Château de Sercy

Château de Sercy

We stumble across the Château de Sercy whilst meandering through Burgundy. On the way from Annecy to Beaune, this lovely chateau is an example of how France’s medieval history can just pop up. Seemingly in the middle of nowhere.… Read the rest

Kew Gardens

Kew Gardens

Kew Gardens, in London’s western outskirts, is one of the most magical places I have visited. It’s a misty Sunday morning in London and, due to tube closures, it takes me almost two hours to travel the relatively short distance across town to the Gardens.… Read the rest

On the Road to Hluboká nad Vltavou

On the Road to Hluboká nad Vltavou

Leaving Karlovy Vary behind us, we are on the road to Hluboká nad Vltavou and its stunning Chateau amidst the rivers, forests and fields of Southern Bohemia. Actually, our destination is Cesky Krumlov but after a few hours in the car we are ready to stretch our legs and as calm our nerves.… Read the rest