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Combining luxury and adventure with 5 South American tours

By Alfonso Tandazo on Nov 16, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Argentina, Attractions, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

Upmarket travelers are combining of epic adventure activities with unrivaled comfort. By now it’s become clear that luxury travelers are no longer satisfied with routine sightseeing, perhaps returning to their hotel for a massage. More and more it’s about “experiential travel”. Upscale vacationers seek to participate in unforgettable activities, getting out and about for a […]

Top tips for travel in Andalusia’s “Axarquia”

By Alan Hazel on Nov 16, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Few people outside of the little region of La Axarquia itself know the mountainous, coastal territory in Malaga’s easternmost corner by name. At the far end of the Costa del Sol, La Axarquia is in many ways the antithesis of what the “costa” has come to be associated with, having preserved its natural beauty and […]

Imagine… 326 days of sunshine a year

By Paul Johnson on Nov 15, 2018 in Accommodation, Attractions, Cyprus, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals

On the outskirts of Protaras in southern Cyprus, close to Konnos Bay and set back from the fairly busy Kavo Greko Road that runs between Ayia Napa and Protaras, lies Chloe Villa available through Imagine Villa Rentals (their reference CV614). It might not seem like much at first – it’s shielded from the road by […]

How Thessaloniki will steal your heart

By George Koletsos on Nov 15, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Greece, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Thessaloniki is a city unlike no other, with welcoming, hospitable residents and a unique charm, as it is a crossroad of civilizations where cultures and religions are blended in the most harmonious manner. It is the second largest city in Greece and known as “The Bride of the North”, embracing its long history and bringing an […]

Top 5 places to visit in the Barossa Valley

By Emma Welling on Nov 14, 2018 in Attractions, Australia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany

Located just one hour north of Adelaide, South Australia’s Barossa Valley is heaven for those who have a passion for food, wine and luxury travel. Famous for producing some of the world’s best Shiraz Barossa is also home to the finest quality produce you can imagine. A warm welcome, beautiful scenery, world class arts culture […]

7 adventures to go on in Puglia

By Jo Mackay on Nov 13, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Puglia is such a wonderful region of Italy; far enough off the beaten track for it to feel like a real Italian adventure, but yet established enough for it to cater wonderfully for the tourists who do make it there. Located in the south of Italy, you’ll find beautiful weather for most of the year […]

Discover the most sacred place in Japan

By David Moore on Nov 13, 2018 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Japan, Regions

The last of the 15 countries we visited in our 10 month adventure was Japan and specifically the village of Koyasan on Mount Koya, the most sacred place in Japan. It is also remote, so after four hours of travel by subway, local trains, the wonderful bullet train, the Nankai Electric Railway, a bus and […]

9 things to know about Havana’s culture right now

By Jonny Considine on Nov 12, 2018 in Attractions, Caribbean, Cuba, Events, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany

Here in Cuba our man about town David Espinosa gives you his pick of the most anticipated and exclusive events in the coming months and, yes…it’s busy! And its not even the festive season yet… take a look… The BBC has made it to the island The BBC and a group of talented Cubans have put […]

The hidden Tokyo

By Paul Johnson on Nov 06, 2018 in Asia, Attractions, Bars, Featured, Going Out, Japan, Regions

Any visit to Tokyo is a feast for the senses. There is just so much to take in – both old and new – whether you are in the city for the first time, a regular visitor or even a resident. Such is the beauty and charm of Japan’s capital that, however well you think […]

Where to listen to jazz in Barcelona

By Sandra Roig on Nov 06, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Spain, Western Europe

There is no doubt that Barcelona is one of Europe’s best cosmopolitan cities in terms of providing an endless plethora of evening entertainment, and the city’s live music scene is something it can most definitely boast about. In particular, Jazz music. Jazz music in Spain dates back to the 1920s when the country first became […]

What happens when the airline you’re flying goes bankrupt mid-flight?

By Paul Johnson on Oct 31, 2018 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Attractions, Cyprus, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel

We recently flew economy with Cobalt Aero from Manchester (UK) to Larnaca (Cyprus). Cobalt had routes connecting Cyprus with numerous European destinations including London and Manchester in the UK, as well as Dublin, Copenhagen, Paris, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Zurich, Geneva, Madrid and Moscow. They also covered Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Chania and Heraklion in Greece, and in […]

Mauritius: 10 sights of the Colourful South

By Michael Edwards on Oct 26, 2018 in Africa, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Mauritius, Regions, Travel Miscellany

As an idyllic dot of paradise in the warm Indian Ocean, Mauritius has much more to offer than just white-sand beaches leading into the azure seas of a warm lagoon and catamaran cruises out beyond the coral reefs in search of dolphins and whales. Although Mauritius only has a brief history of human occupation it […]

A Jewish heritage tour of Andalusia

By Alan Hazel on Oct 23, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

As a bridge between Europe and Africa, Andalusia has a rich and diverse history, though the cultures and religions of Judaism, Christianity and Islam have undeniably left the most important and lasting marks. They coexisted in relative harmony, and even supported one another in various ways for centuries; however, following the gradual and brutal Christian […]

Le Marche: top 10 reasons to visit Italy’s hidden gem

By Jo Mackay on Oct 22, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Le Marche is actually one of the smallest regions in Italy and, arguably, one of the least well known. However, there is no doubting that it really is the hidden gem of this beautiful country with a size that is deceptive given the incredible wealth of sights to see and attractions to visit. No matter […]

10 things to see and do during the Winter in Provence!

By Su Stephens on Oct 21, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

The south of France can be a truly wonderful destination to enjoy during the winter. Although Provence is more typically associated with the summer months, those in the know make a point of ensuring they take a trip or two during the Autumn and Winter. With the crowds largely gone, you’ll be able to enjoy […]

5 reasons to visit Quito

By Marcel Perkins on Oct 19, 2018 in Attractions, Ecuador, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany

Nowadays there is an increasing number of travelers who want to experience different faraway destinations. From baby boomers to millennials, people are in search of experiences of a lifetime. The most challenging decision is choosing the right destination for fulfilling your own needs and expectations when there are countless options – all who offer different […]

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