Did you catch our video on the medieval town of #Sisteron is on the banks of the River Durance, in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department. The narrow lanes are a joy to explore; however, the star has to be the magnificent Rocher de la Baume #ExploreFranceEN #lifefrance #UK_FranceFR buff.ly/Rz6FNFD

Bruges is a gorgeous medieval town in Belgium that’s a dream for photography enthusiasts. Here’s a sightseeing route along the town’s highlights and my favourite photo spots: velvetescape.com/picture-perf... #Bruges #Belgium #travel #traveladdicts

The first overnight stop on our Spanish road trip a few years ago was to the historic city of Zaragoza in Aragon. Discover its incredible mix of architecture, Roman, Mudejar and the stunning riverside Cathedral-Basilica #Visit_Zaragoza #Spain #Spain_inUK buff.ly/LKQhD54

The UNESCO town of Provins is a beautiful place to visit in France, famed for its Medieval trade fairs during the 12th & 13th centuries. Many of its original ramparts & timber-framed residential buildings in the Upper Town remain #ExploreFranceEN #lifefrance buff.ly/E5Sb7i2

The charming National Trust site of Mottisfont is located within the lush countryside of Hampshire. Discover the 18th century neo-classical house and the fragrant & enchanting walled gardens. #MottisfontNT #NationalTrust buff.ly/QpUyvBN

I learned about Gravina in Puglia after watching the last James Bond movie and planned a visit there. I found an absolutely beautiful town with ancient monuments, cave restaurants and amazing food. Learn more: velvetescape.com/things-to-se... #traveladdicts #Puglia #travel #Italy

Amiens, the capital of Picardy, sits along the Somme River. Have you considered the historic home of one Jules Verne to add to your French Road trip? No, why not? #Travel #ExploreFranceEN #lifefrance buff.ly/q7ogwkq

Things to see and do in Sevilla for the first-time visitor: velvetescape.com/things-to-do... #Sevilla #Spain #travel #traveladdicts

Do you fancy a road trip around the shores of Lake Garda this year? Then, take a peek at our video to see where you could visit. Fire up the tunes of Dean Martin and enjoy the wind breezing through your hair #Italia_UK #Italia buff.ly/wDweRX6

The final destination of our Yorkshire Road trip has landed. Quite different from our previous destinations, we set out to explore Harrogate buff.ly/AggOy75

Toulouse, the ‘pink city’ of France, is a delight to explore. From colourful streets bursting with charm to beautiful UNESCO World Heritage sites, there’s lots to see and do. Check out my #Toulouse guide: velvetescape.com/things-to-se... #France #travel #traveladdicts #travelbloggerscommunity

A few years ago, we were in #Zimbabwe. One of the highlights was our stay on the edges of the beautiful #LakeKariba in the #Matusadona NP. It's one of those life affirming experiences - breath-taking @TourismZimbabwe #VisitZimbabwe #AWorldOfWonders buff.ly/Sl0B3A7

The town of Victoria Falls in #Zimbabwe has the world's largest #waterfalls with the world's largest sheet of falling water. But there is much more to see and do. Here are the 3 best things to do in Victoria Falls: #Travel #BUCKETLIST #TravelBlog backpackandsnorkel.c...

Petworth House in West Sussex is a grand 17th-century country manor house and has remained a Percy family home for over 900 years. If you love art, particularly by Turner or Gainsborough, you’ll adore Petworth #NationalTrust #PetworthNT buff.ly/B1L4ai1

The lovely town of #Arbois in the #Jura region of France is a stunning place to visit. Rolling vineyards, charming squares and the historic home of Louis Pasteur. Here you’ll discover the local tipple, Vin Jaune #ExploreFranceEN #lifefrance #ExploreFrance buff.ly/BwNigzU

Did you catch our post on the delightful villages & towns in Kent? This is part 4, as there are so many beautiful places to discover around the Garden of England, you’ll be spoilt for choice @VisitEngland buff.ly/kgqKNsI

Our visit to Treasurer’s House in York An elegant house captured in time

NEW on the blog: An amazing rail trip across southern Germany from Freiburg to Würzburg: velvetescape.com/southern-ger... #Germany #travel #traveladdicts #travelbloggerscommunity

This road trip across northern Germany, from Hamburg to Berlin, is perfect for those seeking culture, history and nature: velvetescape.com/northern-ger... #Germany #roadtrip #travel #traveladdicts

If you’re longing for a beautiful spring day at a historic walled garden in bloom, we recommend Sissinghurst Castle Garden in Kent. Managed by National Trust, this charming English garden is stunning, Did you catch our video? #SissinghurstNT #NationalTrust buff.ly/bGdT3mi

A delightful day in Pézenas, a beautiful town in the Hérault region of southern France: velvetescape.com/things-to-do... #France #travel #traveladdicts

We loved touring #Portugal and can’t wait to return. We visited some beautiful towns and villages and have started making a list for our next adventure; here are a few that we especially enjoyed exploring #visitportugal buff.ly/7PDP8gO

On 10th June 1944, four days after D-Day, 643 inhabitants of the village of Oradour-sur-Glane were massacred by the 2nd SS Das Reich division. The touching town stands as a memorial & a museum for those who horrifically lost their lives #ExploreFranceEN #lifefrance #ExploreFrance buff.ly/qeJwmU8

Have you visited the enchanting house & gardens of Nymans, an #NationalTrust site in West Sussex? When visiting Nymans, you’ll enjoy the rich history of the Messel family home and wend your way around the exquisite, captivating gardens #NymansNT buff.ly/WjDm5iJ

We love places that sit just below the radar. Take #Faversham in #Kent. Heard of it? This delightful market town has plenty of charm & is home to Britain's oldest brewery @ShepherdNeame. Why not discover a little more? @Visit_Swale #VisitSwale buff.ly/DjGVU2I

Vienna, the capital of Austria, is a city of grand buildings, elegant boulevards and leafy parks. It’s also easy to explore on foot. Here’s a ‘Highlights of Vienna’ walking route that can be done in 1-2 days: velvetescape.com/vienna-walki... #Vienna #Austria #travel #traveladdicts

Oh, how we long to revisit the South of #France, especially Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, with its links to Vincent van Gogh, who was born #OnThisDay in 1853 - The region is an artist’s dream. #ExploreFranceEN #lifefrance #ExploreFrance #stremydeprovence buff.ly/NS6WEIi

The delightful Cathedral city of Ripon is not only the smallest city in Yorkshire but also one of the oldest cities in England. Ripon is a perfect place to base yourselves while exploring the picturesque Yorkshire countryside. #VisitEngland #visitnorthyork buff.ly/GplogrL

This road trip across the province of North Holland will be absolutely spectacular in a few weeks’ time: velvetescape.com/north-hollan... #Netherlands #roadtrip #travel #traveladdicts

Yay, it was time for our next circular road trip around France in our EV. Once again, we thumbed through our ‘Back Roads France’ guidebook and plotted a two-week route from Calais. Here’s our inspiration #ExploreFranceEN #lifefrance #ExploreFrance buff.ly/3s4wWoS

We toured Portugal a few years ago and visited many picturesque and charming towns and villages from the north to the south. Take a peek at a few of our favourites, and let us know yours so we can add them to our list #visitportugal #Travel buff.ly/dL746Tr

Planning a visit to the British Normandy Memorial? Along with this poignant site, you can stroll amongst the “Standing with Giants” installation, it's back for 2026 from 25th April #LestWeForget #CWGC #britishmemorial #britishnormandymemorial buff.ly/Lbes07p

If you enjoy exploring castles, you’ll love Bodiam Castle in East Sussex. This magnificent, moated castle is managed by the National Trust. It’s such a beautiful sight across the English landscape #nationaltrust #BodiamCastleNT #Visit1066 #1066Country buff.ly/dxWmmbO

Our poignant visit to Oradour-sur-Glane The martyred village in western central France

Costa Brava is a region north of Barcelona. Stretching from the Mediterranean coast to the peaks of the Pyrenees, Costa Brava is home to many charming medieval towns. Here are my favourites to visit: velvetescape.com/medieval-tow... #incostabrava #travel #Catalonia #traveladdicts #Spain

The world's oldest demarcated #wineregion, the #DuoroValley is only one of several outstanding wine regions to visit in #Portugal. #wineadventure #scenicdestination carrotsandtigers.com/2026/03/20/5...

Today represents a dark day in history. #OnThisDay in 1933, #Dachau Concentration Camp opened its gates. In the 12 years that followed, it witnessed unspeakable horrors. However, we must #NeverForget, which is why we visited. #Travel #OTD buff.ly/sJIbX1j

If you’re touring the southern Italian region of Puglia, don’t miss Otranto, a historic town on the Adriatic Sea. Here’s what you can expect to find there: velvetescape.com/things-to-do... #Puglia #Italy #travel #traveladdicts

#OnThisDay in 1990, #Namibia gained its independence from South Africa to become an independent nation again. This incredible country is so much more, though – Check out our 'Truths 'n' Trivia' to discover our take on the country. #Travel #OTD buff.ly/8WbQGBA

Did you catch our video on the charming Belgian city of Mechelen in Flanders? The second destination of our Flemish road trip. We had an incredible time; will it appeal to you? #VisitFlanders #VisitMechelen buff.ly/upJZg65

Gouda is famous for its cheese but there’s a lot more to experience in this beautiful town. Here are the top things to see in Gouda: velvetescape.com/things-to-se... #Gouda #Netherlands #travel #traveladdicts

Mount Grace Priory in North Yorkshire is one of England’s most intriguing medieval monastic sites. The Carthusian order is known for its extremely strict, hermit-like way of life. Unlike other monastic communities where monks lived and worked communally #nationaltrust buff.ly/0GgH9OS

On this day in 1893, Wilfred Owen was born, the soldier & war poet who sadly lost his life one week before the armistice in 1918. On our Road of Remembrance in 2018, we visited many sites of significance - #LestWeForget #OTD #CWGC buff.ly/BHzLRp9

Venture beyond #Amsterdam and you’ll find in North Holland a plethora of beautiful towns and landscapes, and a rich historical and cultural heritage. Here’s a road trip route across the province: velvetescape.com/north-hollan... #Netherlands #travel #roadtrip #traveladdicts

Planning a trip to the #MoselValley this year and wonder where you should stay? Each of these #hotels sits in close proximity to many local attractions, boasting a great gastronomic offer. carrotsandtigers.com/2026/03/16/5...

Did you catch this weekend's YouTube double feature? Firstly, a look at the petite Yorkshire city of Ripon, including the Hornblower, and another video with the full Hornblower ceremony. Why not take a look? buff.ly/GplogrL

Let's explore the beautiful medieval town of Semur-en-Auxois, perched above the River Armançon in the heart of Burgundy. With its ancient ramparts, fortified towers & cobbled streets, this is one of France’s lesser-known historic gems #UK_FranceFR #lifefrance #ExploreFrance buff.ly/KlKtQXL

Are you looking for an Art Deco wonder close to London? Look no further than Eltham Palace. Hidden in Southeast London, this Art Deco treasure, built adjoining a medieval banqueting hall, is a slice of history. Why not discover a little more? @EnglishHeritage buff.ly/6qpasG3

My latest blog post is a pretty comprehensive guide to the province of North Holland. It includes my favourite places to visit as well as a road trip itinerary: velvetescape.com/north-hollan... #Netherlands #roadtrip #travel #traveladdicts #travelbloggerscommunity

Have you visited Dives-sur-Mer, Normandy? Did you know that William the Conqueror set sail from Dives-sur-Mer in 1066 before arriving in Pevensey Bay & defeating the English in the Battle of Hastings? #ExploreFranceEN #lifefrance #ExploreFrance #Normandy buff.ly/KiqV8dY