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French Riviera yacht charter amongst glamour of the Monaco Grand Prix and Cannes Film Festival

By Trina Howes on Mar 16, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Events, France, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Also known as the Côte d'Azur this beautiful stretch of coastline has been a symbol of glamour and luxury since the early 20th century and every year plays host to the Cannes Film Festival and the Monaco Grand Prix.

Live like a VIP: Top 10 private jet charter destinations for the rich and famous

By Ricky Gomulka on Mar 10, 2023 in Air Travel, Asia, Bahamas, Caribbean, Colorado, Europe, Florida, France, Greece, Hawaii, Indonesia, Middle East, Monaco, North America, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Private jets, the ultimate in highfalutin travel, are the preferred mode of transportation for the creme de la creme. These luxurious flying machines offer an unparalleled level of comfort, privacy, and speed that regular airlines can't even begin to compare with.

5 of the best honeymoon destinations in the Mediterranean

By Paul Johnson on Feb 16, 2023 in Accommodation, Europe, France, Greece, Honeymoons, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

As a luxury villa company, The Thinking Traveller knows a thing or two about the perfect honeymoon destinations. With properties in some of the Med's most sought-after locations, they have seen countless newlyweds start their lives together in style.

10 fascinating places that tourists can't visit

By Paul Johnson on Feb 01, 2023 in Asia, Attractions, Australia, Brazil, China, Europe, France, Going Out, Iceland, India, Japan, New Mexico, New York, North America, Norway, Oceania, Regions, South America, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

There are many interesting places in the world that are off-limits to tourists and travellers. These places may be restricted for a variety of reasons, including political tensions, cultural considerations or environmental concerns.

5 new short-haul services added to the British Airways London Gatwick network

By Paul Johnson on Jan 15, 2023 in Air Travel, Austria, Europe, France, Greece, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

British Airways’ Gatwick-based subsidiary, BA Euroflyer, has added Montpellier, Corfu, Mykonos and Innsbruck to its short-haul route network, in addition to a new summer Salzburg service.

Do you know how these 9 famous cities got their names?

By Efrat Sagi-Ofir on Jan 02, 2023 in Asia, Australia, China, Europe, Florida, France, Hong Kong, Illinois, Israel, Italy, Louisiana, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Regions, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Have you ever wondered how a place like Paris or Rome got its name? Well, some of the most famous cities across the globe have pretty interesting stories behind them.

5 top Mediterranean islands to explore

By Dan Frith on Sep 29, 2022 in Europe, France, Greece, Italy, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

The five largest Mediterranean islands are Crete, Corsica, Cyprus, Sardinia and Sicily. Bigger isn’t necessarily better, some of the smaller island such as Mallorca and Ibiza have much to recommend them.

CroisiEurope's Loire river cruise, France

By Michael Edwards on Jul 08, 2022 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Beginning in Nantes, the chic capital of the Loire-Atlantic region, CroisiEurope’s Loire Princess is the only river cruiser on France’s longest river.

Family friendly luxury yacht charter vacations in the Mediterranean

By Trina Howes on Jun 24, 2022 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Family Travel, France, Italy, Monaco, Regions, Serbia and Montenegro, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

The Mediterranean is a prime family destination, and travel by water offers them a novel experience while taking the frustration out of transiting between the city and the surf.

CroisiEurope's Charming Provence cruise, France

By Michael Edwards on May 05, 2022 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

For six nights and seven days, the 22 berth MS Anne-Marie, a luxurious hotel barge, departs from Arles into the rivers and canal that run through Europe’s largest delta.

8 reasons why the Western Mediterranean is the place to be for Summer luxury yacht charters

By Trina Howes on Apr 24, 2022 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, France, Italy, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Discover why you should choose the Western Mediterranean for your next summer holiday - and why a luxury yacht charter is the best way to fit it all in.

Royal Caribbean Utopia of the Seas

By Paul Johnson on Apr 19, 2022 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, France, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Construction on Utopia of the Seas, the sixth ship in Royal Caribbean International’s revolutionary Oasis Class, is underway,

Top 5 highest ski lifts in Europe

By Dan Frith on Feb 24, 2022 in Europe, France, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

Zermatt is the highest resort in Europe and its highest lift station tops out at just under 4,000 metres. At this height some people can suffer from altitude sickness. Altitude sickness typically occurs only above 2,500 metres, So clearly 4,000 metres is well above the comfort zone. You can get altitude sickness if you travel to

France, Greece and Portugal are the latest European countries to relax COVID-19 travel restrictions

By Paul Johnson on Feb 08, 2022 in Europe, France, Greece, Health & Safety, Portugal, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

France, Greece and Portugal are the latest countries to have each updated their entry requirements for fully vaccinated travellers which will come as welcome news for many UK families wanting to go away for February half-term. Here’s what you need to know for each country: France France has revealed its plans to drop testing requirements

COVID rules for Europe's main ski destinations

By Paul Johnson on Feb 07, 2022 in Austria, Europe, France, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

Are you going skiing in the Alps in the February half term? Covid testing specialist Cignpost ExpressTest is urging families to check travel and in-resort restrictions to ensure their half term ski holidays don’t go off-piste. The company says that different rules for each of Europe’s main ski destinations might trip-up unprepared families, and extra

A little luxury in lively Lilles

By Paul Johnson on Jan 26, 2022 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Western Europe

The vibrant, dynamic city of Lille, the easily accessible capital of French Flanders, is the ideal city break destination for a romantic escape for two. With fantastic architecture, a great choice of art museums and superb shopping, it’s easy to reach there is also plenty to tempt foodies from fine dining to delicious street food.

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