A two-week journey through Portugal, Spain, and Morocco with Explore Travel revealed a hidden story of the Moors. From Lisbon’s azulejos to Fez’s souks, we traced history in reverse, crossing from Tarifa to Tangier where Al-Andalus came home.

Step inside Dar El Bacha, the 1910 palace once home to the Pasha of Marrakech, now a museum and the original Bacha Coffee café. From its carved cedar ceilings to the scent of freshly brewed Arabica, this is where elegance and history meet over a perfect cup.

A 2016 ride with BICI&BACI along Rome’s Via Appia Antica reveals ancient roads, timeless history, and a journey beyond the usual tourist trail.

A guided walk through Marrakech’s medina that revealed colour, chaos, and crowds, but little connection. From Koutoubia Mosque to Bahia Palace, here’s how we found our own way to Dar El Bacha.

A slow, sunlit train ride from Fez to Marrakech with Explore. Watch Morocco unfold through the window — Meknes, Rabat, Casablanca — in this lyrical travel moment.

After descending from Jungfraujoch, I took a brisk walk through Interlaken. Between two lakes and framed by mountains, the town buzzed with life and offered vivid memories of alpine energy.

Lose yourself in Fez el-Bali’s maze of history and craft, from the splendour of the Royal Palace to the tanneries, blacksmiths, and mosaics of Art Naji. Fez isn’t just seen, it’s felt.

Discover the best dishes we tried in Fez, from Moroccan mezze to couscous with seven vegetables and pastilla. Join us as we explore the flavours of Fez el-Bali.

In 2016, I travelled to Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station. From Wilderswil to the summit, the journey offered breathtaking views, glacier walks, and a glimpse of the Sphinx Observatory—said to have inspired the mountain hotel in The Grand Budapest Hotel.

Chefchaouen felt like a dream in blue. Once a fortress, later a refuge for Andalusian exiles, the town still glows with quiet faith and light.

We crossed the Strait of Gibraltar from Tarifa to Tangier and spent the morning exploring Morocco’s gateway city — from Rmilat Park and Cap Spartel to the medina and Place du 9 Avril — before driving inland toward the blue calm of Chefchaouen.

Two days in Nice just before lockdown. From colourful markets and crispy socca to sweeping views from Colline du Château, a peaceful snapshot of a world about to change.

Standing at the southernmost point of continental Europe, we explored Tarifa, a bright, wind-blown frontier where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean and Africa waits across the water.

A slow city loop through the heart of Jerez de la Frontera, starting from a sherry tasting at Bodegas Dios Baco and ending at the Moorish Alcázar. This easy two-hour walk captures the spirit of Jerez — its blend of Andalusian charm, quiet corners, and echoes of the past. Ideal for travellers looking to stretch their legs between bodegas and plazas.

Throwback to 2016 when I explored Paris on a vintage Ural RETRO sidecar with Retro Tour Paris. From the cobbled Latin Quarter to champagne by the Eiffel Tower, a stylish, timeless experience.

At Bodegas Dios Baco in Jerez de la Frontera, I tasted sherry for the first time and learned how the centuries-old tradition still defines this city. From Fino to Pedro Ximénez, every glass told a story of Jerez itself.

Explore Seville on foot as you move between the Real Alcázar, the cathedral and Giralda, Barrio Santa Cruz, Plaza de España, the riverside Torre del Oro and the striking Setas de Sevilla, taking in the city’s mix of history, architecture and open spaces.

Discover Haugesund on your Norwegian fjords cruise. Explore the town, walk along the waterfront, visit Vår Frelsers kirke and local statues, and enjoy Norway’s coastal charm.

Explore Olden on your Norwegian fjords cruise with this scenic Briksdal Glacier excursion. Enjoy gentle hikes, waterfalls, glacier views, and Olden Valley landscapes.

Explore Ålesund on your cruise stop with a scenic trolley train ride, the historic Molja Fyr lighthouse, pastel Art Nouveau streets, and unwind at Molo Brew by the harbour.