Paris, France – The Best Japanese Eat Street

Walking Down the Best Japanese Restaurant Street  in Paris   Craving noodles or a little ramen? Go to Rue Ste-Anne, where you’ll trip over Japanese visitors looking for the same thing. Nearest Metro is Pyramides. Try Higuma, on the strip at 32 bis, rue Ste-Anne, 1st.  

Institut Francais Mediatheque, London, England

French films, CD’s and Books Galore… If you’re in London for a while and miss France, or want to brush up on your French before you head over there, join the Institut Francais Mediatheque, which lets you borrow anything French culture has to offer, from the oldies (Tintin, Piaf) to the newbies. Visit http://www.institut-francais.org.uk.

Ukelele Jam Sessions, London, England

Ukelele Jam Sessions in the Pub Uke madness is sweeping England. They play Nirvana, they play The Beach Boys. Most importantly, they play together and you can join in too, at The Royal George pub (or just listen). Ukelele Wednesdays may not be around forever, but start the search here: http://www.theroyalgeorgewc2.co.uk/ Image: Courtesy The Royal […]

Family Camping Heaven, Henley-On-Thames, England

Family Camping Heaven Swimming pool, play area, baby-change cubicles – check. Hairdriers, laundry and wi-fi, check. There’s also a BBQ hire service and a rather low price – plunging in the off-season. The Swiss Farm Touring and Camping extravaganza can be found at swissfarmcamping.   Image: Courtesy Swiss Farm Touring and Camping

Biba and Barbie Museum, Shropshire, England

The Biba and Barbie Museum At last, a museum for chicks! It’s called The Land of Lost Content. Stella Mitchell has stuffed her museum with 20th century memorabilia with space hoppers, Barbies, and gorgeous Biba fashion from the days when Barbara Hulanicki ruled London. There are nostalgia evenings with olde school food and music on […]

Hats Museum, Cheshire, England

The Ultimate Hats Museum Hats galore! Including crowns! This is every little girl’s ultimate museum and we know quite a few fashionistas who rave about this place too. It’s the Hat Works Museum of hatting in Wellington Mill, Cheshire. Visit hatworks Image: Courtesy of Stockport Council

Nick Drake Memorial, Warwickshire

Nick Drake Memorial If you love Nick Drake then you’ll want to come to the annual recital of his music, in memory of him and his world. Go to Tanworth-in-Arden – his grave is in the local church, and the exact date of each service, each year, can be found online at here.

Cinema under the Stars, Exeter, England

Cinema under the Stars Good old Brit weather permitting, you can watch films on beaches, in car parks and in stately home gardens thanks to the Skylight Cinema. For more visit skylightcinema. Image: Courtesy of Skylight Cinema

Glamping in Tekirova, Turkey

Glamping in Turkey Expect a private beach (one kilometre long) at Sundance and fruit from the garden. Choose from bungalows or treehouses with mosquito nets. Yoga and riding classes too. The nearest airport is Antalya. Chiconomical prices. Visit Sundance Nature Village online at sundancecamp. Image: Courtesy of Sundance Camp

Luxury Camping in Corsica, France

Luxury Camping in France Expect a short walk to a very long (four kilometre) sandy beach and some brilliant local restaurants and cafes at De La Plage. There’s a pizza oven on this glampsite too. A tiny six euros per person, plus around three euros for your tent. Fly to Calvi, and go from there. […]

Beach front Eco Fisherman’s Cottage, Lanzarote, Spain

Take Four Friends…. Take up to four friends to the Eco Fisherman’s Cottage right on the beach at Arrieta. Big beds, great local shops, and some outdoor showers for warm weather. Visit lanzaroteretreats. Image: Courtesy of Lanzarote Retreats

Private Beach Cabin, Elba Island, Italy

Take Four Friends… Take up to four friends to your own private cabin on Elba Island. Organic food and wine. Private beach access. White cliffs. See-through blue water. If you want to do it on a budget you can camp in the grounds. Visit bioelba. Image: Courtesy of BioElba