For those on a gluten-free diet, Florence may seem like a stretch too far. Pizzas, pastas and delicious dishes are everywhere. But are they gluten-free? Happily, eating gluten-free in Florence is surprisingly easy.
Florence wedding venues are just as lavish and historic as you’d expect. Always dreamt of a castle wedding, palace wedding or even a countryside escape wedding? This is the city where those dreams can come true.
Put simply, any self-respecting foodie simply can’t visit Florence without booking a cooking class. And though there’s a considerable number of pasta and gelato making classes in Florence, other Italian delicacies are available. Take a vegan cooking class, spend a week in the city’s top culinary academy or invite a couple of chefs round to your holiday pad to whip up a banquet.
For the wanderluster who wants everything at their doorstep but isn’t so keen on spending hours travelling from location to location, there’s no better destination than Vancouver. The Canadian city has an abundance of rare wildlife, some of the most gorgeous mountain scenery and hiking trails on earth, and a thriving cultural scene that can go toe to toe with anything in the Old World. And that’s not mentioning the world class skiing facilities just ninety minutes away.
The great thing about the city is it so seamlessly blends everything you could want, while maintaining a high standard of, well, everything. It’s why you can eat at a world class restaurant on the same day you go whale spotting, or spend an afternoon taking in a serene hiking route and the evening strolling around thriving, historic Gastown. It’s also one of the only cities in the Western world where over half of the residents aren’t native English speakers (hence the varied culinary offerings). Vancouver is a city of extremes, definitely, but one that does them all so well you’ll be wondering why anybody ever leaves.
We’ve got a more than eclectic Munich weekend guide all lined up for you. Pick out some top attractions, mix in some quirky gems, dabble with a bit of dark tourism and you’ll be fine. There’s plenty of room for nomadic wandering too.
Bavarian beer, bar crawls, beer gardens… A cracking start to a Munich stag do. But, stick to the well-trodden path and your stag night in Munich could become very one note. Luckily, Munich has a diverse entertainment and activity scene. Of course, we’ve handpicked some beer-based experiences to get your stag itinerary underway. But we’ve also dropped in some activities to mix things up, keep your stag group on their toes and deliver a very Munich-centric weekend.
Ski resorts near Munich aren’t in short supply. You can be on the slopes in around an hour’s drive from the city centre. Though, could you really describe the BEST ski resorts as being close to Munich? That all depends on how you feel about a 2.5 hour road trip. The smaller resorts close to the city might be fine for a quick gambol on the piste, but for a top notch ski trip we’d recommend making the extra effort. Why? Well, we’ve handily broken things down for you. What to expect, exactly where the best resorts are and crucially, just how tree-lined the slopes are.
Beer flows through this city’s halls, gardens, tents and quite possibly its veins. So our much Munich beer guide is here to sort the quality hop spots from the touristy tipple traps.
Love nothing more than perusing a gallery or two? THIS is the city for you. Some of the best art museums in Munich are housed in buildings that are as beautiful as the contents they’ve curated. Read on to add a few spots to your Munich itinerary.
If you’re planning a party for a bride and want to make it extra special, read ahead: our guide to a Madrid hen do will give you all the inspiration you need.
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