visiting paestum

Visiting Paestum and its Greek temples

When some refugees from Ancient Greece started a new colony on the shore of today’s Italy, they didn’t realise that 2500 years later their city would be the best preserved in the world!

naples to capri day trip

Joining the glitterati in Capri

Even without staying on the island, it’s easy to get a taste of the rich and famous lifestyle with a day trip to Capri from Naples.

visit pompeii

The best way to visit Pompeii

When the ancient city of Pompeii was struck by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius, it was simultaneously destroyed and protected under the ash.

Snorkelling on Belize Barrier Reef

The great Belize Barrier Reef

The Belize Barrier Reef is the second largest reef in the world. It’s a natural wonder and one of the best things to see in Belize.

Lubaantun Maya Ruins, near Punta Gorda, Belize

The Crystal Skull of Belize

This ancient Maya city is where the most famous of the world’s crystal skulls was said to have been found. But does it really have special powers?