Exploring Switzerland with the Swiss Rail Pass
I was lucky enough to visit Zurich, Lucerne, Lugano and Zermatt all by taking the Swiss Rail Pass. From busses, trains, ferries metro and gondolas, it is clearly the easiest and best way to explore the country.

Sailing from Istanbul to Athens aboard Explora I
Sailing from Istanbul to Athens aboard Explora I was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment I stepped into my spacious suite with a private veranda, I knew this cruise was designed for ultimate comfort and luxury.
Galapagos Islands : In the footsteps of David Attenborough… kind of…
I am not one to watch nature documentaries, to be honest. I absolutely love all types of animals and birds, but I really do not much enjoy watching them on tv – I like them to be in front of me so I can see them directly, feel the movement of the air…

Tim’s European Adventure: Southern Spain & a River Cruise Through Central Europe
But the journey didn’t stop there. In November 2024, I transitioned to a completely different experience: a serene river cruise with AmaWaterways, sailing from Budapest to Vilshofen…

Quito, Ecuador: a city like no other…
From the rooftop of the glorious and luxurious Hotel Casa Gangotena, I gazed out over Quito, the beautiful city in the north of Ecuador. Lights sparkle up the sides of the volcanic mountains which ring the city …