Category: Going Out

Ballooning over the Masai Mara from Governors Camp

5 micro-adventures from Kenya to Botswana

By on Jul 03, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Attractions, Botswana, Going Out, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Rwanda, Speciality Travel, Zambia

Safari is full of surprises. Whether it’s the noise a hippo makes, or spotting a leopard hiding in the canopy of a tree, days are always filled with new experiences. In addition to the ‘standard’ wildlife viewing activities, micro-adventures can be built into a safari holiday, to make a great trip even better. Here are […]

6 things to do on the Aeolian Islands of Vulcano and Lipari

6 things to do on the Aeolian Islands of Vulcano and Lipari

By on Jul 03, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Italy, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Western Europe

The Aeolian Islands located in the Tyrrhenian Sea consists of seven beautiful islands that have a “Y-shaped” configuration when viewed from the sky. The islands include Stromboli, Vulcano, Alicudi, Filicudi, Panarea, Lipari, and Salina. They are collectively called the “seven pearls of the Mediterranean” and according to history, they were named The Aeolian Islands after […]

Special feature: Elounda Gulf Villas & Suites, Elounda, Crete, Greece

Special feature: Elounda Gulf Villas & Suites, Elounda, Crete, Greece

By on Jun 30, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Greece, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Special Features, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Videos, Western Europe

Equidistant from Europe, Asia and Africa, Greece’s largest island is 260 kilometres long and anything from 12 to 56 kilometres wide. It is mountainous in parts and offers huge variations in both landscape and climate. Welcome to the island of Crete where olive groves and vineyards are interspersed with short mountain ranges, and where the north of […]

21 reasons why Costa Navarino is the best resort we've ever seen

21 reasons why Costa Navarino is the best resort we’ve ever seen

By on Jun 29, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Greece, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

If you happen to know anyone who works in travel, then you’ll know that they always seem to be jetting off left, right and centre – touring the globe, staying in countless hotels and discovering new places. We recently embarked on one such adventure to Costa Navarino in the Peloponnese region of Southern Greece – […]

Top 3 tantalising Turkish adventures

Top 3 tantalising Turkish adventures

By on Jun 23, 2016 in Attractions, Bars, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Turkey

There are many sides to a country, some well-travelled and others left untouched. This is no truer of any country than it is of Turkey, a land steeped in rich history, a vibrant culture, and a bevy of magical destinations to fulfil your each and every desire. From the bustling streets of one of the […]

4 Summertime experiences to sample in Leavenworth, WA

4 Summertime experiences to sample in Leavenworth, WA

By on Jun 20, 2016 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Washington

Nestled in the Cascades in central Washington, the mountain town of Leavenworth is known for its Bavarian theme and seasonal festivals. Summer’s warm climate maximizes outdoor pleasures while German architecture showcases flowers exploding over balconies and hanging baskets throughout the village. All that color and sunshine makes a cheerful setting. Enjoy shopping, beer gardens, and […]

Montreal - a food lover's paradise

Montreal – a food lover’s paradise

By on Jun 17, 2016 in Canada, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

With its cobbled streets and quaint charm, Montreal has often been the chosen destination for the culture seeker. Set on an island in the Saint Lawrence River, near Ottawa and Quebec City as well as the border of Vermont, Montreal is the world’s second largest French-speaking city. Influenced by a combination of North American and […]

Edinburgh's cafes with the best views

Edinburgh’s cafes with the best views

By on Jun 17, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

With its seven hills, ancient buildings and position on the Forth, Edinburgh is a city known for its views and vistas. From each hill across the city you can see far and wide and for many people the highlight of a visit is a trip to the top of Arthur’s Seat – Edinburgh’s very own […]

10 must-see beaches you've probably never heard of

10 must-see beaches you’ve probably never heard of

By on Jun 16, 2016 in Attractions, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, Going Out, Guatemala, Leisure Travel, Panama, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Worldwide

This Summer, don’t settle for a quick cannonball into the chlorinated waters of your local pool. Step out of your Summer routine and visit a beach that’s far from your usual Summertime destinations.  This guide will help you find your coastal oasis with blue water, untouched sand and lush palm trees swaying in the breeze. Uvita, […]

Secret Sri Lanka: 5 exclusive experiences you don't want to miss

Secret Sri Lanka: 5 exclusive experiences you don’t want to miss

By on Jun 16, 2016 in Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Travel Miscellany

Luxury in relation to travel is more than just great hotels in fabulous locations – that’s easy to replicate. Take one beautiful beach, add one 6-star hotel and label it luxury. What’s harder to replicate, and what defines luxury as we see it, are exclusive experiences. Travel that’s intimate. Personal experiences that are authentic yet […]

7 ways to enjoy your Champagne in the UK this Summer

7 ways to enjoy your Champagne in the UK this Summer

By on Jun 16, 2016 in Attractions, Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Champagne has some powerful transformative qualities. It can add romance to a dinner for two, add a sense of occasion to a personal achievement and instantly turn any given moment into a celebration. So for a luxurious Summer in Britain, there could only be one ingredient we needed to add. Read on for our guide to the […]

Top 5 luxury experiences in Paris

Top 5 luxury experiences in Paris

By on Jun 16, 2016 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Paris, one of the most romantic cities in the World, oozes style and sophistication making it one of the most popular city breaks destination. With an array of luxury activities on offer Paris can suit anyone’s needs from shopping to eating and everything in between and now that the Ritz Paris has finally re-opened the […]

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5 fantastic ways to experience Myanmar

By on Jun 16, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Featured, Going Out, Myanmar, Regions, Speciality Travel

Paradise is hiding in Myanmar, with its beautiful golden sunsets, which are best viewed from one of a plethora of gilded pagodas, which dot the lush landscape. The country formerly known as Burma has the power to delight even the most seasoned traveller. Myanmar is home to majestic rivers, sacred stupas, amazingly rich architectural sites, […]

Turning Japanese in Malaga, Spain

Turning Japanese in Malaga, Spain

By on Jun 16, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

The culinary scene in Malaga has been on the ascendancy for years already, with more and more Michelin stars each season and increasing international attention. With some of the busiest fishing ports in all of the Mediterranean, Andalusia’s Malaga province, on the southern most Spanish coast, has a long established culinary tradition of super fresh […]

Top 5 restaurants in Guayaquil, Ecuador

Top 5 restaurants in Guayaquil, Ecuador

By on Jun 16, 2016 in Ecuador, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, South America, Travel Miscellany

A city is many things: its landscapes, its people, and their daily lives… But for many, a city is above all its flavors. A traveler knows that a culinary experience of a place can make the difference between a good memory and one that they’d rather forget. Guayaquil – the second largest city in Ecuador […]

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A guide to our 5 favourite beaches in Santorini

By on Jun 15, 2016 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

The paradise island of Santorini; white washed buildings and blue-domed tops, incredible sea views from quaint cliff-side villages, winding side streets and heavenly sunsets, and of course let us not forget the beautiful red and black sand beaches. Due to its volcanic landscape, Santorini has a totally unique beach offering with the most incredible panoramas […]