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Top 5 cities that merge the old with the new

By Claire Powell on May 12, 2018 in Africa, Argentina, Asia, India, Japan, Morocco, New York, North America, Regions, South America, USA

We love places where history thumps through the streets like a heartbeat, but some of the world’s greatest cities are even greater thanks to contemporary influences. Here’s our collection of our favourites that manage to perfectly marry the very old and the very, very new. Brooklyn & Manhattan, New York In the city that never […]

13 of the best national parks to visit in May

By Paul Johnson on May 01, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Europe, Featured, Florida, India, Israel, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Minnesota, Namibia, North America, Regions, South Africa, South America, Spain, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, USA, Virginia, Washington, Western Europe, Zambia

May is a wonderful time of year to get out and explore the countryside. The weather is getting sunnier (for much of the northern hemisphere, at least) and yet most places are not yet overrun by tourism. With many families staying at home (whilst school and university examinations are in full swing), it’s a great […]

Get your sparkle back in Varkala

By Jennika Argent on Mar 11, 2018 in Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Health & Safety, India, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

India is renowned for its crammed, crazy cities, bursting with colour and culture, and for years I avoided going in case it might all be too much for me! That was until I discovered Varkala, a breath of fresh coastal air, in the Southern spice province of Kerala. Instead of taking the motorway from Trivandrum […]

The world’s best retreats to help beat anxiety and depression

By Frances Geoghegan on Mar 09, 2018 in Asia, Austria, Europe, Health & Safety, India, Regions, Spain, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

It can be hard to clear your head at home, even when you take time out from work. Sometimes you need to get away from reality for a few days to completely escape your worries, and embarking on a luxurious retreat is a great way to alleviate stress. Here you can discover our pick of […]

7 luxury escapes that you can enjoy by private jet

By Paul Johnson on Feb 26, 2018 in Africa, Air Travel, Asia, Europe, Fiji, France, India, Leisure Travel, Mexico, New York, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe

Private jet travel has seen steady growth in recent years. The appeal of shorter wait times, and faster and more direct travel, combined with various failings of commercial airlines, have all added to its appeal. With this in mind, we spoke to our friends at GOGO Jets to identify some of the most favoured luxury […]

5 amazing yoga retreats to try out in 2018

By Frances Geoghegan on Feb 21, 2018 in Asia, Europe, Germany, Health & Safety, India, Indonesia, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

How amazing would it be to enjoy a relaxing and luxury holiday without having to sacrifice your yoga practice? Well, the great news is that you can! With so many yoga holidays and yoga retreats available, I have scoured through and produced the 5 most amazing yoga retreats to book and get yourself to in […]

6 luxurious trains that’ll spoil you

By Nehad Zein on Feb 06, 2018 in Asia, Austria, Featured, France, India, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Rail Travel, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Thailand, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide

Trains are one of the oldest means of long-distance travel. They do a good job of providing an uncluttered, simple and straightforward travel experience where the problems are few and the advantages many. However, for those of us who’d like a touch of sophistication added to this seemingly simple mode of transport, what are the […]

Where did Lady Gaga go in India?

By Michael Edwards on Jan 25, 2018 in Asia, Celebrities, India, Regions, Travel Miscellany

Almost as soon as she had landed in India’s capital, Lady Gaga made for Dilli Haat. When Hillary Clinton visited Delhi, she too visited this open-air market. For Dilli Haat is India’s showroom, a magnet for artists and traders from as far north as Himalaya to the far south of Goa: India united. It is a intensely […]

7 of India’s most romantic spots

By James Jayasundera on Jan 18, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, India, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

India may perhaps seem a place to be tackled, rather than somewhere to relax or romance, but we have had some of our most memorable moments with loved ones on the subcontinent. There is a wealth of places to escape to, whether for a honeymoon, anniversary or birthday celebration. What could be more passion-kindling than […]

5 reasons why you should take your teenager on a dive vacation

By Rathnam Rathnasamy on Jan 16, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Asia, Family Travel, India, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

It doesn’t take long before your little bundle of joy grows into a lanky and impressionable teenager who may think that their parents are from Mars and probably a bit outdated as far as technology goes. These young men and women are subject to societal and peer pressure and are trying to find their way […]

18 of the best countries to visit in 2018

By Paul Johnson on Jan 01, 2018 in Africa, Antarctic, Arctic, Asia, Belize, Bhutan, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, Central America, Denmark, Eastern Europe, Europe, Faroe Islands, Featured, France, India, Italy, Japan, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Poland, Polar Regions, Regions, South America, Spain, Sri Lanka, Western Europe

Travel and tourism is one industry that has continued to thrive in recent years, consistently out-performing the global economy, and 2018 looks to be no exception. We spoke to a number of experts in the industry to find out their opinions on the countries to visit in the year ahead. And so here are 18 […]

Top souvenirs you can bring back from the Andaman Islands

By Rathnam Rathnasamy on Dec 30, 2017 in Accessories, Asia, India, Photography, Regions, Travel Equipment

Travel is all about making memories. When you come back from a journey, the memories are actually the best gifts that’ll enrich your life forever. Even then, when you bring back little things from your travels, it serves as a great remainder of the wonderful times you shared during those days. Also, when you have […]

5 of the most Instagrammable locations in the Andamans

By Rathnam Rathnasamy on Nov 19, 2017 in Asia, India, Regions

With a location like the Andamans, almost every sight is click worthy. The spectacular sunsets, the beautiful underwater sights, the natural wonders and historic places all come together in one vacation for you. And what is a good vacation without amazing photos that you can flash on Facebook and Instagram and get likes pouring in. […]

Celebrate in style: India and Sri Lanka

By James Jayasundera on Nov 11, 2017 in Asia, India, Regions, Sri Lanka

India and Sri Lanka both offer unlimited potential for creating celebrations of a lifetime. Gather up your favourite people in the world and head east for an adventure to never forget – whether in a Maharaja’s palace rising out of the desert or a tropical private peninsula. Arrive by elephant, private plane or magic carpet […]

Asia’s 10 most beautiful train journeys

By Sam Clark on Oct 28, 2017 in Asia, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Myanmar, Rail Travel, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam

An atmospheric train ride is second to none. The perfect way to get to know a country’s landscapes and customs, train trips transform perfunctory journey time into an experience in itself. There are myriad fantastic routes across Asia to choose from, ranging from the more upscale first-class carriages to those which are more basic, but […]

Top 11 places to visit in the Andamans

By Rathnam Rathnasamy 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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