Category: Europe
Top 5 spa and wellness hotels in Scotland
By Dorothy Welsh on Apr 20, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe
In this post-Covid era most people are ready for a change of scenery after having spent so much time at home working, video conferencing, home-schooling the children, cooking, online networking and streaming. Travelling abroad or even within one’s own country has become something special. Being served again in a restaurant, beer garden, café or bar 
The ultimate eco-friendly places you can visit during the COVID pandemic
By Kristof Eyckmans on Apr 19, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Botswana, Canada, Europe, Health & Safety, Hotels, Maldives, North America, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Sustainability and responsible travel have become one of the most important words in the tourism industry as guests are increasingly interested in eco-friendly ways and places to stay, and as a result want to limit their footprint while travelling all across the globe. Offsetting your carbon emissions with an airline has become a norm for 
Provence in Bloom
While lavender blooms all over France’s southern region, two hours north of Bandol are field upon field of the iconic herb. You have until early July to visit the fields in Provence. From mid-July, you can see the harvest in the Valensole plateau. However, if you what to see the most delicate lavender in bloom
The 8 best beaches of Sicily
By Daniela De Luca on Apr 18, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Leisure Travel, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
First of all, arm yourself with a hat and sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30! Once protected from the sun, which feels more African than Italian, you will be free to discover fine sand, wild rocks, deserted and hidden coves in the southernmost region of Italy, Sicily, the second-largest island of the country. 
Discovering Croatia aboard brand-new luxury yacht Acapella
By Trina Howes on Apr 17, 2021 in Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Regions, Speciality Travel
Croatia is a favourite destination for sun lovers and culture seekers to engage with exceptional natural beauty and some of the world’s most outstanding world heritage sites, and it is possible to complete a whirlwind tour of all the greatest attractions in style with brand new luxury motor-sailer yacht ACAPELLA. Preserve your privacy, avoid crowded 
Ancient history: 5 archaeological hot spots to visit around the world
By Kerry Golds on Apr 17, 2021 in Asia, Europe, Greece, India, Israel, Middle East, Peru, Regions, South America, Sri Lanka, Western Europe
It is said that ‘the story of our present is told within the treasures of our past’ – and what a tale the following destinations have to tell. Each one is brimming with archaeological wonders that, with the aid of inspiring guides, will allow you to gain insight into lives and cultures as they were 
5 best ways to spend spring in Spain
With its rugged coastlines, soulful towns, mouthwatering cuisine, and vibrant local culture, Spain is every traveller’s paradise. Take a holiday in spring for almost guaranteed sunshine – and far fewer crowds. From Aitona’s breathtaking peach blossom trees in early March to the week-long Horse Fair in Jerez de la Frontera in May, the vibrant personality
The magical Ionian Islands of Greece
By Nicholas Dean on Apr 15, 2021 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, Greece, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
The Ionian Islands are an idyllic destination to experience the delights of a yacht charter in Greece. A line of stepping-stones across the sea, the mix of islands trail the western coast of mainland Greece. Ribbons of sand frame the undulating shoreline backed by dense woodland on soaring hills. Blessed with deep anchorages, sheltered coves 
Springtime in Barcelona: cultural activities
By Sandra Roig on Apr 14, 2021 in Europe, Events, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Barcelona is the perfect place to visit all year round thanks to its warm Mediterranean climate. Springtime is particularly good to visit when the weather is pleasant and warm, but without the busyness and high temperatures of the Summer. Enjoy the warm weather with a step out into nature of one of Barcelona’s many famous 
5 stunning Mallorcan villas with a pool
By Dan Frith on Apr 14, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
You may not know it but Mallorca has 262 beaches, so in theory you could book a luxury villa anywhere on the island and be within a short distance of a beach and the shimmering azure waters of the Mediterranean. But get real for a minute, why would you not want a pool with your 
5 English hotels to visit soon
By Michael Edwards on Apr 12, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Soon England’s hotels will be opening their doors again to welcome guests desperate for a weekend break or a holiday to explore city, coast or country. Here are five stars of England’s great hotel collection: from east to west and from north to south to help you start thinking where you will head once the 
When travel to the Austrian Alps resumes, Kitzbühel is waiting with a warm Tirolean welcome
By Paul Johnson on Apr 11, 2021 in Austria, Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
2020 was a year we will never forget, and for many that also meant no holiday at all. Strict travel restrictions are still in place across much of Europe, but as vaccine programmes roll out, we can look ahead to better times, and that means planning that first big trip, reconnecting with loved ones, and 
Where can Americans travel to in May?
By Christopher Hill on Apr 10, 2021 in Africa, Asia, Belize, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Croatia, Dominican Republic, Eastern Europe, Ecuador, Europe, Georgia, Guatemala, Iceland, Kenya, Maldives, Mexico, Namibia, North America, Regions, Rwanda, Seychelles, South America, Thailand, USA, Western Europe, Zambia
Travel is back! ‘Flights’ is one of the most searched for terms on Google, and especially if you have been vaccinated, you may want to start turning those pent-up travel dreams into reality. The following destinations will let you in without testing if you are fully vaccinated: Belize Croatia Ecuador Georgia Iceland Seychelles In further 
7 suite spots - inside the best luxury hotels in Mallorca
By Deirdre O'Connor on Apr 09, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Spain, Western Europe
Some occasions call for style and grandeur. Nowhere is this truer than with luxury hotel suites where the space, balconies, terraces and decor will define your next opulent stay. On Mallorca, they come in all shapes and sizes, often as a result of the age and heritage of the building and the uniqueness of the 
10 reasons you must do a luxury small ship cruise in Croatia
By Graham Carter on Apr 08, 2021 in Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Regions, Speciality Travel
A luxury small ship cruise in Croatia is an exceptional way to see the country and its idyllic islands, as well as enjoying the glistening views and undisturbed sounds of the Adriatic Sea. With a relatively small number of passengers on board, the luxury ships that sail across Croatia’s coast are modern and offer all 
