Category: Going Out
Langkawi, Malaysia: 10 reasons to visit
By Michael Edwards on Jan 07, 2020 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Going Out, Hotels, Malaysia, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel
Bathing in the warm aquamarine Andaman Sea, Langkawi is an archipelago of 99 Malaysian islands just shy of the border with Thailand. White sand beaches backed by dense rain forests provide a base for relaxing holidays. But Langkawi is also a base for adrenaline infused adventures too. The Oriental Village The Oriental Village is an 
Compelling Hawaiian-inspired dining in Oahu
By Neil Wolkodoff on Jan 06, 2020 in Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hawaii, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA
Oahu, the gathering spot of the Hawaiian Islands, has become the center point of exceptional dining experiences. While most people who visit Hawaii might want the cultural experience of a Luau, the fusion of cooking styles and cuisines make this a one of a kind destination. Expect dishes where Hawaiian culture meets international influence. And 
Photograph of the week: Tower Bridge, London, UK
By Paul Johnson on Jan 01, 2020 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Tower Bridge is not London Bridge. (And neither of them are falling down.) In spite of London Bridge being given the fairly dubious honour of starring in that famous English nursery rhyme ‘London Bridge is falling down’, sung the world over, it is undoubtedly Tower Bridge which is the more iconic of the two bridges. 
Beyond LEGOLAND®: why Carlsbad, California is the ultimate destination for the whole family
As multigenerational travel continues to trend, families want to visit destinations where there are activities to satisfy everyone from toddlers to grandparents. A recent study by the U. S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation reported that Gen Z influences $600 billion of family spending, playing a pivotal role in the decision to take family trips. What
Many different carnivals in Brazil: 7 destinations to listen to the sound of nature
The most famous and celebrated popular festival in Brazil, Carnival has become, over the centuries, one of the major cultural events, annually drawing thousands of revelers to different cities. The whole country transforms itself in the carnival season, with endless possibilities of fun from North to South, including numerous street carnival blocks and groups in
Top 5 wine estates to stay in South Africa
By Kristof Eyckmans on Dec 27, 2019 in Africa, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, South Africa, Travel Miscellany
The Western Cape of South Africa attracts tourists from all corners of this globe, and for good reason. One of the main attractions at the winelands and who doesn’t like great wines, amazing food and beautiful landscapes? Some of the wine estates offer accommodation which rivals the quality and finesse which you can find in 
Photograph of the week: Borobudur Temple, Indonesia
Standing in the middle of the grandeur that is Borobudur, it’s hard to believe that this massive temple was ever ‘hidden’. Covering an area of 15,129 square metres, reaching 10 levels and 42 metres into the sky, if the walls of this, the largest Buddhist temple in the world, were arranged in a straight line
8 places to visit in the south of Brazil for unique experiences
While many associate Brazil with the carnival in Rio or the African rhythms of Bahia, the south of Brazil presents a completely different scene. The culture is strongly influenced by European immigration, reflected in everything from the architecture to the music, gastronomy, and habits of the locals. From family-run wineries to gorgeous beaches, cooler temperatures,
Celebrating 2019 - 'The Year of The Vegan' - in luxury and style...
By Paul Eyers on Dec 16, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Cambodia, China, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hong Kong, Hotels, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Singapore, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Vietnam
Since The Economist published a short article in late 2018 entitled ‘The Year of The Vegan’, predicting that “2019 will be the year veganism goes mainstream” many have coined this phrase, whilst many others have chosen the lifestyle. Writing “Where millennials lead, businesses will follow” they could not have been closer to the truth with 
Top 7 hidden gems for eating out in Hakuba, Japan
By Nadine Robb on Dec 14, 2019 in Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Japan, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany
With so much information – and indeed mis-information – out there when it comes to Hakuba`s best dining spots, it can be very difficult to distinguish the true culinary delights from the everyday restaurants. How we all rate dining experiences is a rather personal and subjective thing, but from 10 years of living in Hakuba 
Canary Islands for foodies: luxury and sun all year round
By Carmen Caballero on Dec 14, 2019 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Nothing like venturing through the largest of the Canaries around the winter to know what is good: exclusive hotels, high-flying trips, dreamlike landscapes, incomparable cuisine, whale watching excursions and marine life, and a good beach club. The Canary Islands are not only a summer thing in Europe, but they also make their August in autumn 
Short stay: Hartwell House Hotel and Spa, Aylesbury, UK
By Michael Edwards on Dec 14, 2019 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Hartwell House Hotel and Spa has some history. When Louis XVlll was exiled from France after the French Revolution, he rented this stately home, in 90 acres of Buckinghamshire parkland, at £500 a year, for his family and courtiers. Eventually, in the Hartwell House library, Louis signed the document for his restoration to the French 
Langkawi, Malaysia: adventure, luxury and relaxation
By Michael Edwards on Dec 13, 2019 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Malaysia, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Langkawi, on the west coast of Malaysia, is an idyllic archipelago of 101 islands sun-bathing in the warmth of the Andaman Sea. It can be an action-packed, high adrenaline destination with jet-skis and zip wires. For nature lovers, it is one of the most bio-diverse environments on the planet. And for those who just wish 
Top 5 toughest tee times to get in the British Isles in 2020
By Ravi Coutinho on Dec 13, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Traveling to play golf typically involves playing on bucket list courses — the famous ones with long, storied pasts that you’ve seen the greats play in tournaments throughout the years. Unfortunately, some of these courses are notoriously difficult to get onto, for a variety of reasons. Here are our top five most sought after courses 
