Author Archive for Laura Dubois

Bucket-list dolphin spotting across the Great British Isles

Bucket-list dolphin spotting across the Great British Isles

By on Mar 10, 2021 in Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Whilst swimming with dolphins usually conjures visions of Caribbean waters, opulent, far-flung resorts and price tags to match, those opting to staycation this year may be pleasantly surprised to know that there is a wealth of magical wildlife that inhabits the Great British coastlines, year-round. From the wild shores of the Scottish islands to the […]

How to spend 48 inspiring hours in the Yorkshire Dales’ Swale Valley

How to spend 48 inspiring hours in the Yorkshire Dales’ Swale Valley

By on Feb 16, 2021 in Europe, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Whilst some may overlook the ‘mini-break’ as lacking the appeal of a traditional week-long stay, sometimes nothing feels more indulgent than spontaneously packing your bags and heading off for a ‘long-weekend’ somewhere wonderful. With the staycation trend set to mould travel plans across Great Britain throughout 2021, why not take advantage of the beauty ‘on […]

Go wild in the Western Isles archipelago

Go wild in the Western Isles archipelago

By on Jan 27, 2021 in Adventure Travel, Europe, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

As we move towards the distant beacon of travel freedom, the promise of unlimited exploration across the globe and safe passage for those who do, our minds naturally turn to distant shores with powder-soft beaches, azure waters and indulgent stays. But, whilst the tropical island clusters of the Caribbean and the Maldives have their allure, […]

5 ways to add a little luxury to your holiday on home turf

5 ways to add a little luxury to your holiday on home turf

By on Dec 20, 2020 in Accommodation, Food and Drink, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals

With the ‘staycation’ trend set to continue well into the New Year, those in desperate need of a little indulgence may at first glance feel that the ‘finer touches’ are sparsely found in self-catering holidays on British soil. Whilst the ‘Great British holiday’ was once synonymous with seaside capers and fairly-average accommodation, the past decade […]