I've been visiting Cannes for over two decades and until recently, there was little in the way of specialty coffee in the French Riviera city — unless you count the pourovers I brewed at my parents' place! Over the past few years, that's started to change and in this guide, I'm rounding up some of my favourite specialty coffee shops in Cannes.
Antibes is a city of contrasts, where luxury yachts moor alongside the centuries-old ramparts of the historic Old Town. Smaller than Nice and less showy than Cannes, Antibes makes a great day trip from both. Here's my guide to making the most of that day, with lots of ideas for things to do and places to eat, drink and shop.
Soon after I got back from Belize, it was time to visit some specialty coffee spots closer to home again. And I have the couple I met while snorkelling in Belize to thank for putting Taith Coffee on my radar. They clearly have great taste because Taith really puts the 'special' in specialty coffee, from the welcoming staff and well-stocked bookshelves to the impeccably brewed coffee.
After an action-packed stay in Guatemala, I was ready for sun, sea and serenity. Caye Caulker, the Belizean island whose motto is 'Go Slow', offered that in spades. I spent three days relaxing by the turquoise Caribbean Sea, snorkelling and flying over the Belize Barrier Reef and eating lobster at least once a day. It was idyllic!
If dramatic volcanic landscapes, idyllic lakeside villages, Mayan culture and colourful architecture are your thing, Guatemala might be the ideal destination for your next trip. In this guide, I'm sharing my tips for planning the perfect Guatemala itinerary and making the most of your stay.
