Kukurizaru or Hanging Monkeys

The Kukurizaru (くくり猿) are the hanging monkeys of Kyoto, is a round ball-shaped talisman made of cloth, which symbolizes the monkeys in good faith, with the body of cloth of different colors...

Explore the French Riviera Coast by Sea

There are many ways to experience the glamour of the French Riviera on a modest budget. But how can you experience the jet-set lifestyle of the beautiful Cote d'Azur? Well, by travelling smart...

There's More to Cheddar than Cheese

A detour off the M5 in Somerset takes you to Cheddar and the Cheddar Gorge. This area is in the middle of the Mendip Hills area of Outstanding Beauty and well worth the visit. Cheddar Gorge has a...

Walking in the Malvern Hills: British Camp

You can find British Camp, also known as Herefordshire Beacon, in the Malvern Hills.It's probably the best known of all the Malvern Hills and it's a popular walking spot for locals and...

Walking Trail in Snowdonia National Park

This is a lovely British countryside walk for all abilities along the Lon Gwyrfai Trail in Snowdonia, Wales. You travel through a range of eco systems from forests to open fields and running streams...

Gozo - a tiny island with some amazing views

Stepping onto the island of Gozo feels like you’ve gone a bit back in time. Old men meeting up early in the morning and spending a whole day at the village square, below the ringing bells of the...