Something about La Rioja

July 2, 2009 ·  

I love to search for charming little places around the world, the type that do not usually fall under the average tourist’s wish-list, places I wish I could savour all by myself and hide from all you other thirsty travelers out there. But, alas, here I am in the magical wine region of La Rioja in Spain, and I am about to-very reluctantly may I say-divulge my precious secret to all. How selfless of me. Or maybe, it could be the overdose of Spanish vino that has permeated every cell in my brain that has led me to spill... [Read more]

Paris on a Budget

July 2, 2009 ·  

Like any large city, Paris is expensive and like for any visitor, the daily expenses add up. Below are a few practical suggestions, for every budget, on how to make the most of your money; however long your visit.

Choosing the right travel Pass
Paris’s array of metro options can seem daunting at first glance, but for visitors they basically boil down to two choices: taking a ticket for a single trip or buying a pass for one, or several days- all allow you to travel on both the bus and metro. Also check... [Read more]

Paris Museums

July 1, 2009 ·  

Paris has some of the best museums in the world, but not all of them have to cost you a fortune. All national museums are free on the first Sunday of each month ( but expect long queues) and if you’re under 25 you can enter the Louvre for free every Friday night (after 6pm) for free.

Many other museums offer free entry at various times and there are over a dozen free museums which are well worth checking out. Some of the most popular free museums are:
Le Petit Palais- Fine Arts Museum: www.petitpalais.paris.fr... [Read more]