Category: Europe

Blackwell Arts and Crafts House, Bowness

The Lake District's historic houses

After this month's Heritage Open Days, we thought we'd stick with the cultural and heritage theme and put together our top ten list of historic houses in Cumbria.
The pros and cons of taking tours versus renting a car in Iceland

The pros and cons of taking tours versus renting a car in Iceland

One of the first things you will need to consider when planning your Iceland itinerary is whether to rent a car or whether to take tours.
Car rental in Iceland - what you need to know

Car rental in Iceland - what you need to know

There are many things to be aware of when renting a car in Iceland. This guide covers a number of issues you'll want to consider.
Review: Edgar House, Chester, UK

Review: Edgar House, Chester, UK

Formerly a boutique hotel, Chester's white-painted Edgar House is one of the city's most iconic residences.
6 ways to get active in Munster Vales

6 ways to get active in Munster Vales

Summer might be over but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to plan a trip to Munster Vales, located in the beautiful south of Ireland.
A taste of Barcelona: The most famous dishes from Barcelona

A taste of Barcelona: The most famous dishes from Barcelona

The one thing you must make sure not to miss out in Barcelona, is their mouth-watering gastronomy.
Review: Dittisham Hideaway, Dittisham, Devon, UK

Review: Dittisham Hideaway, Dittisham, Devon, UK

Dittisham Hideaway, the latest venture from hotelier and entrepreneur, Peter de Savary and his wife Lana, consists of a luxury collection of treenhouses, shepherds huts and a 1950s American Airsteam.
Review: Cary Arms and Spa, Babbacombe, Devon, UK

Review: Cary Arms and Spa, Babbacombe, Devon, UK

The upscale Cary Arms and Spa is nestled among rocks that are perched over Babbacombe Bay in south-east Devon, an area twice visited by Queen Victoria when she was in her late twenties and early thirties.
Windermere in a day - there's so much to do!

Windermere in a day - there's so much to do!

There is so much to see and do in and around Windermere, so condensing it into one day is more than a little tricky. Here’s an idea of what to do.
5 great Mykonos beach clubs

5 great Mykonos beach clubs

If your favourite thing to do on holiday is take to the beach, lay on the golden sand and listen to the ebb and flow of the turquoise sea as it caresses the beach, why not take it to the next level and spend a day at a beach club.
Myths and magic on a Greece luxury yacht charter

Myths and magic on a Greece luxury yacht charter

Ask anyone what Greece is most well known for, and this Eastern Mediterranean country conjures up images of the Olympian Gods, heroic feats and myriad islands from myths and legends.
The Best Places to Brunch in Barcelona

The best places to brunch in Barcelona

Whether you’re looking for a boozy breakfast, the perfect eggs benedict, or the biggest stack of chocolate pancakes you can find, you will be overwhelmed by your choice in Barcelona.
Walk this way in Munster Vales

Walk this way in Munster Vales

If you’re looking for a break away to rejuvenate the mind and body, then exploring Munster Vales, located in the beautiful south of Ireland, could be just what you need.
7Pines Resort Sardinia - the debut of the Destination by Hyatt brand in Italy

7Pines Resort Sardinia - the debut of the Destination by Hyatt brand in Italy

The opening of 7Pines Resort Sardinia, a luxury beachfront resort overlooking the archipelago of La Maddalena, has been announced by Hyatt Hotels Corporation.
The Lucan, Autograph Collection Residences in London

The Lucan, Autograph Collection Residences in London

The Lucan, Autograph Collection Residences in London, will be the first standalone Autograph Collection Residences globally.
27 events taking place across England this August Bank Holiday

27 events taking place across England this August Bank Holiday

As Summer continues, England is all set to celebrate the August Bank Holiday weekend (27-29 Aug 2022) with a host of events and experiences.