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Top tips for drinking great wine in Meribel

By Anne Wooley on Jul 14, 2017 in Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

You’ve raced down the last red run into the village and your thighs are telling you it really is time to stop for the day. Your head wants to go back up again and just do one last run, but your thirst is great and that first beer awaits just across the road. It’s a

Top 5 gin bars in Barcelona

By Sandra Roig on Jul 12, 2017 in Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

From underground clubs to classy rooftops, Irish pubs and beach boozers, there is no shortage of bars in this eclectic city. But no matter what dance floor or bar stool you find yourself on, the menu at any bar is sure to have one thing a gin and tonic. Whether you’re a newcomer or a

5 great reasons to visit Phuket, Thailand

By Selene Nelson on Jun 30, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Bars, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Thailand, Travel Miscellany

As the biggest travel destination in Thailand, Phuket encapsulates both the good and bad sides of Thai tourism. While overcrowded beaches and rowdy bars are part and parcel of resort towns like Patong, scratch beneath the surface and you’ll discover a whole other, unspoiled side to this island. From trying traditional Thai experiences, visiting secret

Top 5 rooftop bars in Malaga, Spain

By Alan Hazel on Jun 23, 2017 in Bars, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

Who doesn’t love a rooftop bar? Especially in a city such as Malaga on Andalusia’s Mediterranean coast, with its perpetual sunshine and soothing views of mountains and sea, the rooftop terrace seems like a no-brainer. Still, it was only sometime in the 1980s that the concept really took off, with a few of the taller

5 rooftop bars you must visit in central London

By Rob Stross on Jun 22, 2017 in Bars, Europe, Going Out, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Don’t say it too loud but London has a summer. It’s true, it really does. This is something that both locals and travellers tend to forget, it also creates something of a quandary when it comes to drinking out; London is great for a roaring fire and cozy hotel bar in the winter, but what

Short stay: The Angel Inn, Corbridge, Northumberland, UK

By Paul Johnson on Jun 20, 2017 in Accommodation, Bars, Bed & Breakfasts, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Our latest weekend getaway was for a sailing event at Derwent Reservoir in Northumberland for which we chose to stay at The Angel Inn in Corbridge, a pretty town just a 20 minute drive away from the venue and 16 miles west of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. We opted to park on the street rather than in the

10 bars and restaurants in Monaco that locals love

By Anastasia Pashkovetskaya on May 31, 2017 in Bars, Europe, Going Out, Monaco, Regions, Restaurants, Western Europe

The Principality of Monaco is famous for its mega-yachts, super cars, casinos, and star-studded parties. However, there is more to Monaco that meets the eye. Do you want to get under the skin of the Principality and discover the heart of Monaco? In our list, you will find the places where you can dine and

Top dining pubs in the Lake District, UK

By Paul Liddell on May 29, 2017 in Bars, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe

In the Lake District you have traditional 17th Century inns nestled at the foot of England’s tallest mountain or tucked along country lanes. Today, there’s also chic pubs on the shores of England’s largest lake. Hand-crafted brewery’s display high-tech wizardry and there’s a new generation of gentrified watering holes, where gastro chefs are leading the way. Here we’ve

10 reasons why Bali is TripAdvisor's top destination in the world for 2017

By Mark Tulloch on May 22, 2017 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Asia, Attractions, Bars, Clubs, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Indonesia, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals

To those well-acquainted with Bali, this award has been a long time coming. In 2016, TripAdvisor named Bali as the 5th Best Island Destination in the World. Then last month Bali was bestowed the title of Top Holiday Destination in the World for 2017. To put this in perspective, London is 2nd, Paris 3rd, Rome

Top 7 bars where you can sip classic cocktails in Havana

By Zach Smith on May 13, 2017 in Bars, Caribbean, Cuba, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany

It’s not easy to find 5-star luxury in Cuba — the island is still developing. But you can find some of the best rum cocktails in the world here, and you’ll have a taste of Cuba’s glamorous past in every sip. While you’re in Havana, make sure to order some drinks in the city’s most

5 ways to experience luxury in Berlin

By Olivier Templar-James on Apr 27, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Berlin, the capital city of Germany and a city that was so marked by numerous unfortunate events during its history, managed to rise and impress the world through its power and desire to be the best. It managed to exceed all the hardships that tried to destroy it in the past and is now today

5 London cocktail bars for the luxury traveller

By Rob Stross on Apr 20, 2017 in Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

World-famous hotel bars, chic cocktail bars and quirky pop-ups: London boasts every type of bar imaginable. Naturally then, knowing where to start can be tricky. So we’ve whittled tens of thousands down to five must-visit venues. Sure the drinks are great, the service exemplary and the decor tasteful but then, that’s not unusual. These five venues

Special feature: Hazel Brow, Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales, UK

By Paul Johnson on Apr 17, 2017 in Accommodation, Bars, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Situated in the village of Low Row in Swaledale, Hazel Brow – seen here in the centre of the photograph – is a beautiful property with period features and lots of character. It was built by a local landowner in 1860 and today sleeps up to 15 people on a self-catering basis, making it perfect for

Top 5 most luxurious bars in Johannesburg

By Francesca Lynagh on Mar 25, 2017 in Africa, Bars, Going Out, Regions, South Africa

When the clock strikes 5 pm where do the trendiest of Joburgers head for their post-work drink fix? There’s certainly no shortage of watering hole options in this city, but there are a select few bars which offer a space to unwind in real style. Read on to discover the best of the best luxury

Why Canada is the perfect destination for Mother's Day

By Kathryn Munro on Mar 18, 2017 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Attractions, Bars, Canada, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Celebrate Mother’s Day the luxurious way with a trip to one of three beautiful cities in Canada: Ottawa, Calgary or Edmonton. Ottawa is the inspired hub of Canada and its capital, Calgary is metropolitan and modern, and Edmonton is industrially historic and serene, located right on the banks of the river. With fine dining, luxury

Terrace of Radisson hotel in Cannes, France

The best rooftop bars of the French Riviera

By Alexander Coles on Mar 17, 2017 in Accommodation, Bars, Europe, France, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Western Europe

Whether indulging in a rose lunch high above the sparkling Mediterranean, lounging by a rooftop pool with a cocktail, or dancing under starlight among a beautiful A-list crowd, the glamorous rooftop bars of the French Riviera are a scene straight out of a Hollywood movie. This Summer, imagine yourself on the rooftop of some of

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