Category: Attractions

Delicious drives in the UK: The Lake District to Lancaster, via Ullswater

Delicious drives in the UK: The Lake District to Lancaster, via Ullswater

By on May 18, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Videos, Western Europe

On the third and final day of my road trip around Cumbria, it was time to return my rental car to Hertz, but not before I’d done a little more exploring first. Having driven over Wrynose Pass the previous day, my plan was to take the vehicle over another of the Lake District’s famous routes – the Kirkstone […]

Top 8 unforgettable Tangalle Beach experiences in Sri Lanka

Top 8 unforgettable Tangalle Beach experiences in Sri Lanka

By on May 18, 2017 in Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Sri Lanka, Travel Miscellany

Sri Lanka is in the news for all the right reasons and is now top of the list of all South Asian itineraries. For a country that offers a multitude of experiences, flavours and locations, its coastal attractions are proving to be the most popular. Tangalle is a quieter option away from the hustle and […]

Delicious drives in the UK: Cartmel Peninsula to the Lake District, via Furness

Delicious drives in the UK: Cartmel Peninsula to the Lake District, via Furness

By on May 17, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

On the second day of my ‘delicious drive’ with Hertz, I drove further along the A590 to the market town of Ulverston – the birthplace of Stan Laurel of Laurel & Hardy fame and home to a Laurel & Hardy Museum – before before bearing left and following the coast road in the direction of […]

Delicious drives in the UK: Lancaster to the Cartmel Peninsula, via Kendal

Delicious drives in the UK: Lancaster to the Cartmel Peninsula, via Kendal

By on May 16, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Cumbria isn’t one of the easiest counties to get around if you don’t have your own transport. Not only is it the third largest county in England, but it is also the second most sparsely populated, meaning that most things tend to be a drive away. The county is far easier than many people realise […]

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Dreaming of Dubai: 5 top experiences for my next trip

By on May 16, 2017 in Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

I’ve been to Dubai a couple of times, but each trip was rather brief. Yet I had enough time to appreciate the amazing contrasts in a city where sheikhs have fulfilled their dreams, but ancient traditions live on. I spent time in the opulent Burj al Arab, filming the incredible palatial surroundings of the Royal […]

Some of the best beaches in Provence

Some of the best beaches in Provence

By on May 12, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe

One of the many reasons I love Provence (and there are lots!) is the easy accessibility of some of the most beautiful beaches in France. With so many to choose from a brief rundown of some of the best seemed to be in order. If I’ve missed any of your favourites do let me know […]

9 top tips for seeing a different side of Barcelona

9 top tips for seeing a different side of Barcelona

By on May 12, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Barcelona. Everyone thinks they know everything about you, but you have so much more to offer, besides all the typical attractions. Here you can see some of the best non-touristy secrets of Barcelona and get some insider tips to get a more ‘local’ feel for Barcelona. 1. Palau Robert Gardens These beautiful gardens are just […]

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10 great reasons to visit Croatia

By on May 11, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Croatia is one of the last unspoiled gems of the Northern Mediterranean. With breathtaking coastal vistas, hidden islands and incredible food and wine, it strikes the perfect balance between relaxation, culture and activity. If you’ve yet to visit Croatia, read on for inspiration on why to go! 1. History and culture Although Croatia is one […]

5 of the best adrenaline-infused activities in New Zealand

5 of the best adrenaline-infused activities in New Zealand

By on May 10, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Going Out, Leisure Travel, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel

New Zealand is a place of vast landscapes, from volcanic mountains, glaciers, rainforests, emerald lakes to pristine beaches. Given the great diversity, it’s the perfect place to get adventurous. Numerous insane excursions can be found on the islands, and the laid back, friendly mentality of the area balances it all out for the perfect vacation. […]

Here's exactly why you need to visit Columbia, Missouri

Here’s exactly why you need to visit Columbia, Missouri

By on May 09, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Missouri, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Maybe it’s the fact that the median ago in Columbia, MO, aka COMO, is under 27 years old that accounts for a city that’s burbling with creativity, innovation, and just plain niceness.  You’ll need a long weekend to fully explore Columbia’s vibrant, tree-lined downtown streets packed with art galleries, indie boutiques, music venues and an […]

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Top 5 highlights of Cuba, beyond Havana

By on May 09, 2017 in Attractions, Caribbean, Cuba, Going Out, Regions

Thought it may seem dwarfed by its greatest frenemy, the USA, Cuba is deceptively large. It takes around 12 hours to drive from Havana to the second city, Santiago de Cuba, on the island’s southernmost coast. Fortunately for anyone looking to explore beyond the capital, internal flights are becoming increasingly available, making hitherto far-flung towns […]

5 of the best art stops in Budapest, Hungary

5 of the best art stops in Budapest, Hungary

By on May 09, 2017 in Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Hungary, Regions

In recent years, Budapest has become a firm favourite for travels of all generations. For young backpackers exploring Europe, the Hungarian capital offers quirky ruin bars and late-night parties in the famous thermal baths; for mature travellers, highlights include the rich political history embodied by Buda Castle and Parliament, as well as hearty Hungarian cuisine […]

California dreamin'

California dreamin’

By on May 08, 2017 in Attractions, California, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

Few destinations summon as many daydreams as California, the breathtakingly gorgeous West Coast state with its impressive blend of landscapes… from beaches and vineyards to mountains and deserts. Birthplace of the road trip, the rewards as you explore this Golden State are abundant and immediate, with swathes of sandy beaches along the Pacific Coast; the […]

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Magical moments at Lake Maggiore in Italy

By on May 08, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Western Europe

Enthralling, fascinating, charming, alluring, captivating – perhaps these words are still not adequate to describe Lake Maggiore. All I can say, is that nothing could prepare me for that first glance at this breath taking scene unwrapping before me. Cobalt blue water, crisp fresh air, beautiful end of the 19th century villas bathing in the […]

Springtime and flowers: gardens to visit in North America

Springtime and flowers: gardens to visit in North America

By on Apr 30, 2017 in Attractions, California, Canada, Going Out, North America, Regions, Rhode Island, USA

Springtime in England means blossom on our trees and flowers in our gardens; it also turns our minds to holidays and for the gardeners among us, perhaps the need for inspiration from gardens around the world. Here are some ideas of gardens to visit in North America. The Butchart Gardens in Victoria BC are for […]

6 must-see historical sights to visit in Rome

6 must-see historical sights to visit in Rome

By on Apr 30, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Western Europe

Rome is one of those destinations that everyone must visit at least once in their life but with a city brimming with iconic historic structures and countless things to do deciding on where to visit can become an unwelcomed responsibility. To ease the burden, we have selected 6 must see historical sights to visit in […]