Since my recent trip to Malaga, I’ve discovered that a lot of tourists pass through on their way to the airport from other locations dotted around the… Read more “Malaga – an Andalusian gem”
Category: Europe
Donegal – Episode One
Until recently, I’ve harboured a dark and shameful secret. Whenever the topic came up, I would avert my eyes or try to change the subject. You might… Read more “Donegal – Episode One”
Ischia – my little paradise
Please don’t tell everyone about Ischia. While it is fast losing its hidden gem status – if there’s even such a thing anymore – there’s still something… Read more “Ischia – my little paradise”
Valle Gran Rey, La Gomera – keep it secret
La Gomera – what is it? La Gomera is the second smallest Canary Island, with UNESCO status and its own unique biosphere. It’s accessible by ferry from… Read more “Valle Gran Rey, La Gomera – keep it secret”
When in Rome…
Best of Rome – from piazzas to pasta.
Essential Berlin with a teenager
General wisdom will tell you that you need at least four days in Berlin – or even a week – if you want to ‘see everything’, and… Read more “Essential Berlin with a teenager”
My favourite things about Porto, Portugal
Do not under-estimate the Portuguese city of Porto. With a population of ca. 216,000, it is indeed small but this little gem surpassed my expectations. On planning… Read more “My favourite things about Porto, Portugal”
Best of Athens in 24 hours
The city of Athens deserves at least two days – maybe four – on your itinerary but many of us find ourselves with about 24 hours between… Read more “Best of Athens in 24 hours”
My Vidivino wine tour of Provence
A real highlight of my recent visit to the French Riviera was my wine tour with VidiVino, Provence. At 100 Euro for the day, this turned out to… Read more “My Vidivino wine tour of Provence”
Unmissable day trips from Nice and Cannes
Many visitors to south of France find themselves based in Nice or Cannes, both of which are wonderful! (For more on Cannes, see: https://travally.net/2016/07/26/cannes-and-beyond-good-food-good-wine-lets-dine/Cannes) Cannes and Nice… Read more “Unmissable day trips from Nice and Cannes”
Ally's little trips 