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8 must-dos in Bhutan

By Matt Holmes on Mar 02, 2020 in Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Bhutan, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Bhutan is one of my favorite destinations. Not only are the pristine landscapes breathtaking, but the rich Buddhist culture and glorious temples are unforgettable. As the government requires that most visitors travel with a guide, Bhutanese guides are incredibly well trained, speak impeccable English, and are enthusiastic about sharing their heritage and country with guests. […]

Photograph of the Week: Yosemite, Sierra Nevada Mountains, California

Photograph of the week: Yosemite National Park, Sierra Nevada, California, USA

By Paul Johnson on Feb 26, 2020 in Attractions, California, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA

Yosemite National Park is many things to many people. For climbers, it is revered as the birthplace of rock climbing as a sport, and home to the holy grail of that sport: the Dawn Wall, El Capitan. For photo enthusiasts, it is well-known as muse to famed black-and-white photographer Ansel Adams. For snow-seekers it is […]

5 museums you might not know in Athens

By Joanna Kalafatis on Feb 22, 2020 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Regions, Western Europe

Every traveler who visits Athens usually has one main goal: to see the Acropolis. Climbing up this Athenian hill to view the majestic Parthenon in person is almost every visitor’s first stop, followed by a trip to the splendid Acropolis Museum. While the sprawling Acropolis Museum shares deep insights into the history and daily life […]

April to September in Provence

By Su Stephens on Feb 20, 2020 in Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe

The mere mention of Provence conjures idyllic images of lavender fields bathed in evocative inspiring light. Whether you imagine the enchanting countryside clasping precarious hillside villages, or consider the cooler climes of medieval caves, Provence will not fail to delight. Here we offer ideas on things to do and places to visit in Provence from […]

What to find in the Plaza Grande of Quito

By Marcel Perkins on Feb 19, 2020 in Attractions, Ecuador, Going Out, Regions, South America

The Plaza Grande or Plaza de la Independencia, is located on Av. Venezuela between Chile and Espejo. It is one of the biggest attractions of the colonial center of Quito. In it some of the architectural jewels are discovered which were fundamental pieces so that it has been declared by the United Nations, as Cultural […]

Photo of the Week: Lotte World Tower, Seoul, Korea

Photograph of the week: Lotte World Tower, Seoul, South Korea

By Paul Johnson on Feb 19, 2020 in Attractions, Going Out, Regions, South Korea

Soaring 123 floors into the Seoul sky, the Lotte World Tower in South Korea may not be the tallest building in the world (it comes in as the world’s fifth tallest for the record), but it can boast three other, possibly even more impressive, ‘world records’. One: it is home to the world’s highest glass-bottomed […]

5 luxury things you must do in Phuket

By Kerrie Potts on Feb 18, 2020 in Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Thailand, Travel Miscellany

Nestled in a group of islands in Thailand, Phuket is a must-see location that is full of natural beauty, and it is famous for the white sandy beaches. In fact, there are over 30 beaches on this one island, and these range from popular and bustling to more secluded and hidden for those prepared to […]

The lost village of Masca in Tenerife

By Gail Hewitt on Feb 17, 2020 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

Looking for somewhere different to visit whilst you’re on your holiday in Tenerife? We suggest the lost village of Masca- remote and picturesque. Located in some stunning scenery in the western part of Tenerife, just north of the resort of Los Gigantes and Puerto de Santiago. You’ll find Masca perched above a deep gorge surrounded […]

Luxury travel news this week

By Paul Johnson on Feb 16, 2020 in Africa, Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Egypt, Europe, Going Out, Health & Safety, Maldives, Middle East, Oman, Regions, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, Western Europe

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]

5 ways to make your family trip to Dubai enjoyable for parents and children

By Sarah Roberts on Feb 14, 2020 in Attractions, Family Travel, Featured, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates

Before we had children, we had our holidays. Sometimes city breaks, sometimes lazy weeks by the sea together, always relaxing and luxurious: it was our quality time to unwind, explore and enjoy some downtime. Fast forward to 2020 and here we are, a happy family with very different needs when it comes to holidays. As […]

7 amazing towns and cities to visit in New Zealand

By Veronika Vermeulen on Feb 14, 2020 in Attractions, Going Out, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions

Cities tend to have a vibe about them, a sense that something might be happening just around the corner. Cities hold an energy that is infectious; and oh boy, is that true of New Zealand cities. A passion for art, street wall murals, live music, comedy, food markets, coffee, restaurants and bars make New Zealand […]

Jewish synagogues in Egypt: renovated places of worship that tell a lot about Egypt’s history

By Sherif Khalil on Feb 12, 2020 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions

Egypt is a nation known for its rich history, unique treasures, secrets, and discoveries; it’s not just about the pharaohs, but also related to the Islamic, Coptic, Roman, Turkish, and Jewish heritage. All together are much more than a window into its rich history. Also, their remaining hundreds of thousands of buildings, monuments, books, fragments, […]

23 things to do in Myanmar

By James Jayasundera on Feb 12, 2020 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Myanmar, Regions

Myanmar is a cultural gold mine: the plains Bagan which are strewn with thousands of temple ruins; Mandalay and Yangon are heaving with colonial buildings and glittering stupas; Inle Lake is a place of heart-stopping beauty; the golden sands of Ngapali provide a quirky Myanmar beach holiday; the remote islands of the Mergui Archipelago are little-known gems to escape to. Rudyard Kipling wrote that Myanmar […]

Top 5 historic sites to visit in Northern Peru

By Matt Gannan on Feb 11, 2020 in Attractions, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America

Almost every trip to Peru is focussed on the world renowned archaeological phenomenon that lies in its southern region. And with good reason. The ruins of Machu Picchu inspire a sense of wonder and intrigue in all who step foot on its ancient soil, as images of a mysterious civilisation suddenly become more vivid than […]

Luxury travel news this week: Coronavirus special

By Paul Johnson on Feb 09, 2020 in Asia, Attractions, China, Featured, Going Out, Health & Safety, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates