Category: Attractions

Exploring ice caves in an Icelandic winter

Exploring ice caves in an Icelandic winter

By on Sep 08, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Iceland, Regions, Western Europe
Exploring ice caves in an Icelandic winter. Stepping foot into your first crystal clear blue ice cave is a memory that will last a life time. If you haven’t explored an ice cave in an Icelandic winter for yourself it’s hard to describe the feeling. Standing inside this magnificent flowing structure of ice and looking
A tasteful education: 5 historic Portuguese wine estates

A tasteful education: 5 historic Portuguese wine estates

By on Sep 07, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Portugal, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
A recent river cruise took us up the Rio Douro, the River of Gold in Portugal, starting in Porto and ending in Regua. On this journey through the Douro Valley, we visited ancient and contemporary wine estates, sampling as we went. Here are five of the best, all touting different wine varieties, emerging from the
6 of the world's best lookouts

6 of the world's best lookouts

By on Aug 27, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Attractions, Brazil, Canada, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, North America, Regions, South Africa, South America, Sweden, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, Western Europe
Sometimes there are views where you just have to stop and look. These are the kind of sights where photos just don’t do it justice and need to be seen in real life to be believed. Whether it is atop the largest building in the world, a cityscape on a rooftop bar or snow-capped mountains,
Discover the authentic Iberia through UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Discover the authentic Iberia through UNESCO World Heritage Sites

By on Aug 27, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Western Europe
Spain is part of an elite club; one of the top 3 countries on the planet with the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is a remarkable reflection of the country’s rich historical, cultural and natural landscape. Some of Spain’s World Heritage recognitions are world-famous, like Granada’s extraordinary Alhambra, its beautiful Generalife gardens, and the
10 sacred sites and spiritual journeys in South America

10 sacred sites and spiritual journeys in South America

By on Aug 25, 2019 in Attractions, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America
Many of us feel attracted to soul-stirring places that exert something spiritual within us. The original meanings these sites hide shrouded in secrecy and are often buried in time, yet each is a place of mystery and awe. Many of these destinations are known for their age-old legends, spiritual practices and long-standing ceremonies, while other
Top 5 things to do in Franschhoek, South Africa

Top 5 things to do in Franschhoek, South Africa

By on Aug 24, 2019 in Africa, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Travel Miscellany
Franschhoek Valley in Western Cape (South Africa) is one of the most spectacular landscapes on the planet. Flanked by the Huguenot Mountains and awash with clear streams running past rolling verdant vineyards, Franschhoek is about as picturesque as a small town can get. The people are inviting, it’s quiet, it’s safe to walk everywhere, and
The 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Iceland

The 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Iceland

By on Aug 19, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Iceland, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
As of July 5th 2019 Iceland now has 3 World Heritage Sites, with the newest being the Vatnajökull National Park which is dominated by a city sized ice cap. Along with the volcanic island of Surtsey and the Thingvellir National Park in the Golden Circle these protected areas cover a whopping 15% of the entire
Island discovery in Phuket

Island discovery in Phuket

By on Aug 19, 2019 in Asia, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Going Out, Regions, Speciality Travel, Thailand
A taste of the exotic awaits in Thailand with pristine bays and wide stretches of sun-kissed beach. Experience vibrant tradition, diverse shopping and buzzing nightlife in Phuket, while the myriad of nearby islets burst with natural beauty and underwater discoveries. Island-hopping by yacht in these stunning locations amidst authentic Thai culture delivers a fully immersive
Climbing Ayers Rock?

Climbing Ayers Rock?

By on Aug 15, 2019 in Attractions, Australia, Going Out, Oceania, Regions
Ayers Rock and Uluru, it has two names. In 1993, a dual naming policy was adopted that allowed official place names to consist of both the traditional Aboriginal name and the English name. ‘Ayers Rock / Uluru’ became the first official dual-named site in Australia’s Northern Territory. Our flight from Sydney to Uluru (for simplicity
Top 5 places to visit in northern Brazil

Top 5 places to visit in northern Brazil

By on Aug 15, 2019 in Attractions, Brazil, Going Out, Regions, South America
Brazil is the largest country in Latin America, home to some of the greatest natural wonders in the world and simply overflowing with culture. It’s long been on travellers lists while exploring South America and draws people from all over the world looking to party the night away at the famous Rio Carnival, witness the
Photograph of the week: Fairy Glen, Isle of Skye, Scotland, UK

Photograph of the week: Fairy Glen, Isle of Skye, Scotland, UK

By on Aug 14, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Some say fairies created this dramatic, and unusual, landscape. They even say the fairies still live here, hiding in the crevices… The Isle of Skye is certainly rich in faerie lore. And the miniature landscape of grassy, cone-shaped hills and whimsical rock spirals at Fairy Glen, Isle of Skye, is certainly magical-looking – you can
Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Aug 11, 2019 in Air Travel, Arctic, Asia, Attractions, China, Europe, Featured, France, Going Out, Hong Kong, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel, 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
The best luxury retreats in Latin America for photographers

The best luxury retreats in Latin America for photographers

By on Aug 08, 2019 in Accommodation, Argentina, Attractions, Brazil, Caribbean, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Going Out, Regions, South America
With landmasses than span mountain ranges, deserts, icefields, rainforest, salt-plains, rivers and savannahs, Latin America’s natural diversity is one of the region’s greatest attractions. Speckled with sophisticated modern metropolises and older towns of crumbling colonial charm, the human element is equally as compelling. For those with a keen interest in photography, the cocktail of cultural
35 fun things to do in Dubai (plus a bonus one!)

35 fun things to do in Dubai (plus a bonus one!)

By on Aug 08, 2019 in Attractions, Bars, Cruises & Boat Travel, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates
Dubai is the Disneyland of cities with a seemingly endless amount of things to do. To give you some inspiration for your next holiday to Dubai we’ve managed to narrow it down (and we use the term loosely), so here are the top 35 things to do in Dubai (in no particular order). If you
Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau

Discover the Barcelona modernist route

By on Aug 07, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Western Europe
Modernisme, or Catalan Modernism, came to Barcelona at the end of the 19th century. This architectural style, similar to the Art Nouveau movement, played a major role in indicating the social status of the then infamous bourgeoisie. Rich clients used to employ well-known architects to design them a Modernista house, complete with the style’s recognisable
Photograph of the week: Portland Head Lighthouse, Cape Elizabeth, Casco Bay, Maine, USA

Photograph of the week: Portland Head Lighthouse, Cape Elizabeth, Casco Bay, Maine, USA

By on Jul 31, 2019 in Attractions, Going Out, Maine, North America, Regions, USA
“The rocky ledge runs far into the sea, And on its outer point, some miles away, The Lighthouse lifts its massive masonry, A pillar of fire by night, of cloud by day…” In 1849, poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow began his poem “The Lighthouse” with this stanza in what was widely believed to be an ode