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Lights, camera, action: 7 ways to go behind the scenes

By on Jun 14, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Cambodia, Celebrities, Egypt, India, Japan, Louisiana, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA, Vietnam, Worldwide

Visual effects in film may have advanced dramatically, but most directors still choose to shoot in real locations, taking advantage of some of the world’s most dramatic landscapes or filming in period settings that add authenticity to a scene. There’s something quite special about seeing these pseudo-fantasy locations in real life, adding an extra dimension […]

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7 alternative safaris to take you off the beaten track

By on May 22, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Arctic, Asia, Botswana, Brazil, Nepal, Polar Regions, Regions, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Worldwide

To come face-to-face with the incredible wildlife that walk this planet is surely one of the greatest adventures. But there’s more than one way to enjoy a safari these days than just sitting on a jeep. If you’re looking for a real heat-thumping wild encounter that gets you closer and takes you off the beaten […]

10 must-visit celebrity chef restaurants in hotels around the world

10 must-visit celebrity chef restaurants in hotels around the world

By on May 18, 2017 in Accommodation, Celebrities, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Mexico, Middle East, Nevada, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, USA, Worldwide

You’ve watched them on TV, bought their cookery books, and seen gushing articles referencing Michelin stars… and now they’re drawing diners in their droves to hotels around the world.  Read on for our top picks of the best famous-name hotel restaurants. Gary Rhodes’ Rhodes Twenty10 at Le Royal Méridien, Dubai Who: Gary Rhodes OBE is one […]

Top 7 destinations to see wildlife in its natural habitat

Top 7 destinations to see wildlife in its natural habitat

By on May 16, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Australia, Canada, Central America, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Leisure Travel, Montana, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Uganda, USA, Worldwide

As wildlife is now becoming more endangered than ever there are many different nature preserves that are doing everything they can to protect the wildlife. All of the hotels below are not only luxury places to stay and see wildlife in their natural habitats, but they are also assisting in the conservation of National Parks […]

5 of the world's most breathtaking hot air balloon flights

5 of the world’s most breathtaking hot air balloon flights

By on May 15, 2017 in Africa, Air Travel, Australia, Egypt, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Namibia, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Worldwide

Driving or hiking through incredible scenery is something most of us love to do on holiday. But imagine, instead, serenely floating above spectacular landscapes for a true birds-eye view of the beauty of nature.  Taking a hot air balloon flight over some of the most memorable locations on earth is something you are likely to […]

6 of the world's most spectacular sunsets

6 of the world’s most spectacular sunsets

By on May 13, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Australia, California, Cambodia, Chile, Europe, Kenya, North America, Norway, Oceania, Regions, South America, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

There are few things in life as simultaneously relaxing, exhilarating and life-affirming as watching a magnificent sunset. That small period of time when day turns into night provides so many special travelling moments. But these sunsets rise above the rest. They’re bona fide bucket-list material. How many have you been to? Would you recommend any […]

9 of the best volcanoes to visit

9 of the best volcanoes to visit

By on Apr 13, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Attractions, Central America, Congo, Democratic Republic of the, Costa Rica, Europe, Going Out, Hawaii, Iceland, Italy, Japan, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Washington, Western Europe, Worldwide

What more says adventure and jaw dropping experience than the sight of an erupting volcano. The sheer splendour of watching the natural vibrant glow of molten rock seep or explode out of the earth’s crust is incredible and quite simply never gets boring! Across the globe we have many accessible volcanoes in near and far […]

8 top picks for a scuba diving adventure of a lifetime

8 top picks for a scuba diving adventure of a lifetime

By on Apr 06, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Australia, Belize, Central America, Egypt, Europe, Featured, Iceland, Indonesia, Malaysia, Maldives, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Western Europe, Worldwide

Most of us are satisfied with exploring new countries or destinations, but are you fascinated by marine life and the underwater world? Do you love to snorkel, or is Scuba Diving more your thing? There are hundreds of great places you can go and learn or just simply try Scuba Diving for the first time, […]

5 of the best private island resorts in the world

5 of the best private island resorts in the world

By on Mar 31, 2017 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Bahamas, Caribbean, Featured, Hotels, Maldives, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Worldwide

Finding a holiday spot that offers utter seclusion and perfect relaxation is not as easy as you might think. If you want a piece of paradise all to yourself then a private island is the only place to go. Read my guide to the top 5 private island resorts. Four Seasons Private Island Maldives at […]

Top 5 luxury hotel perks and where to find them

Top 5 luxury hotel perks and where to find them

By on Mar 15, 2017 in Accommodation, Hotels, Regions, Worldwide

There are many great reasons to stay in luxury hotels, from round the clock attentive service, lavish bathrooms with separate rain showers and soaking tubs, in-room espresso machines, and superb amenities such as Michelin starred restaurants, swimming pools, and award winning spas. And by now savvy travelers understand how to reserve these hotels with complimentary […]

5 of the world's most extravagant luxury vacations

5 of the world’s most extravagant luxury vacations

By on Mar 13, 2017 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Bahamas, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, France, Hotels, Rail Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Western Europe, Worldwide

Are your luxury travel experiences just not luxurious enough? For those where money is absolutely no object, there are some truly exceptional – not to mention eye-wateringly expensive – options to consider. We spoke to our friends at FlightHub.com to find out the most extravagant luxury trips in the world. Here are five of the […]

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5 of most spectacular hotel arrivals in the world

By on Jan 27, 2017 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Asia, China, Hong Kong, Hotels, India, Maldives, Middle East, Oman, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates, Worldwide

Long gone are the days of arriving to a hotel to tediously queue at a lobby and await your turn so someone at the reception desk is free to attend to you. Luxury travelers demand more, much, much more. Many of the more boutique hotels and resorts have done away with reception desks, and even […]

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5 of the world’s most exclusive hotels with up to 70% off

By on Jan 21, 2017 in Accommodation, Chile, Europe, Featured, France, Hotels, Illinois, Middle East, North America, Regions, South America, Spain, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

As you can imagine I have stayed at some absolutely amazing hotels and resorts, which is definitely one of the perks of my job. Whether I am visiting an iconic city or one of the most beautiful holiday destinations in the world, I always like to get the best out of my trip, by matching […]

5 of the most exciting places to run your first marathon in 2017

5 of the most exciting places to run your first marathon in 2017

By on Jan 15, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Bhutan, Jordan, Kenya, Middle East, Oceania, Regions, Singapore, Tanzania, Worldwide

A commitment to getting fit is one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions. It often comes along with setting ourselves a challenge, something to accomplish in the coming year that will give a real sense of achievement. Now what if you could combine fitness, a challenge and a travel adventure? Five exciting marathons, all […]

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Here’s where the best New Year’s Eve celebrations were around the world

By on Jan 03, 2017 in Asia, Australia, Brazil, China, Europe, Events, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Leisure Travel, New York, North America, Oceania, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Another year has gone and there were some incredible festivities around the world. If your New Year’s Eve ended in the usual anti climax of queues and busy crowds in the same bar you go to all year, then why not plan something different to see out 2017? If you fancy planning a more exotic […]

Lights... camera... action! 10 film locations you must visit

Lights… camera… action! 10 film locations you must visit

By on Nov 26, 2016 in Asia, Attractions, Austria, California, Colorado, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Italy, Jordan, Leisure Travel, Middle East, New York, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Thailand, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

“Lights, camera, action…!” And you should definitely have your camera ready for these amazing breath taking film locations. So many times I have watched some fabulous films and been inspired by the backdrop, wishing I could be transported there or indeed know where they are in order to get my itinerary arranged and tickets booked […]