Jardin du Luxembourg
Jardin du Luxembourg is the most used park in Paris and it’s a lovely place to wander through on a sunny day to sample Parisian life. The flower beds are stunning at the right time of year and there are … Continue readingJardin du Luxembourg
Canal Saint Martin
Canal Saint Martin joins the Seine with the more northern areas of Paris. It was primarily an industrial route when it was constructed, but now visiting the canal is a lovely leisure activity. If you have a spare few hours, … Continue readingCanal Saint Martin
Lantau Island, Hong Kong
Lantau is home to two big attractions. Firstly, the world’s tallest seated outdoor bronze Buddha and secondly the Disneyland park. It’s also a place of peace and tranquillity compared to Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. It’s easy to spend a full day here, even if you’re not visiting … Continue readingLantau Island, Hong Kong
Borough Market
Borough Market on the South Bank in London, is the perfect example of a flourishing market in Britain. It sits alongside the railway arches in the shadow of Southwark Cathedral, just off Borough High Street and it’s a celebration of great quality food. You name … Continue readingBorough Market
Hollywood Sign
Erected in 1923, the Hollywood Sign is one of those tourist attractions everyone wants to see, but it isn’t actually open to the public and you can’t actually get to it. Instead, you’ll have to settle for hiking on foot … Continue readingHollywood Sign
Welcome To Las Vegas Sign
Erected in 1959, the old neon sign on Las Vegas Blvd has been a landmark that has welcomed visitors to the city for decades. It’s now a tourist attraction in its own right and there’s even a small parking area in the middle … Continue readingWelcome To Las Vegas Sign
Palazzo Vecchio, Florence
Palazzo Vecchio, which means Old Palace, is the town hall of Florence and it stands in Piazza della Signoria. It’s a cross between a castle and palace with turrets and battlements on the outside and impressive painted palatial rooms on the inside. It was originally constructed as … Continue readingPalazzo Vecchio, Florence
Principality Stadium, Cardiff
The Principality Stadium (formerly the Millennium Stadium) is the modern home of Welsh Rugby, but it’s also an arena that can be used for other sports like soccer or as a music venue. It has also played host to large … Continue readingPrincipality Stadium, Cardiff
Kilmainham Gaol
This former prison is a legacy of British rule in Ireland with a gruesome past, but it’s also a prison interior you are likely to recognise because it’s been used in many movies and TV Shows. The most notable movies to be filmed … Continue readingKilmainham Gaol
The Palace Of Holyroodhouse
Holyroodhouse, also known as Holyrood Palace, is the King’s official residence in Edinburgh. He comes to stay only once a year but also calls in on other special occasions. We thought this palace was fascinating, partly because it’s much more “down to earth” than … Continue readingThe Palace Of Holyroodhouse