Category: Attractions

New hotel opening in Guildford, Surrey, UK

New hotel opening in Guildford, Surrey, UK

On 29th September 2011 Radisson Edwardian Guildford opens its doors in the centre of the market town of Guildford, 30 minutes from the Capital and within easy reach of Gatwick and Heathrow. The facade of the ancient White Horse coaching inn has been fused with an ultra modern new building, with 183 bedrooms. Interiors of [...]

The secret to exploring North Cyprus

The secret to exploring North Cyprus

North Cyprus is a defacto independent state located in the northern region of Cyprus. The state is officially named the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). The country has a beautiful array of great sites and ancient architecture, perfect for historians and travellers. The area has tempted many conquerors due to its natural beauty, from [...]

The Catacombs of Rome

The Catacombs of Rome

Italy contains a mass of history, architecture and tradition all of which are important contributions in today’s culture. The Christian Catacombs of Rome have important influences on the history of Italy and are fascinating underground cemeteries or burial tunnels that can be visited by holiday makers wishing to include the Catacombs as part of a [...]

Luxury castle holidays in the UK

Luxury castle holidays in the UK

Mentioning to friends that you’ve booked a luxury break almost always invokes images of clean white beaches, clear blue seas and being waited on hand and foot as you sit in a sun lounger sipping a cocktail and letting the world pass you by. While this is seen by many as the peak of indulgence and the pinnacle [...]

Wild adventure and luxury lodging in Jackson Hole, WY

Wild adventure and luxury lodging in Jackson Hole, WY

Jackson Hole, Wyoming is a place of staggering beauty and endless outdoor adventure. World-class downhill and cross country skiing. Snowshoeing. Trail riding. River tubing. Kayaking. Hot air ballooning. Hiking to hidden hot springs, swimming in sunlit alpine lakes. Golf, hunting, parasailing, fly fishing, snowmobiling. And the list goes on. All of it takes place within [...]

3 other jewels of Australia besides the usual suspects

3 other jewels of Australia besides the usual suspects

When people think of holidays to Australia and tourist attractions or they tend to think of the Sydney Opera House, the Sydney Harbour bridge, Ayers rock (Uluru) and the Great Barrier Reef. However there are many more stunning jewels in the land down under which are equally as impressive as the above mentioned landmarks. The [...]

Have a whale of a time on a Cape Town whale watching tour

Have a whale of a time on a Cape Town whale watching tour

For nature-lovers or adventure enthusiasts, trying a Cape Town whale watching tour offers the unforgettable experience of seeing majestic Southern right whales up close and personal. Whale season in the Cape is during the months of August to early November. During this time, many whales come into the bays and coastal areas to breed and [...]

Special feature: Bix Manor, Oxfordshire, England, UK

Special feature: Bix Manor, Oxfordshire, England, UK

Last week we stayed at the beautiful Bix Manor for a family celebration – my 40th birthday to be precise. Situated in the Thames Valley, and just 2 miles from Henley-on-Thames, this 17th Century manor house proved to be the ideal getaway for a large family get-together and can sleep up to 12 people. With [...]

Interview with Helen Howitt, Co-Founder of Sheepskin

Interview with Helen Howitt, Co-Founder of Sheepskin

Helen Howitt is co-founder, with her partner Adam, of Sheepskin, a small collection of unique holiday properties located in inspiring landscapes throughout the UK. Prior to forming Sheepskin, they both worked in international product development. They left corporate life to pursue a love of travel and a passion for discovering beautiful and unusual places. Some [...]

Top 3 places to visit in the Maldives

Top 3 places to visit in the Maldives

The Maldives is an island in the Indian Ocean; it is located to the south of the Lakshadweep islands. The country is a made of a group of 1,192 islands, of which 200 are inhabited. The area is famous for its hot weather, sandy beaches and relaxed atmosphere. Due to its perfect weather many people [...]

Walk with the lions in Mauritius

Walk with the lions in Mauritius

I recently took some of our sales staff to Mauritius for an annual educational visit and our group were captivated by an amazing experience that apparently can only be encountered in three places in the world. Our team of intrepid travel advisors were treated to the thrill of walking with lions at Casela Nature Park. [...]

St Tropez – top 10 ‘to do’ list

St Tropez – top 10 ‘to do’ list

1. Club 55 – the classic place to sip Champagne and enjoy a long lunch. 2. Brigitte Bardot exhibition – visit from 23rd June to 31st October 2011. 3. Nikki Beach – perfect to people watch and lounge in the sun. 4. & 5. Wine tours – visit Chateau Minuty vineyard in the harbour for [...]

Turkey’s forgotten natural sights

Turkey has become a popular tourist destination for Brits over the past few years. The location is only a few hours away by plane and usually offers hot, rain free summers. While many UK tourists have chosen to visit the country because of the Lira, there are many unusual locations on offer for tourists with [...]

Luxury and fried silkworms in Northeast Thailand

Luxury and fried silkworms in Northeast Thailand

Silk-weaving is a well-established, traditional craft in the rural villages of Northeast Thailand (or “Isan” as the locals call it.)  Old ladies with wizened faces sit at their antique wooden looms on a dusty floor, skillfully and painstakingly threading the most intricate of “mudmee” weft patterns into the warp. Indeed, archaeologists found the oldest silk [...]

5 secrets to discovering the colonial charms of Vietnam

5 secrets to discovering the colonial charms of Vietnam

1. Secure a booking in a suite at any of the marvelous Colonial hotels across Vietnam, oozing charm and romance, warmth and comfort. The Park Hyatt in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) offers a sanctuary for work and relaxation, rooms have dark wood floors, and crisp white linen and they have an amazing spa. The [...]

3 of the best North Cyprus attractions

3 of the best North Cyprus attractions

The sun drenched northern area of Cyprus is an often over looked luxury destination. The independent state is located in the eastern Mediterranean and is covered with the relics of ancient civilisations. For a first time visitor it can be hard to choose where to go and so we have whittled down the state’s attractions [...]

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