There was a fascinating documentary on TV last night about how the little-known Hittite civilisation came to dominate what is now Turkey, parts of Iraq, Iran, Syria and Lebanon in the 14th century BC.  They were powerful enough to form alliances and treaties with Egypt and yet had disappeared virtually without trace by the 7th century BC… Read the full post

All the hotels on our walking holiday in Portugal that wanders 'Along the Costa Vicentina' receive consistently high praise from returning visitors for their warm, friendly welcome, high standards of comfort and service, and great food. None more so, than the Herdade do Touril... Read the full post

If you like good food, especially sampling new delicacies or different ways of preparing familiar produce, there’s often nothing more exciting on a walking holiday in France than coming across a colourful village market or – even better – an authentic village festival, celebrating a particular local delicacy. Like most countries, France has its fair share. Read the full post

You can hardly have failed to notice a plethora of film re-runs and re-releases, documentaries and new TV adaptations about the ‘Titanic’. Not surprising really, as this year commemorates the 100th anniversary of the liner's doomed maiden voyage. For those who survived, 15 April was indeed 'a night to remember'....

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The start of the late spring/summer walking season is almost upon us and we’re now putting the finishing touches to our new holidays ready for you to enjoy. I’ve just returned from Corfu’s West Coast having walked all the routes and written the detailed walking notes so that you can discover the delights of this beautiful island on a rewarding walking holiday without having to worry about finding your way. Read the full post