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Discover North Norfolk – 13 ideas

By Anna Parker on Jul 29, 2013 in Accommodation, Bars, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Norfolk – my favourite place in the world; I love going abroad for guaranteed sun, warm sea, to enjoy fancy flights and lounges and for amazing hotel service and experience… BUT Norfolk is my favourite place for time off and time away from just about everything. As a teenager I was lucky to spend a […]

Special feature: The Black Swan, Helmsley, North Yorkshire, UK

By Paul Johnson on Jul 29, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Special Features, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

We had called in at The Black Swan on our last visit to Helmsley – just for a drink – but on a recent visit to this market town had the opportunity to both stay and dine there. There is no mistaking this historic coaching inn at one end of Helmsley’s market place – it […]

Top 5 things to do in Yogyakarta, Indonesia

By Cristy Elmendorp on Jul 29, 2013 in Adventure Travel, Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Indonesia, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Experience the exotic culture of Yogyakarta, known as the centre of classical Javanese fine art and culture. Yogyakarta has an international airport giving you the option to fly directly from Singapore or Kuala Lumpur. Surrounded by dramatic scenery of towering volcanoes, rice fields and rich tropical landscapes, choose to combine cultural overland journeys with short […]

Dine like the Medici: 5 incredible meals to experience in Florence

By Sarah Bichsel on Jul 26, 2013 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Art and food are two of the main draws for Florence visitors, and after a day exploring the former, you’ll need plenty of the latter. Should you wish to dine like the Medici, this list highlights five sumptuous dinners not to be missed while in the Tuscan capital, a slice of La Dolce Vita guaranteed […]

Special feature: Domes of Elounda, Crete

By Paul Johnson on Jul 25, 2013 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Going Out, Greece, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Special Features, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

This month we had one of our most relaxing breaks in a long time, enjoying an 11-day stay at the Domes of Elounda on the eastern side of the biggest of the Greek islands, Crete. Arriving quite late in the evening, we were welcomed to the resort with a complimentary drink at the Grand Domes Lobby […]

5 luxuries not to miss in Dubai

By Paul Johnson on Jul 25, 2013 in Air Travel, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

Visitors to Dubai – one of the world’s most opulent destinations – are spoilt for choice when it comes to seeking luxury. The city has become one the most popular playgrounds of the rich and famous, and has made many a statement with several of the world’s tallest buildings, man-made islands and even a huge […]

3 new luxuries not to miss in Philadelphia

By Paul Johnson on Jul 24, 2013 in Accommodation, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, North America, Pennsylvania, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, USA

With a range of exciting new restaurant openings, hotel renovations and events taking place in Philadelphia this Summer, now is a great time to explore the hip and happening side to the City of Brotherly Love. Holidaymakers can head to Midtown Village to visit the brand new Pennsylvania 6 restaurant, stay-in-style at the newly renovated […]

Top 10 UK gourmet getaways

By Paul Johnson on Jul 23, 2013 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Food is undoubtedly one of the main highlights of a holiday or short break. Inspired by their recent travels across the UK, the team at dealchecker.co.uk have compiled a hot list of the UK’s most scrumptious towns and cities. There was some stiff competition for the top spot but they decided on Padstow, a must-do […]

Top 10 luxury five star hotels in Berlin

By Penelope Hassmann on Jul 23, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Western Europe

Berlin’s tourism has been expanding rapidly and when it comes to luxury there are a plethora of options available to the discerning traveller. The hotels listed below are certainly not an exhaustive list, but are designed to give a range of options, from old and trusted establishments to the newest hotels on the Berlin scene […]

Summer luxury in the Alps

By Claire Powell on Jul 22, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Are you still yet to decide where to go this Summer? For a luxury family Summer holiday with a difference, head to the Alps. With everything from sporting activities and spas to Michelin star restaurants and sumptuous chalets, there’s plenty of great reasons to visit this amazing region outside of the peak winter season. Head […]

4 of the world’s best dining tables with great views (and great food!)

By Claire Powell on Jul 22, 2013 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Turkey, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Travel is a sensation for all of the senses and combines our greatest passions that leave us with memories to last a lifetime. We rarely remember the soggy sandwich we raced to eat before the 2pm meeting but the fresh taste of the reef fish we caught and barbecued on the beach is a flavour […]

To the manor reborn: a hotel that makes you feel like royalty

By Joy Davidson on Jul 22, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The English countryside is where royalty goes to quell the noise of their public lives; it’s where stately homes the size of city blocks stand sentinel amidst rolling hills; and it’s where you and I can go to feel like queens and kings, even if just for a sliver of time. Here I cover one of […]

Top 10 luxury city breaks in Africa

By Paul Johnson on Jul 14, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Attractions, Bars, Botswana, Djibouti, Egypt, Featured, Ghana, Going Out, Hotels, Kenya, Morocco, Namibia, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, South Africa, Tanzania

Africa is a continent well known for its vast plains and amazing wildlife, but perhaps less recognised for its potential as an urban getaway. African cities, though, are worthy destinations in their own right and here we round-up 10 of the best African city breaks and hope they might give you an insight into an […]

Top 10 luxury city breaks in Europe

By Paul Johnson on Jul 10, 2013 in Accommodation, Czech Republic, Denmark, Eastern Europe, Europe, Featured, France, Going Out, Hotels, Malta, Monaco, Regions, Restaurants, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Considering a European city getaway? Here we give you a round up on 10 of the best places to while away a weekend – or longer – in a number of Europe’s top cities. Whether it’s last year’s Olympic host city of London, the traditional romance of Paris or the vibrancy of Barcelona, you’re sure […]

3 very special Michelin-starred, gourmet, cultural tours in Spain

By Jackie de Burca on Jul 08, 2013 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Take a little time to discover some of Spain’s Michelin starred restaurants, whilst truly absorbing the Spanish culture. Get involved in incredible Michelin starred culinary classes, meet the bulls up close and personal, and enjoy wine tasting rarities. Here are a few different ideas to get you started. Authentic Michelin star tours in Andalucia Take […]

UK and Ireland short breaks – 6 very different ideas

By Anna Parker on Jul 07, 2013 in Accommodation, Bars, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Much as my writing seems to indicate a fondness for overseas travel, it wasn’t until I was 22 and sailing as part of a crew on a large racing yacht that my desire to leave the UK regularly began – even if it was on an easyJet plane with my 22 crew-mates suggesting that every […]

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