Author Archive for Camilla Symington

Luxury skiing in Switzerland - 5 reasons to visit (and invest in!) Saas Fee

Luxury skiing in Switzerland – 5 reasons to visit (and invest in!) Saas Fee

By on Feb 19, 2020 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Switzerland, Western Europe

If you have a serious passion for skiing, you may decide the odd holiday is not enough to quell your adrenaline urge.  Investing in any property is a huge emotional and often financial upheaval, however the returns can be tempting and if you’re happy to let your property it can in some cases even pay […]

Oman - the Middle East... but not as you know it!

Oman – the Middle East… but not as you know it!

By on Jan 16, 2020 in Health & Safety, Middle East, Oman, Regions, Travel Miscellany

A visit to the Middle East may not appeal to everyone in the current political climate of the region.  However, The Sultanate of Oman is a peaceful and beautiful country which has much to offer to family travellers, couples and individuals alike.  I have highlighted below a few reasons to visit Oman (in particular the […]

Driving to the Alps - how to make it fun, hassle free and with a little bit of luxury!

Driving to the Alps – how to make it fun, hassle free and with a little bit of luxury!

By on Dec 10, 2019 in Accommodation, Europe, France, Hotels, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Whilst the thought of getting in a car for a 1,500 mile round trip may not be on the top of everyone’s bucket list it can be a fun and surprisingly low stress way to get to the Alps for a winter ski break.  It would not be recommended for a long weekend; however if […]

Beautiful Brazil - adventures not to miss!

Beautiful Brazil – adventures not to miss!

By on Nov 25, 2019 in Accommodation, Brazil, Hotels, Regions, South America

Brazil is one of the most diverse and fascinating countries in the world offering everything from the world famous Carnival, to tropical beaches to Amazonian adventures.  There are too many things to mention in one post so we’ve highlighted a few favourites below which are not to be missed! Buzios Escape the hustle and bustle […]

Winter sun in South Africa - highlights for a brilliant family week away

Winter sun in South Africa – highlights for a brilliant family week away

By on Oct 28, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Attractions, Family Travel, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel

South Africa is a wonderful country to visit at any time of year but it is particularly appealing during the cold winter months in the UK.  There are many reasons to visit including no jet lag, easy overnight flight options and relatively good value for money even in peak weeks (particularly appealing to those bound […]

5 reasons to choose Skiathos for your next Greek adventure

5 reasons to choose Skiathos for your next Greek adventure

By on Aug 14, 2019 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Greece, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

With over 200 islands to choose from, planning a holiday in Greece can seem like a daunting task – each island offers something different and certainly exploring several within one trip is a good way of experiencing this variety. But if you’re short on time, Skiathos offers a compelling range of activities to suit a […]