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10 of the best festivals around the world to visit in January 2023

By Paul Johnson on Dec 20, 2022 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Central America, China, Europe, Events, India, North America, Oceania, Panama, Regions, South Africa, Spain, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Utah, Western Europe, Worldwide

January is a great time to travel the world as many popular destinations experience pleasant weather and fewer crowds. No matter where you go, you can expect to find a variety of cultural events and festivals taking place.

7 must-visit National Parks in the Southwest USA

By Andrew Morten on Apr 11, 2022 in Arizona, California, North America, Regions, USA, Utah

From the Joshua trees in California to the hoodoos of Utah, get to know places so beautiful they often feel out of this world.

Photograph of the week: Canyonlands, Mesa Arch, Utah, USA

By Paul Johnson on Oct 28, 2020 in Attractions, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA, Utah

They say that Moab, Utah is the adventure capital of the American Southwest. It is easy to understand why. The never-ending opportunities of outdoor activities; mountain biking, hiking, mountaineering, rafting, kayaking, and sky-diving, are the tip of the proverbial iceberg as far as activities go. The scenery is magical, and not one, but two breathtaking,

Top 5 most amazing hotels to put on your bucket list

By Kristof Eyckmans on Oct 04, 2020 in Accommodation, Africa, Chile, Fiji, Hotels, Madagascar, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, South America, USA, Utah

During these troubled times in which the world and especially the tourism industry is finding itself, we can’t ignore the fact that the longer this crisis is taking, the more we are dreaming of those ultimate holidays. And who can blame us, I mean, how many regret not taking that extra trip earlier this year,

Photograph of the week: Sunset at Zion Canyon, Zion National Park, Utah Mountains

By Paul Johnson on Mar 04, 2020 in Attractions, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA, Utah

There are many wonderful places to hike in the world. But how many of them are painted in shades of vivid vermillion – from path to cliff to sky? Zion National Park in Utah, USA, proffers just such a vision. You have to see it to believe it. Zion National Park offers visitors some of

5 of the most unusual places to stay around the world

By Thomas Ryves on May 10, 2019 in Accommodation, Africa, Camping, Europe, Hotels, Italy, North America, Peru, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, South America, Tanzania, USA, Utah, Western Europe

As the world becomes smaller, travellers are getting ever more adventurous and are not content with merely treading the well-worn holiday paths. They are seeking out unique hotels, in exceptional destinations, which also offer memorable experiences while they are there. Here are some of our favourite places to stay, from a pod on the side

The world's largest connected ski areas

By Craig Burton on Feb 12, 2019 in Austria, Europe, France, Italy, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Utah, Western Europe

When it comes to ski resorts, for some people, size isn’t everything. Many skiers are happy cruising around smaller areas coated with trees and idyllic villages without getting bored of skiing the same slopes repetitively. That said, for some skiers and boarders, not having a vast wealth of ski area so that you can see

Top 5 luxury ski destinations in the USA

By Craig Burton on Jan 07, 2018 in California, Colorado, Featured, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Utah

A country where mountains are impressively huge, snowfall is pristine and champagne powder is de rigueur: the USA certainly has sublime ski territory. We’ve chosen our favourite spots for a truly indulgent trip to the slopes. Aspen, Colorado Aspen has four spectacular mountains to choose from: Snowmass – home to the largest lift-served vertical descent

Top 3 best designed resorts in the world

By Chinmoy Lad on Dec 25, 2016 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Hotels, Maldives, North America, Regions, Resorts, Tanzania, USA, Utah

What makes a resort special? Food, service and location are three key commonly stated factors, but the design of any resort plays an important role in tying the resort to its location through its style and the materials used. The design can also epitomise the soul of the particular resort or an overarching value to

10 of the best places to stay in North America this Spring

By Paul Johnson on May 05, 2016 in California, Canada, Featured, Mexico, Missouri, Montana, North America, Pennsylvania, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA, Utah, Washington

As the ground thaws and flowers blossom, there’s never been a better time take advantage of North America’s natural beauty. Springtime is the perfect opportunity to take time out and enjoy the outdoors, and one of the best times to explore or take a romantic break. Get some inspiration for where to go this season from

The US National Parks centenary year

By Sandra Potter on Mar 17, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Alaska, Attractions, California, Colorado, Going Out, Idaho, Leisure Travel, Maine, Montana, North America, North Carolina, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tennessee, USA, Utah, Wyoming

2016 sees the centenary of the establishment of the National Park Service by President Woodrow Wilson on 25 August 1916. What a far sighted man he was! There were already 35 parks in existence; Yellowstone, the first National Park, having been established in 1872. The National Park System of the United States now includes more

10 top tips for a VIP snow vacation in Park City, Utah

By Janice Nieder on Feb 11, 2016 in Accommodation, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Utah, Vacation Rentals

Skiers in the know have long touted Utah as having the “Greatest Snow on Earth”; perhaps just one of the reasons Vail Resorts Inc. bought Park City Mountain Resort for $182.5 million last year. They recently completed a $50 million renovation unveiling their Quicksilver Gondola that connects the former Canyons and Park City Mountain Resort,

6 travel trend predictions for 2016

By Paul Johnson on Jan 02, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Arizona, Asia, Central America, Costa Rica, Europe, Italy, Nepal, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, USA, Utah, Western Europe

Explore, the adventure travel specialist, has predicted the key travel trends for the coming year and there is lots to look forward to with more than 90 new trips added to Explore’s portfolio as well as plenty of old favourites. Ashley Toft, Managing Director of Explore commented, “2016 is set to be another exciting year

Photograph of the week: The Milky Way over Delicate Arch, Utah

By Paul Johnson on Jun 03, 2015 in Attractions, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA, Utah

The Milky Way rises over Delicate Arch, an 80-feet tall, free-standing sandstone arch in Arches National Park, Utah. The most widely recognised of the park’s 2,000 arches, Delicate Arch has become the unofficial symbol of Utah, appearing on the state’s license plates and reproduced in countless publications. Unfortunately, such an iconic landmark is bound to

Top 10 places to see the stars

By Tom Marchant on Jul 31, 2014 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Bolivia, Chile, China, Europe, Indonesia, Namibia, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, South America, Sweden, USA, Utah, Western Europe, Worldwide

Minimal light pollution, meteors streaking across the sky and the glow of the Milky Way. The dark skies as nature intended are becoming rarer, but as soon as you step out of the luminous cities and into the wilderness, you won’t believe your eyes as you take in over 15,000 shimmering fireballs lighting up the

Top 8 unusual luxury retreats

By Tom Marchant on Jun 25, 2014 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Europe, Finland, Germany, Hotels, Indonesia, Italy, North America, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Sweden, Tanzania, USA, Utah, Western Europe

There are countless beautiful hotels these days, with luxurious interiors and perfect locations making them pretty hard to beat. But we’ve been seeking something a little more extraordinary. From incredible tree houses you’ve always dreamed about to hidden underwater boltholes, we’ve uncovered the best places for a unique yet luxurious get away. A night in an igloo?

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