On the Luce is an award-winning travel site for people who are looking for stylish, affordable and sustainable travel experiences around the world.
I’m Lucy, and I’ve been travelling the world for over 25 years and sharing stories, tips and photos from my trips at On the Luce for the last 12 years. From weekend breaks in the UK to European rail trips and long-haul adventures, my guides, itineraries and advice will help you make the most of your travel adventures, large and small.
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- Visiting the Promenade Plantée, Paris: The original High Line park
Discover the Promenade Plantée in Paris (also known as the Coulée Verte René-Dumont) – the world’s first elevated urban park, which runs along a former … - 10 great villas in Mallorca – where you don’t need a car
Renting a villa in Mallorca doesn’t mean you have to hire a car – these 10 Mallorca villas are all accessible by public transport, whether … - Seals and sunsets: The best things to do in Alonissos, Greece
Discover the best things to do in Alonissos, the quietest and most remote of Greece’s Sporades islands, with lush forested hills, beaches and clear seas …
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- Visiting Tallinn in winter: The magic of Tallinn in the snow
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