I’ve visited Madrid more times than I can count, on weekend breaks and solo city escapes. But it was only on a more recent visit that something clicked: This is one of the most naturally child-friendly capitals in Europe, and I couldn’t wait to bring my boys back with me …
I knew Madrid had me when I found myself eating lunch at 3pm on a Tuesday, nowhere to be, wine glass in hand, watching the city go about its business from a pavement terrace. That unhurried, unapologetic enjoyment of everyday life is Madrid’s greatest quality – and it’s something you …
Deciding where to stay in Tenerife can feel overwhelming. After visiting several times with my family, I’ve learned that choosing the right base makes or breaks your holiday. The island’s personality changes dramatically depending on which coast you pick – sunny south with golden beaches, lush green north with colonial …
I’m a Londoner, born and bred in South London. I’ve lived and worked in this city for most of my life, from my university days in Shepherd’s Bush to years in Fulham and Tooting. I worked on the South Bank and Kings Cross for over 15 years, and I’ve commuted …
Tuscany is one of my favourite regions of Italy – and a destination I’ve been lucky enough to explore on many occasions. I’ve driven through the Chianti hills with the windows down, wandered the cobbled streets of Siena with gelato dripping down my wrist, and stood in the Piazzale Michelangelo …
When people ask me which of Spain’s largest cities I prefer, Barcelona or Madrid, I always reply without hesitation: Madrid. I’ve been to the Spanish capital four times, and each visit reveals something new about this endlessly energetic city. My friend lived and worked there for years, so I’ve had …