I finally make it to Chislehurst Caves, and find an intriguing mix of pseudo-archaeology, WWII forebearance, and music history. Introducing Chislehurst Caves Let’s start by getting one thing straight. Despite the name, Chislehurst Caves aren’t caves. They area instead man-made tunnels and caverns, excavated as chalk and flint mines. The first mention of the mines, […]
Our final stop in Malta, the Wignacourt Museum includes art, objects, extensive tunnels, a church, and a site of Christian pilgrimage. A Final Stop in Malta The time has come for us to bid farewell to Malta. My trip there was a memorable one, and absolutely packed with cultural highlights. We learned about the history […]
The site of St Paul’s Cathedral has been the heart of Mdina since before it was Mdina! What better place to start getting to grips with Malta’s historic capital? A Daytrip to Mdina: Where to Start? In my last post, I described a daytrip to Mdina and Rabat, covering a bit of history as well […]
Malta’s historic capital Mdina is a great daytrip location for culture lovers, particularly combined with a few highlights from outside the city walls in Rabat. A Daytrip to Mdina and Rabat Mdina and Rabat are our last city stop on this tour of Malta. Today’s post gives an overview of things you might like to […]
Get to know Gozo’s capital, Victoria, and the many museums of its imposing and historic citadel. Getting to Know Victoria (Ir-Rabat) In my last post, we looked at ways to spend 48 hours in Gozo, Malta’s second-biggest island. The pace of life is slower here, but there’s still plenty to see and do, from archaeological […]
With some of the most interesting archaeological sites in Europe in Malta, Valletta’s National Museum of Archaeology is a must-see. The National Museum of Archaeology It’s no secret here on the Salterton Arts Review that I love archaeology. I actually wanted to be an archaeologist when I was younger, until I realised that the reality […]
With historic sites spanning millennia and a vibrant visitor experience, Malta is a perfect getaway for culture lovers looking to blend activities and relaxation. A Week in Malta For some reason, Malta had not previously been on my travel radar. Which is perhaps surprising: I normally love a small European country (like Andorra, for instance). […]
Monte Gibralfaro dominates Málaga’s skyline, and forms part of its coat of arms. What better place to get your historic bearings in this important Andalusian city? Making the Most of a Weekend in Málaga A recent trip to Málaga was my second. My first, a few years ago now, was part of a road trip […]
Frankfurt am Main is an interesting case study in restoring history and embracing modernity. A day in Germany’s financial hub is merely a taster: read on for inspiration to guide your own daytrip itinerary. A Daytrip to Frankfurt am Main The previous post on the Salterton Arts Review was a daytrip guide to Bad Homburg […]
A classic spa town with springs to sample and an old town to wander, Bad Homburg vor der Höhe makes an excellent daytrip from Frankfurt or further afield. A Daytrip to Bad Homburg On a recent(ish) trip to Germany – my second for the year after Berlin – I stayed in the suburbs of Bad […]
