Three free art galleries to visit in London
I can think of few places with such a varied collection of art galleries as London. And best of all, they are completely free. Come and have a look round with Livvy.
Europe
A cost-effective luxury weekend in London
Livvy’s top tips for a London hotel stay. Make sure you have sturdy walking shoes (and an umbrella) and walk as much as you can. And visit the free places, especially galleries.
A short driving tour around spa-centric Slovenia
Slovenia is the one that borders on the Adriatic and was part of the former Yugoslavia. It is very green, beautiful and largely undiscovered. Find out more with Livvy’s report.
Top tips for visiting Taormina, Sicily
Taormina is a gorgeous small town in Sicily, packed with interesting things to do, and well worth visiting. Let Paul and Livvy show you how.
Top luxury ski resorts in Europe
Paul and Livvy advise on the best places to ski in Europe. Decide on your country, then decide on the sort of skiing you want to do. Are you hard core or do you have children and are happy with nursery slopes?
A visit to Greenwich by riverboat
Choose a nice, sunny day and go to Greenwich by riverboat. The trip along the Thames is interesting and at Greenwich, there is plenty to do, including a climb to the Observatory. Read how Paul and Livvy did it.
A visit to Kew Gardens
One of the best botanical gardens in the world, the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew, is a must-visit if you are in this part of London. And it’s worth a special day trip if you are not.
A visit to Hampton Court Palace by riverboat from Richmond
Mucking about on boats is a fun thing to do, especially on a fine day and this river trip also goes through a lock. Then there is Hampton Court to enjoy. Paul and Livvy show you how.
Fondation Claude Monet, Giverny – driving from London
Mon dieu, this is a fabulous trip if you like gardens and you like art. Paul likes neither, so taking Livvy was a act of love. Although there was probably ice cream and beer involved along the way.
Hotel Sacher, Vienna – and a slice of cakeVienna, Austria
One of the best hotels in Vienna also serves one of the world’s best cakes. Well that’s what Livvy believes now…
Belmond Reid’s PalaceFunchal, Madeira
Historic clifftop hotel in Madeira with landscaped gardens, ocean‑view pools and a Michelin‑starred restaurant overlooking Funchal Bay
Savoy HotelLondon, England
Luxury hotel on the Strand, overlooking the River Thames, renowned for legendary dining, classic bars and timeless elegance. One of London’s best hotels