visit the leaning tower of pisa

History’s biggest scam?

Everyone knows the Tower in Pisa leans, but it’s not clear exactly why. There’s one theory that it has all been done just to get you there to look at it!

Traveller tales

The not so quiet American

The not so quiet American in my hostel has some interesting ideas about the world. Or, to put it better, he has no idea about the world.

things to do in krakow

Sightseeing in Krakow

It’s one of the most popular cities in the country for tourists. Here are the best things to see and do in the Polish city of Krakow.

cheap bars krakow

Cheap drinks in Poland

There’s lots of history and culture in Poland – enough to keep you entertained. But the other great entertainment is the bar scene – and it’s cheap!

chocholow

Sunday church in Poland

In the little Polish town of Chocholow near Zakopane it’s Sunday morning. And for the people who live here, that means just one thing!

things to do in bologna

Bologna: the alternative city

It’s not far from some of the most popular cities in Italy but Bologna is slightly off the tourist radar. It’s part of the charm that helps it feels so hip.