Destinations

A dilapidated sign hangs above a seemingly derelict shopfront. The ‘Washhouse’ languishes in a dingy backstreet and is deliberately hard to find. No shiny advertising plaques alert you to its presence, no neon lights or pumping music. In fact, the only indication that this may not be what it seems …

The city of Alcobaça makes a great base for exploring some of the glorious UNESCO Portuguese world heritage sites in the heart of Portugal. On our recent visit, we stayed at the Real Abadia Hotel Spa complex just 3km out of town. It made for the perfect base, set in …

In the undulating hills above Alcobaça is a hotel and spa ideal for those seeking escape from the hustle and bustle. The Real Abadia Hotel is just 75 minutes from Lisbon and a few minutes drive to the quaint town to Alcobaça. From the Real Abadia Hotel, you can enjoy …

If you are planning a visit to China, there are multiple annoyances to be aware of before your visit. There are many challenges for Westerners visiting China for the first time, some of which will take you by surprise if unprepared. This guide aims to highlight some of these and …

This post is not intended to be a comprehensive outline of everything you need to know when travelling in China. Instead, it’s aim is to share some of our findings from our recent trip, to help you get around in Beijing and China both conveniently and cheaply. Getting from the …