The history of Spain over these many century is replete with naval battles, invasions, and terrible struggles for control of territory. So it's no surprise that its coasts are...
19/12/2016
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Iberia Destinations
photo | iloveaceite aceite de oliva
Olive oil, it seems, has gone from a longtime staple in Mediterranean cooking to also a trendy foodie favourite around the world thanks to its...
16/12/2016
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This North African country is packed full of exciting, exotic cities, but there’s something unique about Essaouira (pop. 70,000) perched out on the Atlantic coast. Largely designed...
15/12/2016
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The Spanish capital's distinguished 24-year-old Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum is known for its eclectic 1,600-work art collection and innovative temporary exhibitions. And given that fields such as fashion and design do...
13/12/2016
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China's favourite libation is without a doubt green tea - which, after all, did originate here thousands of years ago. The Chinese have been doing green tea to a...
12/12/2016
photo | Casa Paloma
Among all the many creative delights offered by Catalonia's capital, one of the ones that I (along with oh, so many others) love the most is its...
09/12/2016
There are many reasons to visit France's second largest city. Its remarkable history; impressive monuments and sites; and of course its recognised status as France's culinary capital. But another...
08/12/2016
If you're in a northern clime and thinking about the months of chilly temperatures coming up, close your eyes and imagine yourself in a swimsuit amid tropical Caribbean breezes;...
06/12/2016
One of the great figures of 20th-century painting - Irish by nationally, French in his heart, and a transgressive genius of the canvas, Francis Bacon (1909-1992) actually has something of...
05/12/2016
The Pacific beaches of Costa Rica have over the years become increasingly and deservedly well known as an international travel destination, but still less well known is that this...
02/12/2016
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