Épernay – Five tips for a sparkling weekend in the heart of Champagne

1. Stay at Apartment Le Cubry in Épernay Small but perfectly formed, Apartment Le Cubry is run by Agathe Clouet, the daughter of a Champagne-growing family. It’s well located, comes with a private parking space…

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The Joy of Pressing Pause: Why 50plus is the perfect time for a sabbatical

In the end, if you can afford it and your employer’s on board, taking a sabbatical is always a brilliant idea. Whatever your age. And of course, how you choose to spend it is completely…

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Your stylish guide to exploring Martinique and Guadeloupe in summer – for fashionistas who like to travel independently

If you dream of white, palm-fringed beaches, mornings filled with fresh croissants from charming boulangeries, and evenings sampling exquisite wines and island-distilled rum, Martinique and Guadeloupe might be calling your name! While these French Caribbean…

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Where to stay, what to eat & drink, and what to do in Panama city

Travel tips for Panama City for fashionistas and everyone who likes travelling in style… Panama City really took me by surprise. It’s big and full of skyscrapers and designer label malls, but also very charming…

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Backpacking in style – the Osprey Sojourn

The traveling in style dilemma… When I decided to travel the world in my first sabbatical I faced a dilemma: I wanted to backpack, be free to decide on the spot whether to stay another…

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