Our Malta Experience During the Pandemic

Malta has been on our travel bucket since 2018 and we booked our flights for Easter this year in July 2019. It seemed a bit too early then but with the pandemic situation and rise in the number of...

Caravaggio, the Cursed Painter: The Deposition

The canvas of the Deposition of Christ, currently kept in the Vatican Painting Gallery, was painted by Caravaggio for a chapel of the Church of St. Mary in Vallicella in Rome. Following the Treaty of...

The Ultimate New Zealand Solo Travel Guide

It's no secret that Aotearoa New Zealand or ‘land of the long white cloud' is a top backpacking destination. A land full of adventure, it's home to some of the most awe-inspiring natural sights in...

A Quick Guide to Madrid

Although Madrid is a thoroughly modern metropolis, the city has managed to preserve its traditional vibe. In fact, Madrid is home to cobbled streets and historic neighbourhoods aplenty. Indeed...

A Guide to Day of the Dead in Mexico

Dia de los Muertos is celebrated each year between the 31st October and 2nd November and is one of the most captivating and colourful festivals in the world. The festival honours ancestors who...

Jewel of the South: Birmingham Museum of Art

The Birmingham Museum of Art is worth at least an afternoon's leisurely perusal, and, with more than 24,000 paintings, sculptures, and more, possibly a second visit to properly appreciate all the...