps is easy, and a ski package is more affordable than you might think. Here’s my experience. (Or scroll down for a travel guide.) Skiing in the […]
Things to do in the Lake District, England – It’s confusing
Heading to England? Confused about where to go and what to do? I was. But help is at hand. For some fabulous activities and top things to do in the Lake District, here is a handy Lake District itinerary. Vacation in the Lake District UK “How many lakes are there in the Lake District?” one of […]
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