Category Archives: Europe

The Best Fortified Churches in Transylvania

Fortified Churches Romania Viscri

Today’s guest post on fortified Churches Romania (including Viscri Fortified Church) is from Stephan Alexander, from www.stefanrtw.com/. There are 7 different UNESCO Fortified Churches in Romania. It’s worth checking some of them out if you have the time during your trip, particularly Viscri Fortified Church. You’ll want to plan accordingly but there are plenty of them […]

Finding Greyfriars Bobby in the Old Town of Edinburgh

Greyfriars Bobby dog

It’s a story from my childhood – Bobby Dog Edinburgh – the loyal and faithful little dog who was a common site in the city of Edinburgh during the 1850’s. He was loyal to his master even after his master’s death.  Greyfriars Bobby guarded his grave faithfully for 14 years after he died. Greyfriars Bobby is both a film […]

7 Amazingly Festive UK Christmas Markets

UK Christmas Markets

Just a few weeks to go to Christmas, folks, and the countdown is on! I must admit, I absolutely hate the cold and dark nights in the UK at this time of year. But I do love the excitement and festivities in the run up to Christmas. Here are 7 amazingly festive UK Christmas markets that […]