Author Archive for Kerry Golds
5 mouth-watering destinations for foodies
By Kerry Golds on Jun 27, 2021 in Armenia, Asia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Italy, Japan, Regions, Slovenia, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam, Western Europe
Just as a picture can paint a thousand words, a plate of food can showcase a thousand years of history. It can tell the tale of intermingling cultures, the forging of pioneering trade routes, the discovery of new techniques and ingredients… all while delighting and dazzling the palate. If the way to your heart is 
5 hidden gems for an in-depth European getaway
By Kerry Golds on May 14, 2021 in Europe, Greece, Italy, Malta, Portugal, Regions, Spain, Western Europe
To truly get to know a place, you need to spend quality time with it, getting away from the crowds and immersing yourself in the local surroundings. It’s often when we venture beyond a destination’s ‘greatest hits’ to discover our own hidden gems, that we make our most treasured memories. Here we explore five exclusive 
Ancient history: 5 archaeological hot spots to visit around the world
By Kerry Golds on Apr 17, 2021 in Asia, Europe, Greece, India, Israel, Middle East, Peru, Regions, South America, Sri Lanka, Western Europe
It is said that ‘the story of our present is told within the treasures of our past’ – and what a tale the following destinations have to tell. Each one is brimming with archaeological wonders that, with the aid of inspiring guides, will allow you to gain insight into lives and cultures as they were 
6 wild destinations to counter cabin fever
By Kerry Golds on Mar 16, 2021 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Armenia, Asia, Chile, Europe, Georgia, Madagascar, Morocco, Portugal, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Taiwan, Western Europe
What better antidote for being cooped up inside – or indeed the drudgery, din and dusty air of the city – than the great outdoors? Nature affords us the perfect contrast to crowded urban living. In small doses, such as a few stolen moments in a back garden brimming with flowers, it’s a blessed (if 
5 amazing rail journeys around the world
By Kerry Golds on Feb 16, 2021 in Asia, Australia, Canada, India, Japan, North America, Oceania, Peru, Rail Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel
A journey by rail is one of the most romantic ways to travel. And, as passionate Bradshaw’s devotee Michael Portillo will attest, it’s also a fantastic way to discover remote landscapes, communities and cultures across the globe. In the early days of the luxurious Orient Express, just a handful of train rides could claim to 
5 colourful destinations to brighten your day
By Kerry Golds on Jan 18, 2021 in Africa, Asia, Central America, Costa Rica, Egypt, India, Japan, Jordan, Middle East, Regions
These five corners of the planet captivate with their beautiful hues, from cherry-blossom pink to jungle green. When you picture your perfect holiday destination, which colours spring to mind? Do you imagine emerald forests, azure oceans, golden sands? Colour can have such a profound impact on the character of a place and its attraction to 
