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To Rome with love: Off the beaten path
Exploring the hidden treasures of the outer neighbourhoods in Rome - ancient ruins, a unique architectural experience and art museums without any queues. Also featured: a superb & central hotel and the best Carbonara in the city...
Karyn Farrell
Jan 8, 201920 min read
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A romantic city break: The best of Paris
Everything you want in a city break: world-class museums & galleries, beautiful buildings, river walks and incredible food & wine
Karyn Farrell
Dec 13, 20189 min read
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Things to do in Lucca: a laid-back Tuscan experience
Lucca has everything you expect from Tuscany: grand piazzas, tiny squares, beautiful churches, terracotta-coloured buildings& narrow streets
Karyn Farrell
Oct 5, 201810 min read
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48 hours in Bologna
Bologna is a vibrant university town of magnificent squares, incredible food, world-class public sculpture & majestic buildings
Karyn Farrell
Oct 2, 201815 min read
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Emilia-Romagna & Lombardy Part II: Mantua Travel Guide
The art, food, culture and landscape of Mantua - one of Italy's most beautiful cities
Karyn Farrell
Aug 17, 201815 min read
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Emilia-Romagna & Lombardy Part I: Ferrara & Ravenna Travel Guide
What can I say? Amazing food, stunning landscapes, hospitable people and world-class art & architecture
Karyn Farrell
Aug 17, 201814 min read
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Cornwall Travel Guide: a slice of the Med on the British Isles
With long sandy beaches & turquoise waters, Cornwall could give the Mediterranean a run for its money
Karyn Farrell
Jun 27, 201812 min read
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Praiano and Ravello: Jewels of the Amalfi coast
The spectacular landscapes in this part of Italy will literally make your jaw drop. The coastline is simply magnificent. As as a child, I...
Karyn Farrell
Jun 20, 20186 min read
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Vence: A romantic town in Provence. Things to see & do
The beautiful town of Vence is often neglected in favour of its more touristy sister St Paul de Vence. But that would be a mistake. Vence stole my heart instantly, in particular the old town with its narrow winding streets, bustling squares, terracotta-coloured buildings and spectacular views across the countryside
Karyn Farrell
Apr 23, 20184 min read
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The Best of London: A Snapshot
London is the city that leaves you wanting more. There is always something new to discover and no two trips are ever the same.
Karyn Farrell
Jan 22, 20189 min read
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Extraordinary museums: a selection to stir your soul
Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, Denmark Located approximately 40 kilometers from Copenhagen and with views of Sweden across the water, Louisiana Museum is perfectly integrated into the natural environment, making the best possible use of its coastal location and its site. The grounds are dotted with diverse sculpture from artists such as Miró, Calder and Dan Graham, while wall to ceiling windows frame the spectacular natural environment and sculpture beyond. The museum has an
Karyn Farrell
Jan 20, 20178 min read
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A city break in Bordeaux: Jazz, wine and all things fine
A designated World Heritage site, Bordeaux is a beautifully elegant city with majestic buildings, and fantastic wine bars and restaurants.
Karyn Farrell
Oct 19, 20165 min read
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Montpellier: Things to do in France's sunniest city
The medieval city of Montpellier is the perfect spot for a weekend break: elegant & laid-back with loads of great places to eat & drink
Karyn Farrell
Aug 17, 20164 min read
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Rome: The Great Beauty
Vast, noisy and charismatic; a feast for the senses & the soul - Rome is the essence of all the good things in life. There's nowhere like it
Karyn Farrell
Feb 24, 20168 min read
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