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Mallorca’s 9 Michelin stars

By Deirdre O'Connor on Feb 23, 2021 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Over the last two decades Mallorca has accomplished a culinary transformation. A complete overhaul from the tourist fare of old to one of the world’s most appetising destinations and not just for its World Heritage landscapes, pristine beaches, local culture and world class luxury hotels but also for it’s outstanding food scene. A wave has […]

Pontneddfechan Little Canyon for Wild Swimming in Brecon, Wales

5 places to go wild swimming in Wales

By Tim Rees on Feb 20, 2021 in Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Wild swimming is a release, the likes of which are unrivalled. Such is the nature of wild swimming, it can be done in many different places, be it sea, lake, river or ocean. Wild swimming offers you a unique experience, to feel more alive and to give you time and space in a natural environment […]

5 of the best new luxury hotels in the Maldives

By Guido Graf on Feb 18, 2021 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Maldives, Regions

The Maldives is a nation-state of over 1000 coral islands in the Arabian Sea lying within the Indian Ocean. These beautiful islands comprise twenty-six atolls. They all range over double rows in azure waters, sustaining marine life diversity around the coral reefs. Formerly a British protectorate, this now independent republic has become one of the […]

5 great reasons for ‘green season safari-ing’

By Beck Edwards on Feb 18, 2021 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, Speciality Travel, Zimbabwe

Why would you want to travel in an ‘off-peak’ season? It is a glorious time of year when spirits are lifted and both animals and humans alike feel the relief of drought-ridden land now receiving the promise of new life. It can be felt on the scented air, there is nothing like the smell of […]

Our favourite luxury hotel rooms in the Costa del Sol

By Gail Hewitt on Feb 17, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

The Costa del Sol on the south coast of mainland Spain, has always been a favourite destination for the sun-seeker. There are wonderful sandy beaches, and a wide variety of resorts to choose from. From the relaxing atmosphere of the smaller villages such as pretty Frigliana, to the exclusive resorts of Puerto Banus and Marbella, […]

5 amazing rail journeys around the world

By Kerry Golds on Feb 16, 2021 in Asia, Australia, Canada, India, Japan, North America, Oceania, Peru, Rail Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

A journey by rail is one of the most romantic ways to travel. And, as passionate Bradshaw’s devotee Michael Portillo will attest, it’s also a fantastic way to discover remote landscapes, communities and cultures across the globe. In the early days of the luxurious Orient Express, just a handful of train rides could claim to […]

How to spend 48 inspiring hours in the Yorkshire Dales’ Swale Valley

By Laura Dubois on Feb 16, 2021 in Europe, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Whilst some may overlook the ‘mini-break’ as lacking the appeal of a traditional week-long stay, sometimes nothing feels more indulgent than spontaneously packing your bags and heading off for a ‘long-weekend’ somewhere wonderful. With the staycation trend set to mould travel plans across Great Britain throughout 2021, why not take advantage of the beauty ‘on […]

9 breathtaking Ecuadorian trekking vacations

By Alfonso Tandazo on Feb 15, 2021 in Ecuador, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

As the world slowly recovers from a microscopic organism that has turned our world upside down, borders are gradually reopening. As this occurs, travelers are more eager than ever to head out — safely — on life-changing “once-in-a-lifetime” journeys. One such adventure is trekking along Ecuadorian highland trails back-dropped by magnificent snow-capped volcanoes, stunning river […]

A definitive guide to Florence’s best-kept secrets

By Anna Mascaro on Feb 15, 2021 in Europe, Italy, Regions, Western Europe

Nestled in the gently rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside, Florence exudes a unique elegance and offers endless possibilities for those who love art, history, wine, food, and artisan traditions. In essence, Florence has it all! Considered the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence has an artistic heritage that is difficult to beat, bursting with artworks […]

A total solar eclipse in Antarctica

By Jozef Verbruggen on Feb 15, 2021 in Antarctic, Polar Regions, Regions

A total solar eclipse is phenomenal in itself; observing it from Antarctica makes it even more special. An unparalleled adventure, where the world can’t find you… When the sun, moon and earth are aligned, the sun is covered by the moon from one spot on earth. That part of the earth is then obscured by […]

Dreaming of a better Summer

By Su Stephens on Feb 15, 2021 in Europe, France, Regions, Western Europe

The pandemic has taken its toll. With months under restrictions, which seem to get ever more stringent, the winter months are even bluer. It is in these cold months, with snow on the ground and de-icing the car, that we turn our dreams to Summer. For some, booking a Summer holiday is an essential psychological […]

Top 5 hideaway hotels in Scotland

By Dorothy Welsh on Feb 15, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

In the lead-up to Valentine’s Day everybody talks about romance and time for two. In Scotland every day could be spent with a romantic getaway due to an abundance of small hideaway hotels comprising fewer than 10 rooms in total. They can be located either on a private estate with a long driveway, hidden away […]

Where can Americans travel to in March?

By Christopher Hill on Feb 15, 2021 in Africa, Asia, Belize, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Kenya, Maldives, Mexico, Namibia, North America, Regions, Rwanda, South America, Tanzania, USA, Zambia

Good news! Our prospects for traveling more extensively and safely are steadily improving, and this New York Times article makes the point that all five vaccines have eliminated Covid deaths, and are reducing Covid to the status of a mild flu. I am excited, and no doubt you are too. Whilst restrictions on where Americans […]

5 historic English hotels

By Michael Edwards on Feb 13, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Across England’s green and pleasant land dozens of historic hotels reveal chapters of the nation’s rich and often turbulent history. Over the last century many grand country houses have been saved from ruin and reborn as luxurious hotels. Once these houses were the zealously guarded bastions of the aristocracy, not that every one of these […]

5 favourite romantic retreats

By Jenny Wilkinson on Feb 12, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Brazil, Hotels, India, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Morocco, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka

Was Valentine’s Day a looming date you were slightly dreading? Another missed milestone comes and goes. Or perhaps it loomed with dread even in ye olde days of ‘normal’. How many overpriced meals in a fancy restaurant swarming with amorous couples do we really remember? No one can deny this pandemic has forced a shift […]

The top peaks of Switzerland

By Wanhua Qiao on Feb 12, 2021 in Regions, Switzerland

Many of the Alps’ photographic panoramas are in various Swiss regions and include the Pennine Alps, Bernese Alps, Bernina Range, Mont-Blanc-Massif, Uri Alps, and the Glarus Alps. As you journey through the various federal cantons, you’ll explore the glamour of the famed Swiss Alps that pave Switzerland’s heritage. Switzerland is bursting with glorious lakes and […]

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