Category: Regions

Short stay: Slaley Hall, Slaley, Hexham, Northumberland, UK

Short stay: Slaley Hall, Slaley, Hexham, Northumberland, UK

By on May 01, 2018 in Accommodation, Attractions, Family Travel, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

Slaley Hall is a large hotel set in a 1,000 acre Northumberland estate, between Consett and Hexham, and part of the QHotels chain. This elegant Edwardian mansion enjoys a winding approach that gives a feeling of grandeur before you even reach the main building. Enjoying a rural location surrounded by moorland and forest, the hotel […]

Luxury travel Las Vegas style

Luxury travel Las Vegas style

By on Apr 30, 2018 in Accommodation, Hotels, Nevada, North America, Regions, Resorts, USA

They say what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas. And though this gambling capital of the world is known as “Sin City”, there are actually countless luxury and family experiences to be had. Between the countless breathtaking show options, gorgeous resorts, and pools, plus restaurants and local attractions, there is more than one way to […]

Paros Island is Greece’s new hot destination

Paros Island is Greece’s new hot destination

By on Apr 30, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Greece, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Paros Island is part of the Cyclades complex in the Aegean Sea, standing out for its long blonde sandy beaches, the local cuisine and the strong winds, which invite surfers from all over the world. The islandcites the heart of the Cycladic Islands, with serene landscapes, fertile valleys and rolling hills dotted with small churches […]

7 alternative experiences on 7 exclusive Greek islands

7 alternative experiences on 7 exclusive Greek islands

By on Apr 29, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, Greece, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

When vacationers think of Greece, the 3 “S’s” pop up in their heads: sea, sun and sand. Those are the top 3 reasons Greece is so appealing to all those who want to relax in the country where hospitality is a necessity and gastronomy is unbeatable. However, are those 3 “S’s” enough though? Can a […]

Summer in the Alps

Summer in the Alps

By on Apr 28, 2018 in Europe, France, Regions, Switzerland, Western Europe

Summer is on the horizon. As we near the end of another cold winter, those longer days that renew your soul are just around the corner. As winter awakens into spring and summer, the Alps are transformed from a fairytale winter wonderland into a riot of colour and a myriad of wild flowers dancing in […]

Top 5 wilderness and splendid isolation holidays

Top 5 wilderness and splendid isolation holidays

By on Apr 27, 2018 in Accommodation, Alaska, Argentina, Canada, Hotels, Leisure Travel, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel, USA

It’s not that you’re not sociable, you just want to get away from it all. Us too. For those off-the-grid moments that we all crave, here’s our pick of the five best remote places for when silence is golden. Clayoquot Wilderness Resort, British Colombia, Canada An intimate retreat in the picture-postcard backwaters of Clayoquot Sound in […]

On safari in 9 private houses: the perfect family trip

On safari in 9 private houses: the perfect family trip

By on Apr 26, 2018 in Accommodation, Africa, Camping, Kenya, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia

My own childhood memories of going on safari determined the entire arc of my adult life. In some way, those delicious safari feelings, smells and sights are the treasures that I have been chasing, ever since I came home from the Kruger Park for the first time. It wasn’t until I had my own children […]

Bush-Dog

The mysterious bush dog: a rare canine species in the Yasuní Biosphere Reserve

By on Apr 25, 2018 in Ecuador, Regions, South America

At one of the most bio diverse places on earth, Yasuní National Park and Biosphere Reserve, you have a unique opportunity to become one of the few people in the entire world who have seen the enigmatic “bush dog”! Increasingly rare, this adorable wild dog is one of the many endangered species we are pleased […]

grey tone castle blue sky italy

5 European escapes for Summer 2018

By on Apr 24, 2018 in Europe, Greece, Italy, Malta, Portugal, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

Summer 2018 is fast approaching and it’ll soon be time for us to jet-off to warmer climes across the globe for a week or two of sun-soaked relaxation. For some, the Caribbean is a major draw for its white-sandy beaches and crystal-clear coves whilst Bali appeals for its exotic culture. For those still seeking a […]

5 great reasons to visit Slovenia

5 great reasons to visit Slovenia

By on Apr 23, 2018 in Eastern Europe, Europe, Regions, Slovenia

Slovenia is one of those countries that many people have heard of, but few can quickly point to on a map. That’s mostly because its neighbors (Italy, Austria, Hungary, and Croatia) are considerably more popular among travelers. Unfortunately, that means that Slovenia often flies under the radar and doesn’t get the exposure it deserves, but […]

5 of the greatest manta ray diving sites in the Americas

5 of the greatest manta ray diving sites in the Americas

By on Apr 23, 2018 in Ecuador, Hawaii, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, USA

Those people who have dived alongside a giant manta ray — witnessing its gentle, elegant and avian-like motions — describe this creature’s actions as the closest thing to flying. A few years ago, contacts with these mysterious creatures were practically unknown on the coasts of Asian countries. In fact, these fish were about to disappear […]

8 reasons why you should visit Cordoba

8 reasons why you should visit Cordoba

By on Apr 23, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

One thousand years ago, Cordoba was Medieval Europe’s powerhouse, its cultural leader. And the tolerant Islamic caliphate was surprisingly modern: architects recycled Roman ruins for the Mezquita, liberal thinking Caliphs had both men and women in their harems. Whilst Western European peasants worried that their wattle-and-daub might not see out the winter the Cordoba folk were […]

12 delicious vegan dishes in Southeast Asia

12 delicious vegan dishes in Southeast Asia

By on Apr 23, 2018 in Asia, Cambodia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Indonesia, Philippines, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

We spend our time travelling to amazing places searching for the best vegan food in the world, here are 12 delicious vegan dishes in Southeast Asia that are definitely worth travelling for. The Farm at San Benito in the Philippines is leading the way for vegan luxury travel in the region, offering an all vegan […]

10 tasty farm-to-table restaurants in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts

10 tasty farm-to-table restaurants in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts

By on Apr 22, 2018 in Going Out, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Restaurants, USA

The Berkshires deeply rooted food culture is evident in its regional cuisine. Chefs have access to delicious local produce, meats, and dairy and expertly craft these seasonal offerings into delectable plates. The fields and farms of the Berkshires are more than a scenic landscape, they produce the tastiest seasonal offerings that give guests a taste […]

Gondola on Canal Grande with Santa Maria della Salute, Venice

Top 5 places to visit in the Mediterranean

By on Apr 22, 2018 in Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Greece, Italy, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

Beautiful beaches, historic port towns and a unique combination of cultures and cuisines are just a few of the reasons that the Mediterranean continues to be one of the most popular holiday and cruise destinations on the planet. From living “La Dolce Vita” in Italy’s floating city of Venice to exploring the cobbled streets of […]

bartolome galapagos islands

5 stunning examples of Galapagos beauty

By on Apr 21, 2018 in Attractions, Ecuador, Going Out, Regions, South America

The beauty of the Galapagos Islands is not something that can be explained- only experienced. The archipelago has 1336 km. of coastline, varying from floury white beaches to rocky cliffs, contrasted by crystalline waters. Moving further inland, Galapagos landscapes offer striking volcanic formations, arid deserts and rich sub-tropical forests, which are inhabited by some of […]