Europe

Dreaming of a honeymoon-worthy escape? Our week in Madeira was the perfect mix of slow luxury and wild adventure - from sipping Madeira wine and soaking up sunsets in Calheta to ethical whale watching, canyon-side hikes, and swims in natural pools. Here’s how to plan your own blissful, versatile getaway to Portugal’s island gem.

Come for the pralines, stay for the passion. This isn’t your nan’s chocolate tour. Join us on a tasty day out through Brussels - from traditional ateliers to cutting-edge chocolatiers redefining Belgium’s sweet legacy (with a little flirting over fondant along the way).

What happens when two husbands swap rainy England for a romantic February weekend in Florence? Think fewer crowds, easier museum visits, and a few A Room with a View moments of our own. Here's why winter might just be the best time to see the Renaissance city in full bloom - without the heat or the hordes.

Two and a half days in Cologne? We squeezed in a theme park, a glittering cathedral, riverside beers, and a peek into the city’s friendly gay bear scene. A whirlwind city break with unexpected gems and golden-hour skyline shots—Cologne delivered.

Winding rivers, hilltop castles, and vineyard views—this Moselle Valley route from Luxembourg to Koblenz is the perfect blend of history, wine, and wanderlust.

Tucked between fairytale fortresses and leafy ravines, Luxembourg City surprised us in all the best ways. From gluten-free breakfasts to ancient casemates and riverside strolls, here’s how we spent one unforgettable day exploring Europe’s most underrated capital.

A vineyard view, a glass of Riesling, and a hotel manager with a family story - our Moselle wine journey didn’t go as expected… it was better.

A personal Journey from Banksy to Brussels: discovering how street art can capture the soul of a city.

From the kitsch of Manneken Pis to sweeping views from Mont des Arts - how to make the most of a single day in Belgium’s capital, gluten-free and queer-friendly.

Step into the mystery, beauty, and queer resonance of the Ghent Altarpiece - the world’s most stolen painting - as we uncover how its divine detail, hidden histories, and missing pieces resonate with us as LGBTQ+ travellers.

Think Belgium is all wheat and barley? Think again. Here's where we found the best gluten-free Belgian beers in Ghent - complete with canalside sips, cosy pubs, and a surprisingly inclusive vibe.

Come with us as we spend a couple of days wandering Ghent’s fairytale streets, finding it’s best golden-hour angles, and finding out exactly what this overlooked Belgian city has to offer LGBTQ+ travellers.