Christchurch is a new seasonal port of Cathay Pacific so we’re all excited to visit the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand. From the comments of the crew who have pioneered the operation of this new route, the city is boring and dreadful, with nothing much to see. I go on a … Continue reading Christchurch: After the Quake
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How to Enjoy Rüdesheim am Rhein in One Day
Last time in Mainz, I headed south to the college town of Heidelberg (you can read here), home to a breath-taking Renaissance castle north of the Alps. And, this time, I make a journey to the west, visiting one of the most beautiful wine regions in Germany, Rüdesheim am Rhein. To kick-start the day, I … Continue reading How to Enjoy Rüdesheim am Rhein in One Day