Although travelling to the beautiful country of Italy is not an option right now, you can still explore some of its most popular destinations thanks to immersive Italy virtual tours.
Three Unmissable Paintings at the Musée d’Orsay
Immerse yourself in culture from the safety of your sofa by reading all about three unmissable paintings on display in Paris’ Musée d’Orsay, and try out a virtual tour of the museum too!
Girl with a Pearl Earring Filming Locations
If you’ve been using your time in lockdown to watch a million films you may have found yourself thinking about the places where your favourites were set. Here, we take a look at the Girl with a Pearl Earring filming locations in Delft, and how you can start to plan your future visit.
3 Things to see in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam
We can’t wait until we can welcome you on board our Amsterdam Mini Cruises again. In the meantime, immerse yourself into our guide to the Rijksmuseum, and enjoy virtual tours which highlight all that this cultural attraction has to offer.
Discover Jan van Eyck in Belgium
The art produced in the Flanders region of Belgium between the 15th and 17th centuries, by Flemish Masters like Jan van Eyck, helped to put this area of the country on the map.
Things to do in Arles
A charming French city located 9 and a half hours from Calais by car, there are plenty of amazing things to do in Arles that make it worth the journey, including discovering its rich history and impressive links to the art world.
Things to do in Dunkirk
Just 10 km from the Belgian border, the French coastal town of Dunkirk is perhaps best known as the site of one of the most miraculous evacuations in military history. But before World War II, Dunkirk was famous for a very different reason – it grew into one of the most prolific fishing towns in France. Today the town is …
Historical Ways to Celebrate Bastille Day in Paris and Beyond
Bastille Day, known in France as “la Fête Nationale”, takes place on 14 July every year. It’s far from a mere bank holiday, and is considered to be the ultimate celebration of French culture and heritage. This special day marks the Storming of the Bastille, a political event that shaped the France we know today. Here, we look at some …
Blistering barnacles! Exploring art in Brussels
Whether the unique city views have you reaching for your own paintbrush, or you simply appreciate the vibrant strokes of a masterful oil painting, Brussels is the perfect getaway for any art lover. Art is a key part of the Brussels aesthetic, from the many murals covering the walls of quaint houses to the avant garde sculptures constantly popping up …
Open Air Art: The Bruges Triennial
The medieval town of Bruges receives over five million visitors a year, but what would happen if those visitors decided to become residents? The 2015 Bruges Triennial of Contemporary Art and Architecture wonders just that in with its latest theme – global urbanisation.