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5 star beds for the best sleep-outs in Africa

By Leora Rothschild on Mar 30, 2018 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Camping, Kenya, Morocco, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel

Sleeping out, under the African night sky is the insomniac’s dream. On safari the entertainment never stops and outside, all the channels are switched on at once. Between a heaven that is alive with satellites, stars, planets and planes and the bush that loudly goes about its gossip and business, the miracle of a great […]

14 of the best cities to visit in April

By Paul Johnson on Mar 22, 2018 in Africa, Asia, Caribbean, Chile, Cuba, Eastern Europe, Europe, Featured, Hungary, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Mexico, Middle East, Morocco, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Oklahoma, Portugal, Regions, South Africa, South America, Spain, USA, Western Europe

April can be a fantastic time of year to get away and enjoy a city break. For many of our readers, it’s a time when temperatures are just starting to pick up a little, when destinations are beginning to open their doors more to tourists, and yet it isn’t a peak time to travel… meaning […]

6 of the sexiest tented camps outside southern Africa

By Chinmoy Lad on Oct 05, 2017 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Hotels, India, Middle East, Morocco, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, Worldwide

The rugged wilderness has always been a natural calling to mankind – after all, mankind was shaped by it before by inventing agriculture, creating colonies and discovering civilisation. But the adventurer has found a way to escape the chaos of cities and going back to mankind’s roots by roughing it out and camping in nature. […]

5 of the world’s most unique, romantic luxury hotels

By Sangeeta Sadarangani on Feb 11, 2017 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Chile, Europe, Honeymoons, Hotels, India, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Morocco, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Be the new romantic. No more do you need to check into a luxury hotel with a view of the Eiffel Tower or travel to Agra to prove your love, Venice and Hawaii are gorgeous, but there are destinations that are beyond. Romance like an A lister, leading tech influencer or… ex President and allow […]

5 travel experiences you didn’t know existed

By Craig Burkinshaw on Dec 08, 2016 in Accommodation, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Attractions, Canada, Food and Drink, Going Out, India, Morocco, North America, Rail Travel, Regions, Road Travel, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Zimbabwe

Much of the joy of travel stems from experiencing something new, stumbling upon the unexpected and seeing a place in a new light. While seeing iconic sites is all part of your journey, the best memories often come from trying things that are out of the ordinary. Here, we’ve listed five experiences that you may […]

Our top 10 sunset hotspots in the world

By Diana Cherry on Oct 12, 2016 in Africa, Antigua and Barbuda, Arizona, Asia, Australia, Brazil, California, Caribbean, Europe, Greece, Indonesia, Kenya, Morocco, North America, Oceania, Regions, South America, Spain, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

For me it is quite amazing to think wherever you are in the world you are witnessing the same burning sun dip below the horizon. Yet the same sun setting each day offers a unique moment, special to you. Sunset is one of my favourite times of the day – a moment to reflect on […]

Top 6 places to discover in Morocco beyond Marrakesh

By Craig Burkinshaw on Sep 06, 2016 in Africa, Attractions, Going Out, Morocco, Regions

Marrakesh has become a popular destination for those seeking a long weekend exploring a different culture, taste new foods and bartering for leather bags and lanterns in the souqs. However, away from this whirlwind city, there’s a calmer side to Morocco. Explore the fabled narrow streets of Fez’s medina, tuck into freshly caught fish around […]

10 things to learn while you travel

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jul 31, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Australia, Belize, Central America, Ecuador, Food and Drink, India, Leisure Travel, Louisiana, Morocco, North America, Oceania, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, USA, Worldwide

Experiential travel is the best kind – and what better way to get under a destination’s skin than by learning a new skill under the guidance of local experts? From cooking and dancing to surfing and diving, via a multitude of handicrafts, here are some suggestions for educational, practical activities to try out on your […]

The foothills of Atlas Mountains in Morocco

Top 6 family travel destinations for October half-term

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jul 29, 2016 in Africa, Asia, Family Travel, Japan, Massachusetts, Mauritius, Middle East, Morocco, New Hampshire, North America, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Turkey, USA, Worldwide

As the nights begin to draw in and the temperatures start to fall, it’s tempting to get away with your family for a change of scene. October half-term is the last chance in the school holidays calendar to make tracks before Christmas. You don’t always have to choose the most obvious destinations. These six family […]

Wellness breaks – top 3 choices for a luxury spa experience

By Diana Cherry on May 14, 2016 in Accommodation, Africa, Anguilla, Asia, Caribbean, Hotels, Morocco, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand

Looking after ourselves isn’t often easy with the pressures of every-day life, so it’s not surprising that many view their one-two week holiday as a chance for some well- deserved R&R! Hotels and resorts have not only vastly improved their offering over the years from the standard swimming pool to now, a much more holistic […]

5 amazing luxury villas to visit in 2016

By Diana Cherry on Apr 30, 2016 in Accommodation, Africa, Europe, France, Italy, Morocco, Regions, Spain, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Villa holidays are the ideal choice for family getaways, providing a winning combination of privacy and independence whilst offering the high standards of service and convenience you’d expect from a luxury hotel. Ideal for large multi-generational families, groups of friends or a celebration getaway, the design of luxury villas nowadays caters for everyone in the […]

8 great places to travel responsibly

By Craig Burkinshaw on Apr 13, 2016 in Accommodation, Asia, Camping, Canada, Central America, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Hotels, India, Kenya, Morocco, North America, Regions, Resorts, South America, Thailand, Worldwide, Zambia

Responsible travel is about directly benefitting the communities you visit whenever possible through sustainable travel, environmental protection and social projects. Here are just a few responsible travel suggestions you can include as part of a trip to the destinations in question. 1. Elephant Hills Tented Camp, Thailand One of the highlights of many peoples’ visits […]

6 of the world’s most unique hotel gyms

By Jack Huang on Mar 11, 2016 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, California, Hawaii, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Morocco, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Thailand, USA

When it comes to staying in shape on a luxury getaway it can be difficult to muster up the motivation to keep the pounds off, what with the room service lobster, champagne by the bottle and the body-hugging king size bed that seductively whispers “never leave.” In fact, we’ve been conditioned to roll our eyes […]

Living the high life in the High Atlas

By Ian Ford on Jan 14, 2016 in Africa, Morocco, Regions

Morocco is a fabulous destination for luxury travellers but, as with all other destinations, is best enjoyed with a theme in mind. Many opt for the towns of the north with their dense souks (open-air markets) where a heady mix of trades vie for local custom, but our recommendation is to head further south, up […]

15 of my favourite photos from my travels in 2015

By Paul Johnson on Dec 31, 2015 in Africa, Asia, Europe, Featured, Germany, Greece, Japan, Maldives, Middle East, Morocco, Portugal, Regions, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide

2015 was another year filled with interesting opportunities and visits to far-flung places around the world, including trips to Japan, Singapore, UAE and the Maldives, as well as many much closer to home, including several trips around the UK. My photography continues to need some fine tuning (I will be going on a course in […]

4 alternatives to Marrakech in Morocco

By Tom Marchant on Nov 11, 2015 in Africa, Morocco, Regions

Don’t get us wrong, we love the winding alleyways and bustling souks of Marrakech, but we also know that there is so much more to Morocco than this one city. Whether you’re looking for ancient walkways, a secluded wilderness or a bit of beach relaxation, this country really does tick all the boxes. Whilst the majority […]

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