Category: Attractions

Wild swimming in the Lake District

Wild swimming in the Lake District

By on May 18, 2022 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
In just a few weeks’ time, thousands of swimmers will be heading to the Lake District to take part in the Great North Swim.
Meet Canada's most iconic animals - the Big Five

Meet Canada's most iconic animals - the Big Five

By on May 11, 2022 in Attractions, Canada, Going Out, North America, Regions
In terms of wildlife, what springs to mind when hearing about "the Big Five"? Most likely large African animals. However, Africa is not the only place where big wild animals live.
Tomorrowland to open magical desert destination Terra Solis in Dubai

Tomorrowland to open magical desert destination Terra Solis in Dubai

By on May 09, 2022 in Attractions, Events, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates
Tomorrowland, one of the most iconic music festivals in the world, is set to open Terra Solis, a brand-new unique desert destination in Dubai.
7 reasons to visit Porto, Portugal

7 reasons to visit Porto, Portugal

By on Apr 27, 2022 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Portugal, Regions, Restaurants, Western Europe
North of Lisbon and south of the Spanish border, Porto is Portugal’s second city in the green north.
10 things to do on a short vacation in Plitvice Lakes National Park

10 things to do on a short vacation in Plitvice Lakes National Park

By on Apr 23, 2022 in Attractions, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel
Plitvice Lakes is the oldest, largest and most visited national park in Croatia, with so much to see and do.
Egypt's newly-discovered ancient tombs in Saqqara

Egypt's newly-discovered ancient tombs in Saqqara

By on Apr 05, 2022 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions
For 5,000 years, Saqqara, the magnificent necropolis and pyramid field of Memphis, Egypt's ancient capital, has been an important historical site.
Where to stay for every match of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - the definitive guide

Where to stay for every match of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - the definitive guide

By on Apr 02, 2022 in Attractions, Events, Going Out, Middle East, Qatar, Regions, Travel Miscellany
This year's FIFA World Cup in Qatar will run from Monday, 21 November until Sunday, 18 December and, with the Final Draw now made, maybe you are thinking of attending some of the games...
Short stay: The Bristol Hotel, Bristol, UK

Short stay: The Bristol Hotel, Bristol, UK

By on Mar 30, 2022 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe
In prime position on the waterfront, The Bristol Hotel makes a bold eponymous claim to be the place to stay in Bristol. First opening in the 1960s, the Royal Institute of British architects now recognise the hotel as a prime example of the Modern Architecture movement.
Celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in Jersey

Celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in Jersey

By on Mar 29, 2022 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Jersey is the crown jewel in the English Channel and the sunniest spot in the British Isles, so where better to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee this June bank holiday weekend? June in Jersey is all about feeling the sand between your toes and embracing Jersey's curiously Brit…(ish) culture.
Top 13 design wineries in Tuscany: A fusion of art and taste

Top 13 design wineries in Tuscany: A fusion of art and taste

By on Mar 22, 2022 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
In Tuscany, the wine route is also an architectural trail thanks to the contribution of starchitects who have signed countless projects since the 90s, creating a real phenomenon. Stunning buildings, perfectly integrated with the surrounding landscape, designed and built with state-of-the-art technologies. These are real wine temples that have opened their doors to visits and
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Now is the time to visit the first country in Southeast Asia with zero COVID restrictions for vaccinated travellers!

By on Mar 19, 2022 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Cambodia, Going Out, Health & Safety, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
First, I hear you ask, which is the first country in Southeast Asia to remove all COVID restrictions? The answer is Cambodia, who on 17th March 2022 moved ahead of their neighbours and other Southeast Asian countries to make travel simple again. No pre-travel COVID test. No arrival COVID test. No quarantine. No COVID specific
Treasures of Saqqara

Treasures of Saqqara

By on Mar 06, 2022 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions
Saqqara, located 40 kilometers southwest of Cairo, is one of the most important cemeteries of Memphis, which was one of the most important towns in ancient Egyptian history. The name of the location is most likely derived from Sokar, the god of this necropolis. Saqqara is a true open-air museum, displaying the entirety of ancient
9 local gems along the east coast of Australia

9 local gems along the east coast of Australia

By on Mar 04, 2022 in Attractions, Australia, Going Out, Oceania, Regions
The East Coast of Australia stretches over 4000 kilometres. If you drive from Cairns in Tropical North Queensland to Melbourne in Victoria, it would take approximately 30 hours. This stunning stretch of coastline is filled with astonishing places, many of which you may have already heard of. From the glamour of Australia’s largest city, Sydney,
San Diego: 7 destinations in 1

San Diego: 7 destinations in 1

By on Feb 27, 2022 in Attractions, California, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA
With vacations, it always seems to be about trade-offs and choices. The beach or the mountains? What about the desert instead? Small town feel or big city vibes? Family friendly or action-packed nightlife? Arts and culture offerings or outdoor activities? When it comes to San Diego, travelers don’t have to choose. It’s all right here.
The 9 most charming spots to visit in Umbria, Italy

The 9 most charming spots to visit in Umbria, Italy

By on Feb 25, 2022 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Western Europe
Umbria isn’t much like the rest of the country. “Green Heart of Italy”, “Land of Saint Francis” are just some of the names often defining the enchanting region of Umbria. Umbria is the only region of central Italy that does not touch the sea, featuring landscapes very similar to those of Tuscany, but with more
The world's most instagrammable UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The world's most instagrammable UNESCO World Heritage Sites

By on Feb 25, 2022 in Attractions, Brazil, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, South America, Western Europe
The Historic Centre of Rome is the most Instagrammable UNESCO World Heritage Site, a new study has found. The study, conducted by creative resources expert Design Bundles, selected the 145 most popular World Heritage Sites, and analysed how many times each place has been tagged in Instagram posts. Rome, whose World Heritage Site also includes