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15 of the world’s best beach bars

By Lizi Oldham on Apr 30, 2014 in Anguilla, Asia, Bars, Caribbean, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Going Out, Greece, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Western Europe

Relaxing, cocktail in hand, toes in the sand, watching the sun set over the ocean is quite possibly one of the most indulgent experiences one could imagine. From laid back and rustic beach bars to contemporary architectural beach clubs we’ve compiled at list of 15 of the best beach bars in the world. Theros Wave […]

Yachting in Europe without breaking the bank

By Paul Johnson on Apr 07, 2014 in Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

When was the last time you had really good fun? If you like travelling around the world, there’s always an original way to rediscover your favourite destinations. Have you ever considered a yacht charter? With a yacht charter, you can enjoy your vacation from a completely different point of view – the sea. With the […]

Photograph of the week: Storm in Pula, Croatia

By Paul Johnson on Mar 26, 2014 in Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Regions

Due to the humid and hot weather in Croatia, this storm stunned many with its noise. The brightness of this lightning illuminated the night sky, showing an amazing radiant blue. The photographer was lucky enough to capture this image whilst on holiday in Pula – this kind of event does not happen all that often […]

Top 6 cities to enjoy in mainland Europe

By Alison Crabb on Mar 19, 2014 in Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Italy, Portugal, Serbia and Montenegro, Spain, Western Europe

Spring is coming and Europe is ready for visitors to enjoy the milder climate, beautiful blooms and longer days. It’s the perfect time to head to the continent, whether it’s for an expansive Grand Tour or just a shorter stopover. Let’s have a look at some of the top six most gorgeous – and often […]

7 of the most cyclist-friendly luxury hotels in the world

By Andy Levine on Dec 20, 2013 in Accommodation, Austria, California, Canada, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Leisure Travel, Netherlands, North America, Regions, Road Travel, Spain, Speciality Travel, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

As an avid cyclist, I love my bike, and I spend a significant amount of time with it. I love traveling to places with amazing rides and cyclist friendly accommodations. There’s nothing better to me than finding a hotel in an exotic location that caters to my cycling frame of mind and offers fantastic riding […]

7 of the best places in the world to drink wine

By Andy Levine on Nov 21, 2013 in Argentina, California, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Italy, North America, Regions, South America, Spain, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe

When travelling, it is always important to never forget to stop and smell the flowers. Or as I prefer – taste the wine! An incredible benefit of my job is that I am able to travel the world, experience different cultures, taste delicious foods, and savor some of the world’s finest wine. If you’re a […]

Chasing the sunset around the world

By Luis Guajardo on Nov 19, 2013 in Bahamas, Brazil, California, Caribbean, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Florida, Germany, Greece, Italy, North America, Regions, South America, USA, Western Europe

As I travel around the world, I continue to be in awe at the beauty of this planet; especially during that magical time of day as the sun sets, turning day into night. I have made an effort to capture the moments that have left me speechless. Here are 10 fantastic sunsets captured from around […]

Top 10 private island holidays for private jet travellers

By Jack Lockyer on Oct 30, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Bahamas, British Virgin Islands, Cambodia, Caribbean, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Fiji, Florida, Indonesia, Maine, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Sri Lanka, Turks and Caicos, USA

Whilst the super wealthy have always dabbled in private island ownership, most travellers are more than happy to simply spend their holidays visiting and enjoying a luxurious private paradise. Indeed, the trend of visiting remote, secluded locations is on the rise as decades of tourism take their toll on the more popular tourist spots and […]

Top 5 Eastern Mediterranean destinations

By Michael Wilson on Oct 21, 2013 in Attractions, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Italy, Middle East, Regions, Turkey, Ukraine, Western Europe

The Eastern Mediterranean continues to increase in popularity and with a superb range of destinations to choose from, it’s certainly not hard to see why. The region encompasses a wide range of areas including the stunningly beautiful location of Italy and Croatia along the Adriatic coastline and of course the ever beautiful Greek Islands. When […]

Foodies find fresh figs and a fun festival in Croatia

By Paul Johnson on Aug 30, 2013 in Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Regions, Travel Miscellany

Love figs? Head to Zadar, Croatia, to end your Dalmatian Summer in style by feasting on the sweetest fig based food and drinks in the city that is better known for its unique art installations, such as the Greeting to the Sun and the Sea Organ. There will also be a cooking demonstration, a children’s workshop […]

Where are the best places to visit in Autumn?

By Maxine Roberts on Aug 30, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Caribbean, Croatia, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Hungary, Italy, Middle East, Morocco, New York, North America, Oman, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Serbia and Montenegro, Spain, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

For many destinations, Autumn is by far the best time of year to visit. Take the Middle East, for example; the temperatures during the day decrease to a more comfortable level, making Oman with its rugged coastline and Abu Dhabi with its glamorous hotels and beach-resorts ideal for the Autumn months. Must stays: Six Senses […]

Top 5 coastal bike rides in Europe

By Andy Levine on Aug 29, 2013 in Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Italy, Spain, Western Europe

There is something special about biking along the coast. Maybe it is the refreshing salty breeze keeping you cool, the sunlight sparkling like diamonds on the vast blue sea, or the possibility of a refreshing dip when the ride is done. Europe has the most gorgeous biking locations in world, and this includes some fantastic […]

The Slavonia Music Festival in Poega, Croatia

The Slavonia Music Festival in Požega, Croatia

By Paul Johnson on Aug 26, 2013 in Attractions, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

For four days every year in the city of Požega, the Slavonia Music Festival is held to celebrate the harvest of the region’s grapes among winegrowers and winemakers. Located in the region of Slavonia in eastern Croatia, the festival takes place in the town’s central square of Trg Svetog Trojstva (The Holy Trinity Square) and […]

Top 10 European travel destinations for 2013

By Paul Johnson on Jun 30, 2013 in Croatia, Denmark, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Portugal, Regions, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Western Europe

So where would you think are the top places to be in Europe this year? Paris for the end of the 100th Tour de France perhaps? Russia for the World Athletics Championships? Croatia, the latest addition to the European Union? According to an article just published by Lonely Planet, the top 10 European travel destinations […]

Top 10 cycle rides in Europe

By Andy Levine on Jun 05, 2013 in Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Ireland, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Road Travel, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

I thought I’d take a few minutes to share some of my favorite rides that I’ve experienced recently. And although I may be revealing some secrets by rating these as my top 10, nothing quite compares to actually riding these routes and experiencing them yourself. So while I may be divulging the ‘where’ and some […]

Croatia – the new tourism star of the European Union

By Paul Johnson on Jun 02, 2013 in Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Videos

The Croatian National Tourist Board has released a new promotional video entitled ‘Croatia – the new Tourism Star of the European Union’ in the run up to the country’s admission to the EU in July. The video is an extension of last year’s Ode to Joy by Ana Rucner, which marked a shift in the […]

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