Living on the other side of the world to your family means getting inventive about holidays and painting might well be the answer.

A seat of learning since Cambridge University was founded in 1209, the old part of Cambridge fits snugly into the C-shape loop of the Cam River, crammed with university colleges set in gracious gardens behind impressive gateways. Built with the help of notable people, such as King Henry VIII, the medieval buildings have been exceptionally…

Did you hear the one about the travel writer who trekked the Camino with a personal trainer, a nurse and a doctor? Short story: she was very well looked after! The long story is still to come over the next few days….. Together we’re tackling the first 112km of the St James Way from St…

Just the thought of being in Vienna makes you feel more cultured, more elegant. If you haven’t been, get ready for a city that blends history with the modern day beautifully. Oh, and maybe lose a few kilos before you go – sweet food is its speciality! Lists of things to do in Vienna are…