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Top 5 courses for a luxury ladies’ golf trip in Scotland

By Ravi Coutinho on Mar 18, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Although it has a reputation for being a man’s sport, golf has also been a great sport for women. Ladies have been playing golf since it was popularized 500 years ago. In fact, Mary Queen of Scots is considered the mother of golf, and played often to release the stress of trying to claim her […]

Discover Lake Titicaca

By David Moore on Mar 17, 2019 in Attractions, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America

Lake Titicaca was a ‘must-see’ destination on our world tour of 15 countries in 10 months. But we found there is only one way to travel from beautiful Colca Canyon to Lake Titicaca; that’s the roller-coaster road over the volcanic mountains up to 4,910 metres and down into Puna, the elegant city on the banks […]

10 reasons you need to visit Colombia now

By Tisha Neufville on Mar 16, 2019 in Attractions, Colombia, Going Out, Regions, South America

One of the most surprising things I learned recently is how diverse the landscapes and experiences are in Colombia. You can have urban experiences, spend time with indigenous and Afro-Colombian cultures, see wildlife, enjoy beaches on quiet islands, have river adventures, relax in hot springs, see a volcano, spend time in the mountains, see canyons, […]

All that glitters is gold: some of the world’s most spectacular gold landmarks

By Thomas Ryves on Mar 15, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Australia, Colombia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Myanmar, Oceania, Regions, Russia, South America, Thailand, United Arab Emirates

Visit some of the world’s most impressive gold-themed attractions, from temples and museums that preside over the skylines of iconic cities to a lavish hotel made of gold which takes luxury to whole new heights, and a famous stretch of golden coastline which is a magnet for the A-list. After you’ve had your gold fix, […]

Top 6 beaches in Mallorca

By Dan Frith on Mar 14, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Millions of people visit Mallorca to spend time on the fantastic beaches that dot Mallorca’s amazing coastline. There are 262 beaches on Mallorca with a total length of 50 km. That’s a lot of beach! From secluded beaches, to wide sandy stretches or rocky bays, the choice is vast. Mallorca’s wonderful beaches have been yet […]

Ethical elephant tourism in Cambodia

By Paul Eyers on Mar 12, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Cambodia, Going Out, Hotels, Regions

As tourist numbers grow in Cambodia the number of elephant ‘sanctuaries’ is also on the increase. Understandably, people want to experience these majestic creatures in their natural habitat but as their numbers reduce this is becoming more and more difficult. The death of an elephant that was being used to offer tourists the ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ opportunity […]

Top 10 places to visit in Gran Canaria

By Paul Johnson on Mar 03, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

As you may have seen, I recently visited the Spanish island of Gran Canaria (read about my trip with Hyundai UK here, here and here). Situated in the Atlantic Ocean off the north-west coast of Africa, this tourist island is the third largest of the Canary Islands after Tenerife and Lanzarote, but the second most […]

UNESCO sites in Cordoba

By Rachel Webb on Feb 28, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

Within 1.5 hours of home I can be in the centre of Cordoba and I often am. I’m lucky, I know. Cordoba is Andalusia’s most northern province. Vast swathes of sierras and pasture land used for the grazing of black pigs for Spain’s famous jamon meet the more northerly regions of Extremadura and Castilla-La Mancha. […]

7 reasons to visit Lake Charles in Louisiana

By Neil Wolkodoff on Feb 27, 2019 in Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Louisiana, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Lake Charles, Louisiana sits on the confluence of the Gulf of Mexico, the lake of the same name, culture, unique cuisine, and attractions. This is Cajun country, full of historical French-inspired influence that extends from lodging to attractions to cuisine. The area is known for incredible fishing and hunting, yet the other aspects of Lake […]

Special feature: Teal House, Lemmington Cottages, Near Alnwick, Northumberland, UK

By Paul Johnson on Feb 26, 2019 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

A pheasant scurries across the road as we turn into the drive towards Teal House, our home for a week’s holiday in the north-east of England. We are about five miles to the west of Alnwick, widely regarded as one of the top pheasant shooting locations in the UK, and the many pheasants we see […]

Luxury yacht charter: a culinary adventure in Croatia

By Missy Johnston on Feb 25, 2019 in Attractions, Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Or… of wine, oysters, truffles, Dalmatian peka bell cookery, and even song. A luxury yacht charter along the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia is a combination of this and so much more, including Klapa singing, all of which is the real Croatian experience when cruising through these beautiful blue green waters. It is along the coast […]

5 beaches in Koh Samui you need to visit

By Kerrie Potts on Feb 24, 2019 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Thailand

Koi Samui in the south of Thailand is a dream destination for many holidaymakers. This bucket list island enjoys average temperatures of 30 degrees and boars a massive 40 beaches. So when you are not seeing the sights and fancy lazing in the sand, you have a fantastic choice. Here are five of the best […]

5 reasons Basel should be on your radar

By Tisha Neufville on Feb 20, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

When travelers think of Switzerland, the gorgeous scenery and skiing are often top of mind. But what else is there to do? Consider Basel! Here are five reasons you should visit Basel during your next visit to Western Europe. The museums… obviously! Basel has a whopping number of museums (almost 40!) in this small, beautiful […]

Easter escapes in Africa

By Laura Burdett-Munns on Feb 17, 2019 in Africa, Attractions, Botswana, Going Out, Namibia, Regions, South Africa, Zimbabwe

In the dark, dreary months of February, nothing beats anticipating warmer days and having an adventure to look forward to. The Easter holidays beckon, and with them all manner of opportunities for exploring Africa with your family. The rains will be falling in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, so if it’s a safari you are looking […]

Taking a helicopter ride over Gran Canaria

By Paul Johnson on Feb 14, 2019 in Air Travel, Attractions, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

As you will know from my earlier ‘Climbing a via ferrata in Gran Canaria‘ post, I’ve just come back from an adventurous few days in Gran Canaria where we’ve also had the opportunity to drive the rather sleek and stylish Hyundai i30 Fastback N. The previous post showed the vehicle in Engine Red, but here it […]

In celebration of romance: beautiful pink places around the world

By Thomas Ryves on Feb 14, 2019 in Asia, Attractions, Australia, Europe, Going Out, Honeymoons, India, Italy, Japan, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

In celebration of Valentine’s Day and the month of romance, we highlight our favourite pink places and natural phenomena around the world, from taking in the sunsets over the iconic romantic city of Venice to witnessing the glorious cherry blossom season in Japan – and we recommend the most luxurious, romantic and special hotels to […]

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