Category: Going Out

10 things to do around Malvern, UK

10 things to do around Malvern, UK

By on May 30, 2020 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Home to the Malvern hills, copious country pubs, famous spring water and bursting with history there is no surprise that Malvern is a popular spot for people to visit each year. The town is located on the border of Worcestershire and Herefordshire, beneath the rolling hills which provide stunning panoramic views of the Wye Valley
Why Kraków is Eastern Europe's new go-to destination

Why Kraków is Eastern Europe's new go-to destination

By on May 28, 2020 in Accommodation, Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Poland, Regions
Eastern Europe has seen vast abundances of new tourism in the last decade, with the region stepping out of its ex-Soviet shadow to announce itself to the world. With both vivid colour and vibrancy, Europe’s cultured east is the globe’s new extravagant phoenix rising out of the ashes. Eastern Europe is seasoned with brilliance, with
Photograph of the week: Bran Castle, Romania

Photograph of the week: Bran Castle, Romania

By on May 27, 2020 in Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Romania
For many Bran Castle may be synonymous with “vampires” or “horror stories” but in reality is more of a beautiful medieval castle than a haunted place. How did its association with Dracula come by then? We might attribute at least part of the reason to its location. Bran Castle is set in Transylvania region, Romania,
Explore the White Desert in Egypt

Explore the White Desert in Egypt

By on May 23, 2020 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions
The pandemic has left each and every one of us adventure-less, but that doesn’t mean we cannot explore, discover and learn more about the beauties this world has to offer. After all this is over, all you need to do is plan your next trip to make the dream of adventure a reality. Egypt has
Memories of a luxury getaway to Queenstown, New Zealand

Memories of a luxury getaway to Queenstown, New Zealand

By on May 18, 2020 in Accommodation, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals
This is certainly an historic time we are living in; none of us have ever experienced anything like a pandemic before and we are all trying to get through this period of uncertainty the best we possibly can. Here in Canada we are completing week six of our state of emergency; it seems everywhere you
10 of the best virtual tours so you can still explore the world

10 of the best virtual tours so you can still explore the world

By on May 09, 2020 in Asia, Attractions, California, China, Europe, Featured, Going Out, North America, Peru, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Websites, Western Europe, Worldwide
Recently, I sat and thought about some of the reasons why I travel (and these days I have more time to sit, and think, than to travel). I realized a few interesting things. Why do I travel? Well, clearly to escape and explore. But, also to embrace and understand other cultures, to free my mind,
Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Sexten Dolomites, Italy

Photograph of the week: Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Sexten Dolomites, Italy

By on May 06, 2020 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Western Europe
Whilst Italy starts to see a partial easing of its lockdown restrictions, amidst mixed emotions of fear and joy, we hope that scenes like this will soon be more accessible to everyone. On August 21, 1869, Paul Grohmann (alongside guides Franz Innerkofler and Peter Salche), completed the first ever ascent of Cima Grande, the highest
Yellowstone Great Fountain Geyser, Wyoming

Photograph of the week: Great Fountain Geyser, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA

By on Apr 30, 2020 in Attractions, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA, Wyoming
They say good things come to those who wait and that is exactly what we are having to do at the moment. And while we don’t (seriously) propose waiting 50 years to see a geyser erupt – quite literally: the Steamboat Geyser in Yellowstone National Park lay dormant from 1911 to 1961 without so much
10 art galleries and museums you can still visit... virtually

10 art galleries and museums you can still visit... virtually

By on Apr 25, 2020 in Asia, Attractions, Brazil, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, North America, Pennsylvania, Regions, South America, Taiwan, United Kingdom, USA, Vatican City, Virginia, Western Europe, Worldwide
As Thomas Merton, famed writer, poet, and American Trappist monk once said, “Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time”. Never has there been a better time to lose ourselves in art, to admire and acknowledge perspectives different from our own. To be in awe of another’s talent, whether past,
10 dream-worthy locations where you can swim in the natural pools of the Canary Islands

10 dream-worthy locations where you can swim in the natural pools of the Canary Islands

By on Apr 24, 2020 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Western Europe
Swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic is always a pleasure. This experience turns into something truly unforgettable when you swim in one of the strikingly beautiful natural pools of the Canary Islands. With most of us confined to our homes for the past month, it’s safe to say that we could all use
Supporting New York's bars, cafés and restaurants with 'Dine in NYC'

Supporting New York's bars, cafés and restaurants with 'Dine in NYC'

By on Apr 23, 2020 in Bars, Food and Drink, Going Out, New York, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA
NYC & Company, New York City’s official destination marketing organization, today announced the launch of Dine in NYC. The digital initiative encourages those who are able to, to continue to patronize more than 200 select, currently open bars, cafés and restaurants—located in 62 neighborhoods across all five boroughs and serving 27 distinct cuisines*—by gathering the
6 Chilean sights, places and activities to see on your trip

6 Chilean sights, places and activities to see on your trip

By on Apr 22, 2020 in Attractions, Chile, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany
In this current coronavirus climate, our minds wander to where we should next go once this has all ended and travelling is a joy once again. Maybe you’ll look for culture, or places to truly get away from it all. Or how about natural landscapes that will take your breath away. I believe Chile has
Planning a family visit to Paris, post COVID-19

Planning a family visit to Paris, post COVID-19

By on Apr 21, 2020 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Health & Safety, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
With more time on our hands, now is a great opportunity to get inspiration for your next trip to Paris! Planning a visit to Paris with the entire family? As one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, The French capital welcomes million of visitors a year, including many families with children. Paris
Culinary excellence is still available in San Francisco

Culinary excellence is still available in San Francisco

By on Apr 19, 2020 in California, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA
Under the current shelter-in-place order, people in San Francisco still get to dine on some of the best food anywhere as the city’s restaurants retool their culinary excellence for takeout service. Here are just some of the many ways San Francisco is combining culinary resilience and innovation. Gourmet takeaways There are adored eateries in every
9 ways to teach your kids about Florida's Historic Coast without leaving home

9 ways to teach your kids about Florida's Historic Coast without leaving home

By on Apr 14, 2020 in Attractions, Florida, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA
St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach is a fun place to learn about history and nature. As the health and safety of residents and visitors to the area is paramount, Florida’s Historic Coast is committed to providing travellers with accurate and timely information about travelling to the area safely. In this time of personal isolation,
Plan your holidays to Ecuador: an active vacation in the Andes

Plan your holidays to Ecuador: an active vacation in the Andes

By on Apr 13, 2020 in Attractions, Ecuador, Going Out, Regions, South America
As almost all of us are quarantined at home and probably looking for something different and useful to read or to do, we have prepared a small itinerary that can help you plan your next vacation in 2021. Ecuador is most known for the Galapagos Islands, but truth be told, Ecuador offers a wide variety