Geneva is stereotypically known to be filled with diplomats and bankers.  Not something the average kid wants to see when travelling through a European city.  Luckily the Natural History Museum of the City of Geneva is a great place for kids, and, because admission is completely free, a great way to save a bit of [...]

Here are my tips for four great things to do with kids in Jersey on the Channel Islands. Durrel Wildlife Durrell Wildlife (formerly Jersey Zoo) is a wildlife conservation trust.  I was lucky that a young orangutan put on a good show during my visit. I caught otter feeding time, saw an Andean bear quite [...]

The Waterfront Brasserie at the Radisson Blu hotel in St Helier on the Channel Island of Jersey is in a wonderful location at Elizabeth Marina with views over to Elizabeth Castle. I dined at the brasserie, on a complimentary basis, selecting from the three course set menu, which cost £19 for two courses and £22 [...]

I made my way to Dubrovnik earlier this month. It was my first visit to Croatia’s most popular tourist destination, I was excited, and a little weary – hyped up destinations have a way disappointing. As it turned out there was no such let down. Being early May, the weather was unsteady. The forecast promised [...]

35 rue du Faubourg Monmartre. A street that’s a little off centre, more than a little off the beaten track, and stumbled upon only by accident. And home to A le mere de Famille, Paris’ oldest and most famous confectioners. The shop is gorgeous. Filled to the bursting with sweet treats like the candied fruits [...]

There are three great Jersey attractions where you can explore this Channel Island’s history. Occupation Tapestry Gallery The Occupation Tapestry Gallery is home to the twelve tapestries made by islanders to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Liberation after WW2.  The tapestries depict life during the 1940-1945 of German occupation of the Channel Islands. “Outbreak [...]

When visiting Budapest, there are a number of things to see – the Buda castle, the Chain Bridge, a stroll down Andrássy Avenue, Heroes Square, and many others. However, one of the best experiences in Budapest is a day at a thermal bath – Szechenyi. Located in City Park, Szechenyi Bath is a beautiful structure [...]

If you are taking kids on a trip, you want to know that there will be plenty to keep them entertained.  I reckon that London is one of best places to visit in Europe with children.  Here are some ideas for things to do in London with kids. 1 London Museums London has so many [...]

One of the big Jersey attractions this Summer is the Marilyn Monroe exhibition which runs at the Jersey Museum in St Helier on the Channel Islands until 30 September 2010.  There’s a display of costumes worn in films and personal clothing and items worn by the Hollywood legend. Marilyn exhibition poster Costume from Niagra (1952) [...]