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Short stay: Lausanne Palace, Lausanne, Switzerland

By Paul Johnson on Sep 25, 2019 in Accommodation, Bars, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Built over a century ago, in 1915, the historic 140-room Lausanne Palace is a 5-star hotel in the Olympic city of Lausanne. A member of Swiss Deluxe Hotels and Leading Hotels of the World, this Belle Epoque hotel faces out towards the city at the front and enjoys Alpine vistas across Lake Geneva (which goes […]

17 things to do in Sri Lanka

By James Jayasundera on Sep 21, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Sri Lanka, Travel Miscellany

Over the last decade, Sri Lanka has seen a deserving rise in tourism, becoming the place to go for holidaymakers and travel bloggers alike. The revered Tear Drop island of the Indian Ocean is a beautifully spirited nation; its flag is the only one of its kind in the world to recognise three religious’ beliefs: […]

The 5 museums in Greece that must be visited

By George Koletsos on Sep 21, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Regions, Western Europe

While planning a trip to Greece, it is impossible not to stubble upon a number of museums and archaeological sites that will catch your eye and will soon be a part of your itinerary. No matter if you’re about to hop from one Cycladic island to another, or if you’re going on a road trip […]

6 activities that celebrate New Zealand’s love affair with wine

By Veronika Vermeulen on Sep 19, 2019 in Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany

When contemplating New Zealand, with its multitude of amazing activities, natural wonders, and stunning scenery, wine may not be the first thing that leaps to mind. However, New Zealand has long fostered a complex relationship with wine, dating back centuries. The earliest vines were planted here back in the 1800s and kicked off the country’s […]

Top 5 most haunted cities in Europe to visit by private jet

By Vickie Clark on Sep 18, 2019 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Going Out, Hotels, Ireland, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Halloween is a haunting tradition celebrated by people all over the world. Every year on the 31st October revellers participate in lots of fun activities and events. These include guising (also known as trick or treating), watching horror movies and carving pumpkins. The tradition is believed to have originated in Ireland, where the Celtics celebrated […]

Top 5 St. Tropez beach clubs

By Dan Frith on Sep 18, 2019 in Clubs, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe

My blog post last month was about beach clubs in Ibiza and it sparked a healthy debate, here and elsewhere, about Tripadvisor. The take away for me was suck it and see, for yourself. It’s like reading reviews of a film you’d like to see, the reviews universally panning said film and then you walking […]

5 places to visit in central Malawi

By Kelly White on Sep 18, 2019 in Africa, Attractions, Going Out, Malawi, Regions

Although it is home to the country’s capital and main airport, Central Malawi is not as popular with visitors as the better-known attractions to the south of the country. But it does have plenty of places to visit and great experiences on offer, all within relatively easy access of the point where most people enter […]

6 things to do in Rome this Winter

By Sean Finelli on Sep 17, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Vatican City, Western Europe

When Starbucks introduces their seasonal Pumpkin Spice Latte, it usually means cooler weather is inevitably on its way. Summer is almost behind us, but that doesn’t mean your travels should halt until warmer weather prevails. Visiting Rome in the winter is an experience you shouldn’t miss. Regarded as one of Europe’s most beautiful cities, Rome […]

Myanmar jade market

By David Moore on Sep 15, 2019 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Myanmar, Regions

We took a short flight in a small plane from Yangon, met with Wyn our new guide and were soon on the road to Mandalay. A surprisingly good road, more like a UK dual carriageway, but as she explained Mandalay is the centre of the commercial world for Myanmar with a 300 mile direct access […]

Vegan friendly luxury hotels in Hong Kong

By Paul Eyers on Sep 14, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hong Kong, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

We have always loved Hong Kong but now we love it a whole lot more as the vegan scene is growing at an exponential rate. These vegan friendly luxury hotels in Hong Kong serve up a fine selection of creative plant based options to their discerning customers; make sure to check them out when you […]

Magic in the Cayman Islands

By Nicholas Dean on Sep 13, 2019 in Attractions, Caribbean, Cayman Islands, Going Out, Regions

With shimmering turquoise waters and vibrant coral reefs, the Cayman Islands are renowned as a natural playground and yachting haven. The three islands of Grand Cayman, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac, all within easy cruising distance, are filled with wonderful attractions such as Seven Mile Beach, Boatswain’s Beach turtle farm and Queen Elizabeth II Botanic […]

The 5 best beaches in Curacao

By Shawn Boyer on Sep 10, 2019 in Attractions, Caribbean, Going Out, Netherlands Antilles, Regions

When you set Curacao as your vacation destination, you’ll be spending a considerable amount of time on the beach. But with so many beaches and so few vacation days, you need to make the most of your time during this vacation getaway. To help, here are the best beaches in Curacao you absolutely need to […]

Top 5 experiences to have in Sri Lanka

By Matt Gannan on Sep 09, 2019 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Regions, Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is bursting with centuries of tradition, a rich culture and some incredible sights. The teardrop shaped island has a lot to be discovered and in recent years has shot to the top of the list of many travellers dream destinations. It’s perfect for those who want a beach holiday, paired with some beautiful […]

Exploring ice caves in an Icelandic winter

By Ryan Connolly 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

By Susan Kime 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 […]

The world’s top-rated ‘must visit’ Mediterranean restaurants of 2019

By Trina Howes on Sep 02, 2019 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

There are few things in life better than a holiday in the Mediterranean, when you have myriad events to pack your stay, access to the best beaches, opportunities to get up close with the local wildlife and to immerse yourself in historic locations with history spanning thousands of years… or to just unwind in the […]

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