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14 of the best cities to visit this April

By Paul Johnson on Mar 22, 2018 in Africa, Asia, Caribbean, Chile, Cuba, Eastern Europe, Europe, Featured, Hungary, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Mexico, Middle East, Morocco, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Oklahoma, Portugal, Regions, South Africa, South America, Spain, USA, Western Europe

April can be a fantastic time of year to get away and enjoy a city break. For many of our readers, it’s a time when temperatures are just starting to pick up a little, when destinations are beginning to open their doors more to tourists, and yet it isn’t a peak time to travel… meaning […]

Recipe of the week: The garden of the goose that laid the golden eggs

By Paul Johnson on Oct 06, 2017 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Portugal, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Belonging to the world of dreams and fantasy, the story of The Hen that Laid the Golden Eggs (in Portugal it is the story of The Hen that Laid the Golden Eggs, and not The Goose that Laid the Golden Eggs) “inspired” the whole world. Who never fantasized of such good fortune with that blessed […]

Autumn city breaks: Europe’s greatest capitals

By Rob Stross on Sep 21, 2017 in Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Hungary, Italy, Portugal, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

It’s that time of year again: uncertainty over whether to pack the umbrella (do it), doubt over whether to cycle in the rain (don’t do it), and the annual household argument over central heating (it’s definitely cold enough). Yep, Autumn is here. The onset of our third season also means that we can start deliberating […]

The ultimate luxury in Portugal

By Paul Johnson on Jul 25, 2017 in Accommodation, Europe, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Western Europe

Portugal’s Algarve is home to some of the most enchanting, dramatic coastlines to be found in Europe, not to mention the superb golf courses, delicious food and charming towns. The Portuguese are especially hospitable people, which makes a trip there even more enjoyable. Add to this the fact that the Algarve boasts some incredible, spectacular […]

8 vegan luxury experiences in Porto and the Douro Valley

By Paul Eyers on Jul 19, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Portugal, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

In a region that is known across the globe for fine wines, Port and creative cuisine, but not perhaps for plant based and vegan friendly luxury, we were excited and intrigued to head for Portugal and research our 8 vegan luxury experiences in Porto and the Douro Valley. The Yeatman The Yeatman is the first […]

Discover Alentejo: The Garden of Portugal

By Nick Munday on Mar 21, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Portugal, Regions, Western Europe

Covering around a third of Portugal, Alentejo offers a smooth transition from the hustle and bustle of Lisbon through to the glorious holiday resorts of the Algarve in the South. Affectionately labelled the ‘Garden of Portugal’, Alentejo is a diverse landscape of wildflower meadows, verdant vineyards and dense cork forests. The boundaries of this region […]

5 stylish reasons to visit Portugal

By Sangeeta Sadarangani on Mar 15, 2017 in Europe, Food and Drink, Portugal, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

The past few years A-listers (think David Beckham, Ronan Keating, Pamela Anderson…) have been flying to this tiny country to go under the radar and it is all very hush-hush. So until now, the 300 days of sunshine a year are reserved exclusively for those in the know. Portugal, unbeknownst to most is a glamorous […]

5 of the world’s most unique, romantic luxury hotels

By Sangeeta Sadarangani on Feb 11, 2017 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Chile, Europe, Honeymoons, Hotels, India, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Morocco, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Be the new romantic. No more do you need to check into a luxury hotel with a view of the Eiffel Tower or travel to Agra to prove your love, Venice and Hawaii are gorgeous, but there are destinations that are beyond. Romance like an A lister, leading tech influencer or… ex President and allow […]

4 of Europe’s most exclusive wine experiences

By Nichola Absalom on Jan 15, 2017 in Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hungary, Portugal, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

From the world-renowned Bordeaux region of France to the banks of the Rhine river, Europe is home to hundreds of wineries whose cellar doors are kept hospitably ajar, welcoming curious wine pilgrims inside to sample the spectrum of vintages on offer. But which offers the most exclusive and unforgettable experience for connoisseurs of the grape? […]

Corinthia Hotels offering 50% off annual sale!

By Paul Johnson on Jan 12, 2017 in Accommodation, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Hungary, Malta, Portugal, Russia, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Yes, you read that right. Corinthia Hotels is back with their superb annual sale so if you’re looking to book your next European getaway, look no further. If there’s one collection of European hotels that never fails to deliver a sense of luxury and wonder to its guests, it has to be Corinthia Hotels. Located […]

Portugal – 3 windows on medieval history

By Celine Renaud on Dec 12, 2016 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Portugal, Regions, Western Europe

Portugal attracts millions of tourists every year. Bordering on Spain in the east, Portugal stands guard over the vast North Atlantic Ocean, at the western end of the European continent. It provides tourists with enthralling opportunities to discover and with many hours of laid-back relaxation. Sunshine and sea, architecture and agriculture, history and nature, food […]

4 of the best places to celebrate New Year’s Eve in 2016

By Nick Munday on Nov 15, 2016 in Antigua and Barbuda, Caribbean, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, Portugal, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

It’s nearly that time of the year again, the time when we must decide and begin our preparations for New Year’s Eve before it’s too late. But rather than spend it in the familiar surroundings of yours or someone else’s home, this year, start the countdown and bring in the New Year abroad. (Don’t worry; […]

Top 5 big city breaks for independently-minded travellers

By Filip Boyen on Oct 31, 2016 in Asia, Australia, China, Eastern Europe, Europe, Latvia, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Portugal, Regions, Western Europe

Anyone reading this doesn’t need to be told where to go. On the contrary – the savvy traveller knows exactly where to go. But at the heart of it all, exploring and discovering is something we all crave when planning our holidays. Travel can refresh your senses and revitalise your take on the world, shaking […]

8 reasons why you really need to visit Cascais in Portugal

By Paul Johnson on Oct 13, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Portugal, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Portugal’s Cascais region is gaining a reputation as one of country’s best areas to visit. It is a place of wild coastlines, natural beauty, history, and Portugal’s famous cuisine and hospitality. And here are eight reasons why Cascais is becoming Portugal’s best region to visit: 1. It’s easy to get to Hugging mainland Europe’s most […]

5 things to do on a luxury stay in Madeira

By Olivier Templar-James on Jun 02, 2016 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Portugal, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Madeira is a really beautiful island and apart from its beautiful sights, a fascinating thing about it is the contrast in the weather. The northern and southern parts are different, with the north being more humid and it is also possible to travel from the sunny coast to mountain peaks donned in snow in the […]

10 of the best places to stay in Europe this Spring

By Paul Johnson on May 01, 2016 in Accommodation, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Featured, France, Greece, Hotels, Italy, Leisure Travel, Norway, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Spain, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Why wait until Summer to get away this year? The Spring can be the perfect time to get away – often that little bit quieter outside of the main season, but sometimes more enjoyable for exactly that reason. Go on… treat yourself with a stay at one of our top 10 places to stay in […]

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