April 5th, 2011 by Marisa Allegra Williams
“The Ruyi, the magic sceptre Marco Polo stole from Kublai Khan at the end of the 13th century, has been purloined from Venice and brought to Rome. An ancient sect known as the Invincibles has been pursuing it, but the old Venetian professor Carlo Dolfin is only a step away from solving a mystery that [...]
March 26th, 2011 by Marisa Allegra Williams
One of the most beautiful places on the planet, Greece and its gorgeous islands offer travellers a bevy of idyllic full-length holiday or long-weekend bolt-hole options, both. And for those looking to jet over to Greece this spring or summer, the perfect luxury stay and exclusive rates might be waiting for you to find right [...]
March 22nd, 2011 by Marisa Allegra Williams
One of Europe’s most fascinating capitals of culture, Hungary’s star city is more than just a popular stop on the stag and hen party circuit.
Indeed, travellers to Budapest have a particularly lively programme of sights and events to choose from year-round. For instance, on now through 3 April is the Budapest Spring Festival. In venues [...]
March 12th, 2011 by Marisa Allegra Williams
Beginning in March, fields across Holland burst into a riot of colour as winter turns to spring. Tulips in particular strut their stuff, and are on display by the tens of thousands at the world’s largest flower garden – Keukenhof – where from late March to early June visitors are dazzled with a striking array [...]
March 4th, 2011 by Marisa Allegra Williams
One of Italy’s most popular regions with visitors, Tuscany’s magic is legendary. And of its best-loved towns, Siena ranks high on the list typical Toscana charm. With its UNESCO-listed city centre, rustic Tuscan culinary delights, world-class wines, and proximity to the cypress-studded countryside, it is a timeless favourite of well-heeled travellers. And whether you stay [...]
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