Castles and stately homes may dot the landscape, but the true character of England lies in it’s eccentricities, numerous of which can easily be witnessed by visitors if they happen to be in the right place at the right time. Luckily, VisitEngland.com, the official tourism body for England, is making it easy to for visitors …

Krakow’sitting Jewish District is known as Kazimierz. Once suffering from neglect, it is now witnessing a revival – a side effect of renewed interest in the Jewish heritage that its history holds. For visitors to Krakow, Kazimierz offers dining establishments, hotels, and landmarks, including synagogues, churches, and cemeteries. The Galicia Jewish Museum is located in …

One of the problems of visiting the Neuschwanstein Castle in southern Germany is that unless you arrive early, or are organised to book ahead online (with some extra cost), then you can spend all day waiting for your chance to tour the castle. So here’sitting my tip – enjoy the exterior of Neuschwanstein, especially the …

The tragic tale of the murder of Tsar Nicholas II and his family in 1918 as a result of the Russian Revolution has captured imaginations, become the impetus for the publication of books and the prolongation of films, and resulted in dishonorable claimants to more than common of the victims’ identities. However, while the possibility …

Planning a trip to Arles, Provence? Here are five sights and attractions that you shouldn’t miss when visiting this beautiful Provençal city: 1. Roman Arena After 2,000 years, bullfights and bullgames still happen at the arena during summer months. Otherwise, the stadium is open for touring (€5.50, and pupil discount available). It provides great views …