Best Nature in Washington, D.C.

The best of the Best of Nature in DC is not the Japanese flowering Cherry trees at the Tidal Basin. For one thing, the Cherry blossoms are best seen against a blue sky. We lived in DC for 20 years...

Beautiful Gardens and Green Spaces of the World

During our travels we have often enjoyed escaping the buzz of the city for a stroll in a park or garden. Somehow, being in nature always revives the spirits and energises us. Here, we have chosen...

The Tropical Gardens, a Jewel of Art Nouveau Architecture in Havana

The Tropical Gardens are in Havana they are a paradigm of modernist landscape architecture in Cuba and a jewel of art nouveau architecture located in the green lung of the city. With a surface...

Top 5 Alternative Things to Do in Vienna

You've seen the Stephansdom. You've visited Belvedere. You've had far too many Käsekrainers at the Würstelstand (I know I have). Now you're craving something else! Check out my favourite...

A Stroll Around Thorp Perrow Arboretum

Bedale, North Yorkshire, DL8 2PS Explore stunning woodland, run free in an adventure play area or meet exotic birds and animals – no two visits are the same! Yesterday hubby and I took a...

Exeter's Glorious Gardens

Exeter has it all – the foodie scene, spectacular attractions, unique accommodation and endless opportunities to get outdoors… people may not know that our city also has a selection of gorgeous...