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Beach destinations to die for

By Nabeel Shariff on Jul 24, 2019 in Africa, Asia, Attractions, Australia, Featured, Going Out, Indonesia, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Oceania, Philippines, Regions, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Worldwide

For many countries around the globe, the summer holidays are just about to begin, while others have already begun. With the kid’s off school, now’s the best time to whisk your family off for the perfect Muslim friendly summer holiday. If you’re aren’t as lucky as other destinations that get to enjoy the sun almost […]

Photograph of the week: Mount Kirkjufell and Kirkjufellsfoss, Iceland

By Paul Johnson on Jul 24, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Iceland, Regions, Western Europe

At 463 metres (1,519 feet), Kirkjufell mountain in Iceland is hardly a towering behemoth. (For reference, Mount Everest is 8,850 metres/29,035 feet.) This doesn’t make it any less arresting, however. What makes this Iceland’s most photographed mountain? A combination of things. Its unique, pyramid-like shape. A landscape of ever-changing, always exquisite colours. The picture-perfect three-forked […]

Finding the perfect holiday shot

By Simon Tregoning on Jul 23, 2019 in Europe, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Photographs make for the perfect holiday souvenir, where you can capture the moment to look back on in years to come and to be treasured forever. We’ve compiled a list of exciting photography opportunities for your next adventure, whether you’re venturing to the coast or the countryside. Switching up your commute in the Isle of […]

Top 5 destinations for a luxury honeymoon

By Dave Warne on Jul 22, 2019 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Botswana, Cambodia, Europe, Honeymoons, Italy, Leisure Travel, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Rwanda, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Thailand, Vietnam, Western Europe

From dining under the stars at a lantern-lit beach table to sipping champagne from a private infinity pool and watching wildlife from a safari camp, a honeymoon is a chance to head on what is truly your dream luxury holiday. So, we’ve picked out some of the very best places to celebrate after your big […]

A stunning new villa concept has launched in the western Algarve

By Paul Johnson on Jul 22, 2019 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Portugal, Regions, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

A new, exclusive villa concept has launched in the western Algarve. LUX MARE is a luxury holiday rental collection with two of the most stunning contemporary properties on the Portuguese shoreline. It all began when a Norwegian couple decided to build on their years of holidaying in the Algarve. Their unrivaled passion for the region […]

Luxury travel news this week

By Paul Johnson on Jul 21, 2019 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Attractions, Canada, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]

A gourmet guide to Provence

By Su Stephens on Jul 20, 2019 in Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Even in a country as devoted to eating as France, there is something special about feasting in Provence. Provence provides endless sunshine, the French Riviera, home to Cézanne and a colourful countryside. It is this landscape that defines the classical Provençal cuisine with mineral-rich sea and soil responsible for extraordinary flavours. Rocky hillsides are infused […]

Inspiration on the French Riviera

By Nicholas Dean on Jul 20, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, France, Going Out, Regions, Western Europe

So much more than just a coastline, the French Riviera is dotted with hidden gems steeped in local history, excellent cuisine and artists hideaways, discretely located alongside the region’s world-renowned glamour. Head inland from the waterfront bustle to explore towns immersed in rich Mediterranean culture, where pristine vineyards hug hillside contours and an array of […]

Top 10 beaches in Greece

By Maria Nikolakaki on Jul 19, 2019 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

It’s summer and we have already begun our refreshing dips in the clear waters in Greece. As we are relaxing by the water we can’t help but wonder where to go for our summer vacations. A brilliant idea would be to book at an island that has been voted to have one of the best […]

Top 5 adventure activities in Malawi (beyond safaris)

By Kelly White on Jul 18, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Family Travel, Leisure Travel, Malawi, Regions, Speciality Travel

Although visitors look to most African destinations primarily for their safari experiences, there are plenty of other great outdoor and water-based adventure activities on offer, and Malawi is one country that has a surprisingly wide choice of activities available to enjoy despite its relatively small size. The calm, clear waters of Lake Malawi are a […]

Beat the heat – 9 reasons Winter in New Zealand is a winner

By Veronika Vermeulen on Jul 18, 2019 in New Zealand, Oceania, Regions

As the days lengthen and the temperatures continue to rise in the Northern Hemisphere… Winter is in full swing in our little slice of paradise. New Zealand’s unique location in the far south creates a special opportunity for savvy travellers to escape those long hot dog days of summer. School is out for the long […]

Food and wine tastings not to be missed in Greece

By George Koletsos on Jul 18, 2019 in Europe, Food and Drink, Greece, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

There is no better country to go to and have food and wine tastings as Greek culture is intertwined with tasty and healthy food as well as delicious wine to accompany it. Below we have hand picked the most fun and fulfilling tastings at various destinations in Greece that will leave your taste buds satisfied. […]

5 things to do in Iceland in Summer, for the more discerning traveler

By Ryan Connolly on Jul 17, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Iceland, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Traveling to Iceland in the Summer can be both magical and tricky. On the one hand you may be rewarded with great weather and flourishing flora. On the other it is often hailed as the ‘busy time of year’ with hotel spaces sometimes being hard to come by if booking last minute. But if you […]

The 6 most luxurious casinos in the world

By Kristof Eyckmans on Jul 17, 2019 in Africa, Asia, China, Europe, Germany, Leisure Travel, Monaco, Nevada, North America, Regions, Singapore, South Africa, Speciality Travel, USA, Western Europe

We all like to play some of the casino games from time to time. But some of us prefer to enjoy the real experience, and these are the most luxurious casinos in the world to spend both your cash and your time. Marina Bay Sands, Singapore This casino doesn’t really need any introduction. This landmark […]

Top 5 ways to be prepared for a day of backcountry skiing

By Nadine Robb on Jul 17, 2019 in Asia, Japan, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

Backcountry skiing is one of the most exciting and nature immersing of all winter pursuits. As with many sports of its kind it is accompanied by risk, but fortunately for us some well directed preparation can go a long way in minimising those risks. Here are 5 ways to be prepared for a day of […]

Photograph of the week: Glencoe, Scotland, UK

By Belinda Rose-Innes on Jul 17, 2019 in Europe, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Glencoe, in the Scottish Highlands, is beautiful. The kind of beautiful that takes your breath away. But looks can be deceiving. Undoubtedly one of Scotland’s most scenic glens, and even voted Scotland’s most romantic glen, Glencoe is also a land steeped in bloodshed. Treachery. Murder. It was 5am on the freezing winter morning that was […]

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