Category: Attractions

10 of the loveliest experiences to have in Nepal

10 of the loveliest experiences to have in Nepal

By on Jun 20, 2017 in Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Nepal, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Nepal is best known for trekking and a lot of hard physical work! However there also many non-physically exhausting wonderful experiences that Nepal has to offer. Here are my top ten: 1. Dinner at Krishna Dwarikas Kathmandu Dwarika’s Krishna is most likely the best restaurant in Kathmandu and possibly in Nepal. It is the place […]

Sunset view, Los Cabos

On land and sea in Los Cabos

By on Jun 20, 2017 in Attractions, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel

It can be rare to find the kind of escapism that affords you the luxury of genuinely beautiful beachside lounging and truly exhilarating activities. In this respect, Los Cabos has it all. Retreat to this Mexican outpost on the Baja Peninsula, and by all means choose a sunspot and relax – but for the moments […]

Unique family attractions in the Lake District

Unique family attractions in the Lake District

By on Jun 20, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The adventure capital of the UK, the Lake District is a particularly great place for mums and dads to have fun with the kids. The Lakes, in northern England, is a huge all-weather adventure playground where parents get to be kids and kids can, well, be themselves, in the freedom of 2,362 km² of rugged mountains, glacial lakes […]

9 of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world

9 of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world

By on Jun 19, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Attractions, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Iceland, New York, North America, Oceania, Regions, South America, United Kingdom, USA, Venezuela, Western Europe, Worldwide, Zambia, Zimbabwe

There are hundreds of thousands of different waterfalls across the world in many different countries, both in prominent locations, and secret hideaways. All of the waterfalls I am going to describe are spectacular, exhilarating, beautiful, and often a popular tourist attraction in that area. Some waterfalls are better known than others, but whether it’s a […]

5 places to visit in Crete to discover Greek mythology

5 places to visit in Crete to discover Greek mythology

By on Jun 18, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Regions, Western Europe

Greek mythology is a body of famous stories of gods, heroes and mythical beasts. Although there is a considerable element of fiction, the myths they have inspired have continued to influence the art and literature we recognise today. For those with an interest in Greek mythology or simply a love of historical sites a visit […]

6 of Costa Rica’s most 'secret' islands

6 of Costa Rica’s most ‘secret’ islands

By on Jun 17, 2017 in Attractions, Central America, Costa Rica, Going Out, Regions

Costa Rica is most commonly known for its pristine beaches, abundance of wildlife and varied landscapes. Visitors can fly into the cosmopolitan capital of San Jose one day, and be zip lining through a nearby jungle or laying out next to clear blue waters the next. Many of these frequently visited seaside destinations also boast […]

5 Wyoming wildlife experiences

5 Wyoming wildlife experiences

By on Jun 16, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Going Out, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Wyoming

When reminiscing about Wyoming, a few things come to mind; western flare, skiing and, most predominately, wildlife. Thanks to the abundance of National Parks, nature preserves and protected land, Wyoming has a rich diversity of species roaming among the pristine terrain. Experiencing these creatures through tours by knowledgeable experts can be the most enriching thing […]

Wine Experiences Vienna: Loisium Wine World

5 of the most rewarding wine experiences in and around Vienna

By on Jun 16, 2017 in Attractions, Austria, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Unlike orange juice wine connects Austrian travellers with typical places, people and things to enjoy. Knocking back a glass of Grüner Veltliner in a vineyard is only one of them. Learn more about 5 of the most rewarding wine experiences in Austria’s capital Vienna and surroundings. Wine biking in the Danube Valley of Wachau Almost since the Romans left their vines […]

5 of the best art and architecture stops in Bangkok, Thailand

5 of the best art and architecture stops in Bangkok, Thailand

By on Jun 14, 2017 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Regions, Thailand

In recent years, an influx of partygoers and pleasure-seekers to Bangkok has wrongly resulted in the Thai capital being characterised as the ‘Sin City of Asia’; however, beyond Bangkok’s hedonistic nightlife scene is a rich cultural heritage which paves the city streets and sculpts its landscape. Much of the art and architecture of Bangkok is […]

The best 5 beaches in Cambodia

The best 5 beaches in Cambodia

By on Jun 08, 2017 in Asia, Attractions, Cambodia, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

Cambodia has some of the most incredible temples and fascinating history in the whole world. You can happily spend days marvelling at jungle-clad temple Ta-Prohm, or the intricate pink bas-reliefs of Banteay Srei. But if you’d like to swap shrines for the seaside, just for a little bit, Cambodia is also home to a collection […]

7 reasons to visit Barcelona this summer

7 reasons to visit Barcelona this summer

By on Jun 01, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

There’s no question that Barcelona is worth a visit any time of year. With glorious weather, sandy beaches and magnificent architecture, the city is guaranteed to take your breath away no matter when you visit. If we had to pick, however, we would say that summer is when the city truly comes alive. As if […]

The 5 best celebrity trails to explore in Milan

The 5 best celebrity trails to explore in Milan

By on May 31, 2017 in Attractions, Celebrities, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Dynamic, fun, stylish, and multifaceted, Milan has definitely won the people’s choice award for the Best Place to Live! Alessandro Manzoni, Leonardo DaVinci, Einstein, Hemingway, and George Clooney have all decided that Milan is where the heart is. These fabulous people also make Milan a special place to be remembered. In your next trip to […]

Delicious drives in Italy: Milan to Scanzorosciate

Delicious drives in Italy: Milan to Scanzorosciate

By on May 31, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

This is the first of a series of three posts showcasing five secret foodie locations in the Bergamo province – all easy to reach from Milan and Bergamo, provided you have a car! We’ve teamed up with Hertz for the Delicious Drives project and got a shiny new Fiat 500, the ideal car to drive […]

Finding five of the secret covered passages of Paris

Finding five of the secret covered passages of Paris

By on May 30, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe

The covered passages or arcades of Paris were constructed at the end of the 18th century on the then wealthy right bank to allow residents of the area to shop in all weather, take a shortcut or relax in a restaurant or tea salon. What a delight to accidentally encounter one of these mysterious and […]

Delicious drives in Italy: along the SS 470 to Cespedosio

Delicious drives in Italy: along the SS 470 to Cespedosio

By on May 30, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Welcome to the second installment of our Bergamo foodie road trip around the Bergamo province in collaboration with Hertz! So far we’ve driven our shiny Fiat 500 from Milan to the top of Val Brembana, tasting delicious food on the way. We’ve already told you all about Moscato di Scanzo, a unique ‘meditation wine’, and […]

Delicious drives in Italy: Milan to Treviglio via San Pellegrino Terme and Val Brembana

Delicious drives in Italy: Milan to Treviglio via San Pellegrino Terme and Val Brembana

By on May 29, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

If you’ve followed us recently, you’ll know that we’ve partnered up with Hertz who provided the wheels (a compact and stylish Fiat 500) to discover the tastiest foodie secrets around the Bergamo province. We’ve told you all about Moscato di Scanzo, a delicious and very rare ‘meditation wine’, and about our delicious lunch with Piero […]