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10 alternative activities to do in Barcelona

10 alternative activities to do in Barcelona

BySandra Roig November 30, 2022November 27, 2023

Barcelona is a beautiful, lively city with a lot to offer tourists. However, it can be easy to get caught up in the daily schedule of your vacation and miss out on some of the best that the city has to offer.

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Review: Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa, Helmsley, North Yorkshire, UK

Review: Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa, Helmsley, North Yorkshire, UK

ByPaul Johnson November 29, 2022April 10, 2023

It had been more than a decade since we’d last stayed at the Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa so I was keen to return and see how this gem of a hotel had evolved since our last visit.

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10 cosy Lake District pubs you really ought to visit

10 cosy Lake District pubs you really ought to visit

ByRachael Thomas November 22, 2022

After a long day hiking, sailing or generally exploring the Lake District, what better way to unwind than with some delicious food and drink in the comfortable surroundings of a cosy Lake District pub?

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New luxury additions at SCHLOSS Roxburghe in the Scottish Borders

New luxury additions at SCHLOSS Roxburghe in the Scottish Borders

ByPaul Johnson November 19, 2022

With the opening of the new Estate House this month, SCHLOSS Roxburghe is undergoing a significant redevelopment that includes the addition of 58 new rooms.

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The 5 best islands to visit in Greece

The 5 best islands to visit in Greece

ByEfrat Sagi-Ofir November 18, 2022November 13, 2023

There are more than 200 inhabited Greek isles and around 6,000 in total. And like many island nations, each inhabited Greek island has its own distinct character.

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Review: Aptel East, Tower Hamlets, London, UK

Review: Aptel East, Tower Hamlets, London, UK

ByPaul Johnson November 12, 2022April 10, 2023

The old adage to “never judge a book by its cover” couldn’t be more true when it comes to Aptel East, an aparthotel in the East London borough of Tower Hamlets.

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Experience the history of Munster Vales!

Experience the history of Munster Vales!

ByTríona O’Mahony November 12, 2022November 11, 2022

The nights might be getting darker earlier and the weather might be getting colder, but for anyone planning a visit to Munster Vales over the winter months there is still plenty to do and see in the region.

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The best travel destinations for outdoor enthusiasts

The best travel destinations for outdoor enthusiasts

ByEfrat Sagi-Ofir November 3, 2022November 13, 2023

If you love being outdoors among nature, you probably also prefer vacations that allow you to explore and take in all the natural beauty that the destination has to offer.

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CroisiEurope’s Andalusia: Tradition, gastronomy and flamenco

CroisiEurope’s Andalusia: Tradition, gastronomy and flamenco

ByMichael Edwards November 2, 2022

For seven nights and eight days CroisiEurope’s 176-berth La Belle de Cadiz is the base for an exploration of Andalusia.

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What to wear in Iceland in the Summer

What to wear in Iceland in the Summer

ByPaul Johnson October 31, 2022August 9, 2025

In Iceland you can expect weather conditions to vary from one season to another and from one part of country to another. This blog goes into detail on what to wear in Iceland during the Summer months.

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Useful apps for travel in Iceland

Useful apps for travel in Iceland

ByPaul Johnson October 30, 2022October 26, 2022

Here we’ve collated a number of apps which will help make your time in Iceland safer as well as enable you to get more from your visit.

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10 useful things to know for a trip to Iceland

10 useful things to know for a trip to Iceland

ByPaul Johnson October 29, 2022October 25, 2022

Iceland is one of the most beautiful countries in the world – a land full of natural wonders – but knowing these useful tips will hopefully ensure that your trip benefits from some inside knowledge.

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Driving Iceland’s ring road – clockwise or anti-clockwise?

Driving Iceland’s ring road – clockwise or anti-clockwise?

ByPaul Johnson October 28, 2022October 25, 2022

A common question for visitors to Iceland is whether it’s best to drive Iceland’s Route 1 ring road in a clockwise or anti-clockwise direction. This blog post explores this issue in more detail.

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Iceland: Why we chose not to drive the entire Route 1 ring road

Iceland: Why we chose not to drive the entire Route 1 ring road

ByPaul Johnson October 27, 2022October 25, 2022

One of the first things you might think about when planning a trip to Iceland is whether to drive the full length of the ring road that goes around the entire country – known as Route 1.

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Review: Topaz Suite, Diamond Suites, Keflavik, Iceland

Review: Topaz Suite, Diamond Suites, Keflavik, Iceland

ByPaul Johnson October 26, 2022April 10, 2023

Occupying the uppermost floor of the already-renowned Hotel Keflavik, Diamond Suites Luxury Boutique Hotel is Iceland’s first five star hotel and consists of a collection of individually-decorated suites.

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Review: Hotel Keflavik, Keflavik, Iceland

Review: Hotel Keflavik, Keflavik, Iceland

ByPaul Johnson October 25, 2022April 10, 2023

Hotel Keflavik is a clean, funky and well-located 4-star hotel with a good restaurant. For us, it was perfect place to base ourselves for our last night in Iceland prior to an early morning flight.

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