Category: Going Out

Short stay: Chestnut Cottage, Arbor Holiday and Knightcote Farm Cottages, Warwickshire

Short stay: Chestnut Cottage, Arbor Holiday and Knightcote Farm Cottages, Warwickshire

By on Oct 29, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
Our latest stay was at Chestnut Cottage close to the wonderfully-named village of Bishops Itchington – a VisitEngland 5 Star Gold Award property located just a short distance from the M40 motorway in Warwickshire, and listed on the Premier Cottages website. Premier Cottages’ collection features almost 1,000 four and five-star self-catering cottages across the UK.
Lunch at Restaurant Le Pressoir, Vannes, Brittany, France

Lunch at Restaurant Le Pressoir, Vannes, Brittany, France

By on Oct 24, 2017 in Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
One of the gastronomic highlights of our trip to Brittany was lunch at Vincent David’s Le Pressoir, just north of Vannes. This restaurant has received many accolades and much recognition, including one Michelin star and three Gault et Millau toques. It is located in an attractive building on Rue de l’Hôpital, among residential properties in
10 great reasons to visit Vannes, Brittany, France

10 great reasons to visit Vannes, Brittany, France

By on Oct 24, 2017 in Attractions, Bars, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
On our recent trip to in France, after moving on from Carnac, we also spent some time in Vannes, exploring the quaint Medieval streets and magnificent buildings of this historic walled town. Situated in Morbihan, on the southern coast of Brittany, Vannes offers interesting contrasts of old and new. Built on the foundations of a
Top 11 places to visit in the Andamans

Top 11 places to visit in the Andamans

By on Oct 23, 2017 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, India, Regions
One of the reasons people love the Andaman Islands is that it is not just another beach destination. It has some interesting historical sites, natural wonders and activities that the whole family can enjoy. With something for everyone, these islands are growing in popularity each year and have several thousands of people visiting them. If
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8 essential Russian Revolution sights in St Petersburg

By on Oct 22, 2017 in Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Russia
Next month is the centenary of the Russian Revolution, an event that continues to shape the world we live in today. At that time the St Petersburg of today was named Petrograd and was the capital of Imperial Russia. Visit these key sights in St Petersburg today to travel in the footsteps of the Russian
10 great reasons to visit Carnac, Brittany, France

10 great reasons to visit Carnac, Brittany, France

By on Oct 19, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Having recently spent around 10 days in Carnac in southern Brittany, we thought it would be fitting to share 10 great reasons to visit this popular French seaside resort. Located in the heart of Quiberon Bay, and close to Brittany’s Gulf of Morbihan, Carnac enjoys a healthy influx of tourists, particularly in high season (July
Eating amongst the snow covered pines

Top 5 mountain restaurants in Zermatt

By on Oct 18, 2017 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
While any form of exercise can burn calories, there are special benefits to skiing. One reason is the effort your body goes through to stay balanced. Which is a roundabout way of saying, tuck in, you’ve earned it. It’s more than likely that you’ll want to refuel in the middle of the day and you’re
5 inspiring non-skier activities in Châtel

5 inspiring non-skier activities in Châtel

By on Oct 18, 2017 in Europe, Family Travel, France, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Perhaps you have grandparents staying or friends who haven’t caught the skiing bug, or maybe you just fancy a break from thrashing around on the slopes. The charming resort of Châtel offers a host of alternative diversions. Coffee shops, bars and restaurants line the main streets providing welcome opportunities for relaxation and people watching. Tempting
Special feature: Carnac Thalasso Spa Resort and Hotel, Carnac, Brittany, France

Special feature: Carnac Thalasso Spa Resort and Hotel, Carnac, Brittany, France

By on Oct 17, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Featured, France, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
We recently visited Carnac in Brittany – a resort famous for its Neolithic standing stones – so that our two boys could compete in a sailing competition. Carnac itself is divided into two distinct areas – Carnac-Ville (the historic, main town) and Carnac-Plage (the beach area). With the event being out of Carnac Yacht Club,
6 excellent, independent restaurants in St Petersburg

6 excellent, independent restaurants in St Petersburg

By on Oct 17, 2017 in Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Russia, Travel Miscellany
Russia is experiencing a food revolution due to food sanctions that have been in place for the last three years. We have selected just six of our favourite independent restaurants in St Petersburg to showcase how creative and forward thinking the Russian food scene is today. EM Olesya Drobot is a rare find – a
Winter in Provence

Winter in Provence

By on Oct 15, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
When you think of Provence you might well think of warm, sunny days, lavender fields and cold glasses of Rose. With only a couple of weeks until November and the real onset of Winter here in Provence, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to dispel the myth that the only really good time to visit
Edinburgh: a city that thrives in winter

Edinburgh: a city that thrives in winter

By on Oct 14, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
As records prove, Edinburgh is not a warm city. Not even the most ardent festival fanatic will claim that the weather, as well as the laughs, are incredible in August. So don’t deny or ignore the cold – embrace it. Because Edinburgh is built for it, Edinburgh thrives in winter: It’s built for short days
Lima's top attractions

Lima's top attractions

By on Oct 13, 2017 in Attractions, Going Out, Peru, Regions, South America
Year in and year out, travelers are astounded by Lima’s culture and cuisine. It’s often the first stop for international travelers, who then continue on to Cusco and the Sacred Valley. Lima is worth at least a few days, at the very least for the incredible restaurants in the Miraflores neighborhoods. In between sumptuous meals,
7 luxury reasons to visit Hanoi

7 luxury reasons to visit Hanoi

By on Oct 12, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam
Having visited Vietnam many times previously it’s been some time since we passed through Hanoi, people kept telling us we should return for multiple reasons, including some ‘must visit’ hotels, delectable vegan food and the nearby stunning location of Ninh Binh. We heeded their advice and loved it, we will return again in the near
Top 8 sights and sounds of Colombo

Top 8 sights and sounds of Colombo

By on Oct 12, 2017 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Regions, Sri Lanka
Colombo is now a must visit city in your travel itinerary to Sri Lanka where many make a pit stop to shop, buy mementos to take home or to sample the varied restaurants and roof top bars that the capital has to offer. There are also many sites to visit that showcase history of Sri
Top tips for a ladies-only trip to Berlin

Top tips for a ladies-only trip to Berlin

By on Oct 08, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Western Europe
The city of Berlin is a melting pot of different cultures all blending to give it a vibrant yet serene atmosphere. It is a vast city, made up mainly of large parks and many waterways. Berlin is one of the most important historical cities of Europe and even though 60% of the city was destroyed