Destinations

Apollonia, the main town and island capital of Sifnos, may seem unremarkable from the main road, but it reveals its hidden charms when you explore the backstreets on foot…

Life in Washington, DC, moves fast, which makes many Washingtonians long for a weekend trip out of the city to escape the daily grind. Luckily, there are plenty of peaceful getaways…

Chicago rewards those who take their time. Unlike cities built for frantic sightseeing, this is a place where the best experiences unfold slowly…

The hike along the trail to Ad-Dayr (the Monastery) is the most popular in Petra among visitors – and for good reason. If you only have one day to spend in Petra…

The small fishing port of Cherronisos is one of the most tranquil spots on the island of Sifnos, where you can really get away from it all by diving into the crystal-clear waters of the sheltered inlet…

Singapore is one of my favourite cities in Asia, as it’s such an intriguing blend of different cultures, with the British, Malay, and Chinese in particular having left a significant imprint…

A great budget option in Rome is staying in a convent run by nuns or monks, which not only saves you money but also offers a unique insight into Catholic life in the Eternal City…

Nothing prepares you for the moment when you walk through the narrow gorge of the Siq, flanked by impressive red sandstone cliffs, and catch your first glimpse of Petra’s iconic Treasury…

The best sunset view on Sifnos is from the Church of Agios Symeon, as its mountaintop location overlooking the northwestern coast of the island provides the perfect vantage point…

St Michael’s Mount is one of Cornwall’s most iconic sights, and this tidal island with its hilltop castle certainly lives up to its reputation as a stunning place to visit…