by Anne Betts | Jun 25, 2023 | Malta
Updated June 25, 2023 Before Malta is discovered as the next tourist hotspot, these 25 fabulous things to do in Malta may inspire you to add it to your travel list. I took it as a good sign that the inevitable response to my mention of Malta as my next...
by Anne Betts | Nov 12, 2022 | Destinations, Turkey
Istanbul is one of those places where one visit leaves a person longing for more, especially if you’ve created a long list of the best things to do in Istanbul. If you’re planning a trip, a few days aren’t enough. Plan for at least a week. Learn...
by Anne Betts | Jan 20, 2022 | Malta
If you enjoy getting lost in architecturally rich neighbourhoods, you’ll love Malta. Art is reflected in its balconies, door-knockers, and exquisitely adorned corner niches. These, and more, are reasons to spend many pleasurable hours wandering the streets of towns...
by Anne Betts | Jan 5, 2022 | Ireland
If you visit Kilmainham Gaol Dublin, you’ll be introduced to the story of Grace Gifford and Joseph Plunkett. As we gather in the chapel, here in old Kilmainham Gaol, I think about these past few weeks, or will they say we failed? From our school...
by Anne Betts | Dec 10, 2021 | Turkey
A hot-air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s fairy chimney landscape is a major attraction for most visitors to central Türkiye. Those who stay longer quickly discover that the region boasts a fascinating history. Not to be missed are the magnificent underground cities...
by Anne Betts | Aug 7, 2021 | Czech Republic
It’s a rare list of the most beautiful cities in Europe that doesn’t include Prague. One of its outstanding features is the number of vantage points from which to admire views of the city. For the best view of Prague, my favourite viewpoint is from the Great South...