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5 of the finest wine farms in the Cape winelands

By Colin Dilland on Sep 30, 2017 in Africa, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, South Africa, Travel Miscellany

South Africa is home to over 95,000 hectares of vineyards and is the seventh largest wine-producing country in the world. And there’s no better place to explore the country’s top wine farms than the Cape Winelands – a striking stretch of land where the finest South African wines are cultivated. While the local vineyards are […]

5 reasons to celebrate Christmas in Edinburgh

By Douglas Walker on Sep 29, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Edinburgh is at its most magical around the festive season, which is why it continues to draw visitors who are captivated by the variety of experiences the city has to offer. Here are just five reasons to celebrate Christmas in Scotland’s capital. Light up the town For the past two years Edinburgh’s street of light […]

Luxury experiences in California that are not to be missed

By Sandra Potter on Sep 26, 2017 in Attractions, California, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

California, home to the stars and to some of the best natural wonders, food and wine in the world as well. You can think of Hollywood, Yosemite National Park, the Redwoods and the wineries. But how best to see and better still experience these glories. Here are some of my favourite ways to spend a […]

From Milan to Modena: top 5 culinary experiences

By Alexandra May on Sep 23, 2017 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Milan and Modena are two culinary gems, located just a 3 hour drive from each other – perfect for a long weekend for food lovers. From the simple yet divine ‘Italian colazione’ consisting of a coffee and freshly baked ‘cornetto’ at pastry institution Pave, to aperitivo at Terrazza Aperol and homemade food deliciousness courtesy of […]

5 of Switzerland’s top luxury hotels

By Hilary Stockton on Sep 22, 2017 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

Switzerland is well known for its stunning alpine scenery, its extensive rail network, including cog railways that lead to the highest railway station in Europe, skiing, fondue, and Swiss chocolate. The country is also home to several of Europe’s finest luxury hotels, several of them perfect not only for luxury ski holidays, but for a […]

Savour the Mediterranean at Malaga’s top seafood spots

By Alan Hazel on Sep 21, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Ahh, the Med…. The name alone conjures images of sand swept beaches and sapphire blue waters, lingering sunshine and lazy days, romanticism, and fleeting moments of amor. Picture the fishing boats small and large bobbing between the gentle waves near the coast as squawking seagulls circle above, the taste of salt delivered on the breeze. […]

7 climbs to get stunning scenic photos in Florence

By Patty Civalleri on Sep 21, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Western Europe

Cameras have evolved into a permanent must-have part of our mainstream culture. Whether it is a part of a smart phone, or a high-end DSLR, we use them to communicate online and off, for email and social media, for business and education. When traveling, cameras have become as ubiquitous as a passport. Even more so, […]

10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites to visit on a Mediterranean yacht charter

By Alexander Coles on Sep 20, 2017 in Attractions, Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Going Out, Greece, Italy, Malta, Middle East, Regions, Serbia and Montenegro, Spain, Speciality Travel, Turkey, Western Europe, Worldwide

A luxury yacht charter is the ultimate way to visit the great UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Mediterranean. Disembark by day to wander the villages of Amalfi, hike Sicily’s volcanoes, or walk the walls of Dubrovnik, before returning to your yacht, chatting excitedly about the wonders you’ve seen, dining on deck as the yacht […]

Top 5 experiences to pair with your wine tasting in the Cape

By Julian Carter-Manning on Sep 19, 2017 in Africa, Air Travel, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Cape Town has become one of the most visited destinations on the African continent. This cosmopolitan city, nestled between mountains and sea, draws lovers of culture and nature to its shores. The fruits of this nature are no more evident than in the beautiful winelands surrounding the city and spreading far through the Cape region. […]

Hotels in Belgium with Michelin star restaurants

By Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande on Sep 18, 2017 in Accommodation, Bed & Breakfasts, Belgium, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

For those with a passion for travel and gastronomy, what better formula than Michelin star restaurants combined with hotel rooms. After a sumptuous dinner paired with wines, you don’t have to drive home! Simply walk yourself back to your room! There is a decent list of starred restaurants in Belgium with annexed bedrooms. Here is […]

Top 5 things to do in Luang Prabang, Laos

By Alastair Donnelly on Sep 18, 2017 in Asia, Attractions, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Laos, Regions, Travel Miscellany

In between Vietnam and Thailand, Laos is lesser-known and lesser-discovered, but no less interesting than its pair of famous neighbours. As a long thin country that also touches China to the north and Cambodia to the south, the landscape varies wildly; from thickly-forested areas to more tropical surrounds with plunging waterfalls and thousands of islands. […]

The villages, towns and cities of Provence

By Su Stephens on Sep 17, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe

The French are lucky! They live in a country which is blessed with an endless variety of places to visit and things to do. Combined with a superb climate in the south, many choose to holiday at home… but rather than head out during July and August they wait until October which is regarded by […]

7 natural wonders you must see in Vietnam

By Zach Smith on Sep 16, 2017 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Regions, Vietnam

Southeast Asia has an incredible variety of destinations for nature tours, and Vietnam has received increasing amounts of recognition for its dreamlike landscape. This country has natural wonders that sneak up to you. Round a corner, and there it is — a gushing waterfall or a terraced rice field that you never expected. The following […]

5 of the best art and architecture stops in Nîmes, France

By Pontus Silfverstolpe on Sep 15, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe

Located some 50 kilometres from the Mediterranean coast, the city of Nîmes has been a point of interest in France for over 8 millennia. During the 2nd century BC, the Roman state took control of the area, stamping its cultural footprint on the city; today, many fine examples of Roman architecture still shape the landscape […]

Dubai’s best brunches

By Spencer Groves on Sep 15, 2017 in Food and Drink, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

In the UK, the term ‘brunch’ refers to a late morning meal – nothing particularly noteworthy – but in Dubai, Friday Brunch is an institution. It’s the week’s main event – the chance to kick the weekend off in style (weekends run Friday – Saturday in the UAE). It’s not breakfast, not lunch, but an […]

Top 5 outdoor activities in the Lake District

By Paul Liddell on Sep 14, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The Lake District is one of the top outdoor adventure playgrounds in the world. Its World Heritage Status and National Park protection means her natural beauty of over 200 mountains, 16 lakes and 26 miles of coastline, is protected and made accessible for all to enjoy. All contained within 2,362 square kilometres, it is really […]

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