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Christmas and New Year in Barcelona

By Sandra Roig on Dec 05, 2017 in Attractions, Clubs, Europe, Events, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

If you’re thinking about spending the Christmas season in the European gem that is Barcelona, then think no further, as the city turns into a winter wonderland for both its visitors and locals. Although snow tends to be off the agenda in Barcelona, the weather does indeed get colder and the ambience of the city […]

Staying relaxed… with a staycation

By Paul Johnson on Dec 05, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

We’re all familiar with the travel giant Expedia and how it serves as a one-stop shop for booking flights, hotels, car hire and package holidays. It’s led the way in online travel since before the millennium, having originally formed in 1999. But did you know that Expedia also has a dedicated staycation section on its […]

10 reasons to choose Puglia for your next holiday in Italy

By Jo Mackay on Dec 04, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

2017 was a record season for Italy in terms of tourist numbers. According to figures released by Federalberghi and the Cultural Ministry in Italy, over 48 million people spent a night in an Italian hotel this Summer whilst a further 3 million spent the night in AirBnB accommodation, an increase of over 20% year on […]

5 ways to honeymoon in luxury on Martha’s Vineyard

By Courtney Myers on Nov 30, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Honeymoons, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Want to start your new union off on the right foot? You could book a hotel in a busy city with a soundtrack of street noise. Or, you could opt for a luxurious, private stay in the glamorous and still gloriously secluded island of Martha’s Vineyard. Long a playground for royalty and celebrities alike, the […]

Vienna Winter Sports: skiing close to Vienna

The best Winter sport places in and around Vienna

By Barbara Grüll-Cação on Nov 28, 2017 in Attractions, Austria, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Vienna may not be the obvious winter sports destination. For a break from sightseeing, however, a few excellent places in and around Austria’s capital invite for ice skating, ice curling, tobogganing, cross country skiing and even Alpine skiing. Ice skating Since Vienna hosts several excellent ice skating places this is the easiest winter sport to […]

9 great things to do in Cooperstown – a weekend getaway from NYC

By Viktoria Altman on Nov 26, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, New York, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

Conveniently located only 3 ½ hours north of NYC, Cooperstown is the quintessential weekend getaway for the stressed New Yorker. The decidedly slower pace, natural beauty, quaint restaurants and hotels, partnered with the small-town atmosphere make this the perfect spot to take in a true slice of Americana, and to give yourself a break. There […]

9 highlights you won’t want to miss when staying in Cape Town

By Michael Primmer on Nov 26, 2017 in Africa, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, South Africa, Travel Miscellany

Cape Town sets the pace of an upbeat city where the Rainbow Nation fuses urban and outdoor into a melting pot. Discover the hidden gems of this city as you get to explore the city and its surrounds. 1. Cape of Good Hope Take the coastal road along the Atlantic Ocean and head towards the fishing […]

10 reasons why Occitanie may be the new Provence

By Michael Edwards on Nov 24, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bed & Breakfasts, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Looking out from Toulouse the map looks invitingly blank. For Occitanie is the “other South of France”, intensely French, a sun-warmed countryside where livestock outnumber people. Occitanie? It’s the administrative replacement for Languedoc-Rousillion and Midi-Pyrenees bureaucratically butchered at midnight on 31st January 2015. As Provence’s country sister, Occitanie does decadence in its own bucolic way – enjoying […]

5 top tips to get the most out of your trip to Disney World

By Kerrie Potts on Nov 23, 2017 in Attractions, Family Travel, Florida, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

For many people, Disney is a once in a lifetime type of vacation. No matter what your age, there really is something for everyone, but your time is limited so how can you be sure you get to see and do the most important experiences. Having spent almost every year for the last year going […]

10 hidden gems to visit in Italy

By Jo Mackay on Nov 23, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Western Europe

Italy is a country renowned for its incredible history, its delicious food and its status within the art and fashion industry. When holidaymakers think of Italy, more often than not they conjure up images of Rome’s historical sites, the canals and gondoliers of Venice, the leaning tower of Pisa or Florence’s Duomo and Medieval architecture. […]

8 festive Christmas events on the East Coast

By Karyn Wofford on Nov 22, 2017 in Attractions, Events, Georgia, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Maine, North America, North Carolina, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

The United States festively celebrates the holiday season, from coast to coast. Because it’s impossible to compare all of the events over this expansive nation, we’ve zeroed in on the East Coast with 8 events we hope you’ll love. Omni Grove Park Inn National Gingerbread House Competition – Asheville, NC Every year, the biggest gingerbread competition […]

Top 5 beaches to visit when cruising Ibiza and Formentera by yacht

By Geoff Moore on Nov 20, 2017 in Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

One of the best ways to experience the stunning islands of Ibiza and Formentera is by yacht. Here’s our top five recommended beaches to visit when cruising by yacht: Las Salinas Renowned as of the best and most cosmopolitan beaches in Ibiza, Las Salinas – which is located at the southern-most tip of Ibiza – […]

5 luxurious ways to experience Charleston

By Tom Marchant on Nov 16, 2017 in Air Travel, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Restaurants, South Carolina, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Charleston is in the midst of an exciting cultural renaissance with an exploding culinary scene bringing new life to neighbourhoods. Add to that gorgeous colonial mansions to lounge in and hip boutiques to explore and you’ve got a recipe for some seriously luxurious living. From oyster bars to champagne-fuelled helicopter rides – we’ve picked out […]

Tipsy history of Lake District country estates

By Paul Liddell on Nov 15, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

‘Tis soon to be the season to be merry, so we thought we’d take a look at the history behind some of the Lake District’s best country estate attractions where music, wine and good food would have flowed. From brewing families to gin merchants, we have found a merry tale or two indeed! Join us […]

Cinque Terre: the 5 pearls of the Italian Riviera

By Patty Civalleri on Nov 15, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Western Europe

For the luxury-minded traveler, Cinque Terra is the gift to yourself that never stops giving. It will provide you with a lifetime of memories that, because of the unusual scenic treasures, will stand out from the other trips you have taken in your lifetime. It is both a National Park as well as a UNESCO […]

Top 10 luxury things to do on your Orlando trip

By Kerrie Potts on Nov 14, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Florida, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Vacation Rentals

A holiday to Orlando is high on many people’s bucket list. With such famous sites as Disney World and SeaWorld, it is easy to see why. This is prime luxury holiday territory, so it is little wonder the desire to go to town is high for many travelers. There are so many fabulous things to […]

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