Volcanic islands all over the world form some the best holiday destinations you can find. And one of the closest of these to the UK is the island of Lanzarote, which is part of the European Union. As the most easterly of the seven islands that make up the Canaries, Lanzarote is also the island that has seen the most recent volcanic activity. Back in the 1730’s, the world’s longest recorded eruptions began and went on for six years. This… (more…)
Savvy shoppers know that the unbeatable combination of French style, open air markets and cheap flights to Paris make for memorable shopping excursions. If you haven’t explored this side of the City of Light, there’s no time like the present. Le Marches aux Puces de Saint-Ouen Founded in 1885, this is the world’s largest flea market, with 3,000 stalls of furniture, clothing, jewelry, décor and housewares. Merchandise runs the gamut from genuine antiques to funky vintage to plain old junk,… (more…)