Velvet Escape

Choosing a seat on a plane can feel like a surprisingly important decision. After all, you could be sitting there for twelve hours or more, so getting it right can make a big difference to your comfort. I’m quite particular about where I sit. Over the years, I’ve had my fair share of aisle and window seats, and I’ve come to appreciate the pros and cons of both. My preference ...

Rostock is a city of two distinct yet inseparable halves. Situated on the banks of the River Warnow, near the Baltic coast of northern Germany, its historic centre is home to imposing medieval churches, colourful merchants’ houses and monumental gateways that recall its prosperous Hanseatic past. A short train ride away, the river meets the Baltic ...