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City Break Cluj – How to spend a weekend in Transylvania, Romania
With a vibrant food and drink scene, striking architecture dating back to the 15th century, lush green parks, and a jam-packed summer events calendar, Cluj-Napoca is a weekend destination that definitely deserves a spot on your city break travel list.
I was lucky enough to live there for a year with my husband, Simon — and during that time, we completely fell in love with the city, the people, and the relaxed pace of life. Drawing on that experience, I’ve pulled together some of our favourite spots, hidden gems, insider tips, and even a few handy Romanian phrases to try out with the locals (trust me, they’ll appreciate the effort!).
I was lucky enough to live there for a year with my husband, Simon — and during that time, we completely fell in love with the city, the people, and the relaxed pace of life. Drawing on that experience, I’ve pulled together some of our favourite spots, hidden gems, insider tips, and even a few handy Romanian phrases to try out with the locals (trust me, they’ll appreciate the effort!).
by Fay Williams
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Our Family Holiday in Herceg Novi, Montenegro: An Honest Experience
Montenegro — just the name evokes images of stunning coastline, and crystal-clear waters. It wasn’t a destination we’d originally had on our family bucket list, but after hearing glowing reviews about an unspoiled holiday paradise, with no Starbucks, no McDonalds, no KFC we decided to give it a try. Let me tell you, it didn’t disappoint!
Last summer, Mark and I, along with our three children (I know, I know, two of them are technically adults now, but to us they will always be ‘the kids’) packed our bags and set off for a 10-day adventure. If you’re looking for an affordable, relaxing, and activity-packed family holiday, here’s everything you need to know.
Last summer, Mark and I, along with our three children (I know, I know, two of them are technically adults now, but to us they will always be ‘the kids’) packed our bags and set off for a 10-day adventure. If you’re looking for an affordable, relaxing, and activity-packed family holiday, here’s everything you need to know.
by Sally Bendall
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Hotel New York, Rotterdam – Old-school glamour in the heart of a modern city
by Sally Bendall