Ostriches: King of all the birds (even though they can’t fly)
As far as birds go, the ostrich surely has to be the king. It’s the biggest and the fastest bird of all, with the largest eggs. It also has the meanest resting bitch face of any other bird. Just look at it.
Hurricane Irma: Here’s how your travel insurance can help
Hurricane Irma has caused devastation across the Caribbean and is now heading towards the US. Here’s how your travel insurance can help Delayed departure – We’ll pay for each full 12-hour period of delay. Please note that we don’t cover arrival...
The spinning stilt dancers of Anguiano
Have you ever tried walking on stilts? The closest I’ve come is walking on those little bucket things you get as kids, with the string attached. That was hard enough for me.
Terrorist attacks in Spain: What to do if you’re affected
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) says: The British Embassy in Madrid and Consulate General in Barcelona are in contact with local authorities and urgently seeking further information following incidents in the Las Ramblas area of central...
Es Vedra: A really interesting Ibizan island
I first heard of Es Vedra when I was rooting around looking for something interesting to write about/looking for holiday inspiration (I love my job sometimes). It’s a rocky island off the coast of Ibiza.
Gem stones: What are they, where do they come from and how are they made?
I could be considered part magpie. I love shiny things and… Actually, that’s the only thing I have in common with a magpie. I probably won’t enter your nest and steal your eggs while you’re not looking.
Baba Marta Day: Bulgaria’s first day of spring
Spring has officially arrived. Are you doing anything to celebrate it? I think I might put an extra blanket on my bed tonight. In Bulgaria, though, they have a more interesting way of celebrating – Baba Marta Day.
Everything you’ve always wanted to know about pineapples
Not only are pineapples delicious and absolutely suitable as a pizza topping, they’re also a rather fascinating little spiky fruit.