Santorini is a volcanic desert, baked by summer sun, swept by dry winds, without a drop of water, still blossoms: with sand lilies, makers and musicians.

At Olde Hansa, guild master Meia Veralis protects the whole medieval experience, from candlelit rooms and hand-painted plates to historically accurate shoes most guests will never see.

Most visitors arrive in Japan wanting to get it right, out of respect for a culture they've admired from a distance. I asked Junko what she'd want them to understand before visiting.

On my first night, my ears were drawn to a haunting sound coming from the most difficult-looking instrument I had ever seen. I moved closer to the musician to watch him. He was using his fingers, his arms, his wrists, his whole body.

From ancient olive groves in Montenegro to a remarkable Womens’ association in Bosnia and Herzegovina — founder Lynn Peck explores the people, traditions and flavours of the Balkan region.

"People coming to Antigua and Barbuda need to understand it's not just about the beaches.We have a vibrant art scene and culture here."

In a kitchen in Barbaresco, Caterina's hands guide yours through pasta dough her family has made for generations. Four hours later, you sit down to eat the lunch you made yourself.

I wonder if there will be a day when 21st century images— Star Wars, spaceships, Disney characters— will one day make an appearance on fine porcelain ceramics