The last industrial operation carried out on sight was in April 1985, and 4 years later the bid to transform the area into a regenerative park was accepted. The park was opened in 1991 as Duisburg began to move on from its’ industrial past in the face of German reunification (continue reading)
I'm releasing this article in conjunction with my tips for attending games in different countries piece, this one focused on my own experience at various home games throughout Europe (11 games, in 7 leagues across 6 countries), where I will rate each home stadium for various factors; ease of getting tickets, atmosphere, anticipation, quality of … Continue reading My experiences attending football matches abroad
Football is an integral part of European culture, and whether you love the sport or hate it, there are aspects of attending a live game that will intrigue you and get you hooked (continue reading)
There is a well known saying that nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes. I’d like to add to that, the presence of an ‘Irish’ bar in any given major city is a certainty too (continue reading)
Ever since Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman’s blockbuster movie hit the screens, the term bucket list has been commonly used. Below I highlight the 15 trips I’d love to experience before ‘kicking the bucket’ myself (read more)
People travel for a variety of reasons, but most of the time that reason is to do/see something. Whether that something is "see the Eiffel Tower", "Climb Mt. Fuji", "eat authentic Italian food", or "watch Manchester United". I've noticed various charms about numerous countries that aren't necessarily widely known about - and I'll list my … Continue reading My Favourite Things About Each Country I Have Visited
I thought I'd combine my love of music with my love of travelling and share some songs that have edged their way into my own travel rituals, others that remind me of travelling (read more)
News broke earlier this week about Thomas Cook - an established travel company which has ceased trading. Flights with Thomas Cook airlines stopped shortly after midnight (read more)
I often get asked how I squeeze so much into my trips away - smart planning is the answer, below I'll share my methods with you, to save you having to learn the hard way... (read more)
Movies often play to the landmarks where the film is made. Many movies based in Paris, will show the Eiffel Tower, and movies set in London will show Big Ben, Buckingham Palace etc... (read more)