On our most recent visit to Funchal, we enjoyed lunch at Horta. Recognised by the Michelin Guide, the menu offers plenty of choice. Meat and fish eaters are well catered for, as are vegetarians and vegans – much to our delight. Vegan options include starters such as flocão with coconut vinaigrette plus pea hummus. As for main dishes, barley risotto with hazelnut and chive pesto or green lentil curry caught our attention.
The medieval city of Chester is historically significant and its strategic position close to the Welsh border saw the Romans consider it for their capital. A slice of history is discovered around every corner: even the city’s racecourse, reputedly the oldest in England, was the site of a large Roman harbour.
This beautiful city in western Poland is an ideal destination for a city break, as we at Travellowdown discovered a few months ago. The country’s fourth largest city has lots of things to do and all the essential ingredients needed to keep you occupied during your few days away. Here are six must-dos to help plan your itinerary
Despite measuring just nine miles by five, Jersey is the largest of the Channel Islands as well as the archipelago’s southernmost isle. A self-governing dependency of the UK, it has much to offer visitors.
This gem of a city with its stunning historical architecture is easily explored on foot and, what’s more, there are plenty of places to visit which won’t cost you a penny. We happened to be holidaying in Northumberland during Summer 2019 and fancied visiting the Scottish capital on a day trip. Well, it couldn't have [...]
When the opportunity arose to visit Leicestershire with my family, my first question was, “What does the county offer that will interest my kids, aged 13 and seven?” Well, the answer to that one is simple: “plenty”. In fact, Leicestershire Promotions, the main tourism organisation for not only the city of Leicester but the entire [...]
