Lasko is a pretty town in Slovenia and a great place to visit if you need some relaxation or enjoy hiking. On previous visits to Slovenia, I’ve enjoyed a few Lasko beers. Lasko is a small town on the Savinja River, beautiful and laid-back. It is surrounded by pleasant countryside and thus is great for…
There are many things to do in Bari, including visiting fascinating buildings in the old town, a castle, some beautiful churches and the beach. We really enjoyed exploring the city, and on every dog walk, we found something new. Bari is also food central, and I enjoyed the foodie aspects of the city, including the…
Foggia is an excellent place for food shopping, especially if travelling on a budget. The markets, small specialist shops and supermarkets had some great choices, and meal times were interesting. I found the food quality and options in Foggia to be special. During my visit, I used many ingredients for the first time, including some…
During our month-long stay in Foggia, we visited many bars, coffee shops and restaurants. Some were a one-off visit, and others that we really enjoyed and kept coming back. There were many places for drinks to suit most budgets. Between cooking lots of deliciousness from the local markets, we also dined out a few times,…
During our month-long stay in Foggia in the south of Italy, we did a day trip to the pretty seaside town of Barletta. The big draw for us was the beach in Barletta and cooling down in the sea. The pictures of the city centre also piqued my interest, which is why it was on…
Another top place to visit in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy is Ferrara, which is halfway between Venice and Bologna. Ferrara is a beautiful city with many pretty buildings and sights. I really enjoyed exploring the old town area and seeing the principal sites. This included the Cathedral of San Giorgio, various town squares and…
This is a guide to choosing which banks offer free ATM cash withdrawals in Italy. During several trips over six months, I found various cash points that don’t charge a fee. I’ve used free ATMs in various Italian cities, including the capital, Rome, Bologna, Trieste, Siena, Ferrara, Pompeii and Venice. Overall, I found quite a…
Pula in Croatia is a great city with fun things to do on the coast and some historic attractions in the old part of the city. I found the old town area top-drawer for sightseeing, especially the ancient Roman sites. Highlights for me were Pula Arena, Forum Square, Temple of Augustus, the hilltop forts and…
Pula is a bit of a foodie destination, so it has some wonderful options for restaurants and places to dine out. I found many places serving seafood and local Istrian cuisine. Restaurants ranged across budgets, from cheap eats to more refined places with top-drawer seafood or truffles. I found excellent restaurants near the seaside resorts…
Pula Amphitheatre is one of the top historic sites in the city and is a big draw for tourists. The arena is a 1st-century Roman amphitheatre that is very well preserved and is used locally to host events, including the Spectacula Antiqua Gladiator Event. We really enjoyed the event and looking around the site in…
The food markets in Pula are comprehensive, including both a fish market and a farmers’ market. When travelling, I gravitate to the food markets to find the best fresh local food and see what the locals cook with. At the Pula Markets you can purchase Istrian specialities, including olive oil, honey and the famous Istrian…
Opatija is a picturesque town on the Adriatic coast of Croatia that we’ve visited twice for short breaks. We chose it because it is near Rijeka, a ferry port serving the islands of the North Adriatic Sea. On our visits, we explored Opatija’s coast, beaches, parks, markets and nearby Volosko. Is Opatija Worth Visiting? Opatija…
Veli Lošinj is one of the prettiest villages to visit on the island of Lošinj, Croatia. Set in a narrow bay, about 4 kilometres from Mali Lošinj, it is known for its pastel-coloured harbour, rocky beaches, seafood restaurants, and scenic coastal walks. It works well as both a quieter base and an enjoyable day trip,…
Croatia is a fantastic European country to visit with a dog. We found plenty of dog-friendly places to stay and pet-friendly bars and restaurants across most of the country. We found the locals welcoming to Henry, and there were many other people out and about with dogs. We have visited Croatia with a dog many…
My guide to which banks offer free ATM cash withdrawals in the Czech Republic, including Prague & Brno. Sometimes it’s not possible to find free ATMs in certain towns, so I include details of cash withdrawal fees for the various ATMs. Overall, I found some options for free ATM withdrawals with my Revolut card in…
One of my favourite activities during my visit was sightseeing walks at Schlossberg Graz. This is a castle on the hill overlooking the rest of the city, offering a wonderful viewpoint. I enjoyed both morning and evening walks around the castle. The castle site dates back to the 10th century, but the current fortifications were…
When I visited Brno in the Czech Republic, we found the visit to Bunker 10-Z fascinating and were glad we visited. This is a former Cold War-era nuclear bunker, and such shelters were commonplace. It is an interactive tourist attraction in Brno, where you can touch the artefacts as you pass through the underground tunnels….
I really enjoyed visiting the cathedral in Brno, including seeing the stunning building, enjoying the views from the towers and having a mooch inside. The cathedral has two names: Petrov or the Cathedral of St Peter and Paul. You can see the cathedral from many parts of Brno, as it is perched atop a hill….