Nestled in the foothills of the Middle Atlas lies the ruined Roman city of Volubilis, which was once home to 20,000 people.
Volubilis: A ruined Roman city in the heart of Morocco
Meknes: Discovering one of Morocco’s four Imperial Cities
In the 17th century, Sultan Moulay Ismail made Meknes his capital in the hope of turning it into Morocco's answer to Versailles.
Rabat: Exploring Morocco’s elegant and historic capital city
Founded on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean in the 12th century, Morocco's grand, elegant and historic capital is a delightful city.
Madrid travel guide
One of my favourite European capital cities, Madrid is a must for art aficionados, foodies and museum lovers. This is my mini guide to the Spanish capital.
Cardiff: Discover fairy tale Castell Coch and Fforest Fawr
Nestled amid thick forest on a hilltop overlooking Cardiff you'll find the fairy tale-like Castell Coch, a Victorian folly built by one of the world's then-richest men.
Reykjavik: The Perlan Institute and other museums
Whether you love a spot of art, history, nature or culture, you're bound to find a museum for you in Reykjavik.
South Iceland: The classic Golden Circle tour
From vividly hued craters to bubbling geysers, powerful waterfalls and a serene rift valley, the classic Golden Circle tour offers a tantalising glimpse of Iceland's stunning landscapes.
Loire Valley: Château d’Amboise
Set high on a rock overlooking the historic market town of Amboise and the River Loire, this former royal château is home to Leonardo da Vinci's tomb.
Loire Valley: The château and gardens at Chaumont-sur-Loire
Possibly my favourite château in the Loire. It may not have the architecural flourishes of Chenonceau or Chambord, but it's a delightfully charming affair surrounded by acres of stunning gardens.
Loire Valley: Château de Chambord
The biggest and grandest château in the Loire Valley is a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture, boasting 440 rooms and an ingenious double helix staircase.
Loire Valley: Château de Chenonceau
Thanks to its distinctive arched bridges spanning the River Cher, Chenonceau is the prettiest, most fairytale-like of the châteaux of the Loire.
Hughenden: Disraeli’s Buckinghamshire estate with a secret history
The Buckinghamshire home of Queen Victoria's favourite Prime Minister, Benjamin Disraeli, was used as a top secret base during the Second World War.
Little Old World 