Costa Brava: The Creative Side of Spain
National Geographic Traveler – Best of the World for 2012 The painted boats that bob in yellow, crimson and white could belong to any rugged Mediterranean coast. The polar bear that guards them, however, means only one thing: Salvador Dalí’s home in Costa Brava. Find the article by Abigail King here.
Living the High Life at the Goring Hotel
The Goring Hotel shot to fame when Kate Middleton stayed here the night before the Royal Wedding. Yet even for commoners without a prince in sight, this family-run London hotel offers a taste of charm, seclusion and scones with clotted cream right in the centre of the city. Read the full article here.
Via Ferrata in the Dolomites
Forget rock climbing, For a taste of real adrenaline in the mountains, via ferrata is the only way to go. easyJet Traveller July 2011 Abigail King Read the full article here…
Love Locks & Lonely Planet
Check out this month’s Lonely Planet magazine from the BBC, where I write about the love tradition that’s travelling across the world.
Sun, Sea and Staying Forever Young – The Islands of Okinawa, Japan
“You must try it,” says Kuki, translating what the waiter’s body language already makes clear. “He says it’s the secret to a long and healthy life.” On the one hand, Okinawa does hold the record for life-expectancy. On the other, the “secret” looks like a test-tube of seaweed that’s been rescued from an oil spill [...]
Two Minute Guide: Spain
A tasty and irreverent guide to eating out, partying, sightseeing and sleeping in Alicante, Madrid and Santa Cruz.
The Reality of a French Love Affair…
The world has a love affair with French food and markets, dreaming of croissants, baguettes, chocolat and more. But, of course, that’s not the whole story. Brains, Ankles and Other Body Parts, published this month in Desert Leaf, tells the truth behind the gastronomic dream. Read it here…
1000 Metres Above the Sea in Andalucia
The outdoor enthusiast in me fell in love with the limestone towers in El Torcal National Park, which I wrote about for this month’s easyJet Traveller. Only so many photos fit into a piece, however, so I wanted to share a few more here.
White Ice in the Pink City
Toulouse, nicknamed La Ville Rose or the Pink City, turns white near Christmas with dripping lights, a skating rink in Place Capitole and, if the weather’s just right, a soft snowfall. Find my full article on how Toulouse celebrates Christmas at National Geographic’s Intelligent Travel. Joyeux Noël.
