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Getting out and about in England during National Walking Month

By Paul Johnson on May 08, 2021 in Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The month of May has been declared as National Walking Month in Britain and, to mark the occasion, Visit England has rounded up some walking holidays, day-trip ideas and themed walking tours from across the country to get you inspired for your next walking adventure. Read on to learn more but remember to always check […]

5 amazing holistic healing retreats in Asia

By Joanne McFarlane on Apr 27, 2021 in Accommodation, Asia, Bhutan, India, Indonesia, Japan, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand

Over the last year, we’ve seen our physical and emotional selves suffer. We were isolated from family and friends, lost our health and wellness routines, and our grounding in life. As we begin to think about future travel adventures, how can we address the healing process and destress at the same time? Asia offers the […]

Top 5 spa and wellness hotels in Scotland

By Dorothy Welsh on Apr 20, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

In this post-Covid era most people are ready for a change of scenery after having spent so much time at home working, video conferencing, home-schooling the children, cooking, online networking and streaming. Travelling abroad or even within one’s own country has become something special. Being served again in a restaurant, beer garden, café or bar […]

Why a Kenyan safari is the most romantic couple’s getaway

By Calvin Cottar on Apr 19, 2021 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Honeymoons, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

Expectations are high when choosing a romantic couple’s getaway for you and your loved one. Only an exceptional experience will cut it, and rightly so! Be it a honeymoon, birthday or simply the chance to get away from it all, an escape to the privacy and tranquility of the bush is one of the best […]

The 8 best beaches of Sicily

By Daniela De Luca on Apr 18, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Leisure Travel, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

First of all, arm yourself with a hat and sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30! Once protected from the sun, which feels more African than Italian, you will be free to discover fine sand, wild rocks, deserted and hidden coves in the southernmost region of Italy, Sicily, the second-largest island of the country. […]

Discovering Croatia aboard brand-new luxury yacht Acapella

By Trina Howes on Apr 17, 2021 in Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Regions, Speciality Travel

Croatia is a favourite destination for sun lovers and culture seekers to engage with exceptional natural beauty and some of the world’s most outstanding world heritage sites, and it is possible to complete a whirlwind tour of all the greatest attractions in style with brand new luxury motor-sailer yacht ACAPELLA. Preserve your privacy, avoid crowded […]

The magical Ionian Islands of Greece

By Nicholas Dean on Apr 15, 2021 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, Greece, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

The Ionian Islands are an idyllic destination to experience the delights of a yacht charter in Greece. A line of stepping-stones across the sea, the mix of islands trail the western coast of mainland Greece. Ribbons of sand frame the undulating shoreline backed by dense woodland on soaring hills. Blessed with deep anchorages, sheltered coves […]

Springtime in Barcelona: cultural activities

By Sandra Roig on Apr 14, 2021 in Europe, Events, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Barcelona is the perfect place to visit all year round thanks to its warm Mediterranean climate. Springtime is particularly good to visit when the weather is pleasant and warm, but without the busyness and high temperatures of the Summer. Enjoy the warm weather with a step out into nature of one of Barcelona’s many famous […]

5 stunning Mallorcan villas with a pool

By Dan Frith on Apr 14, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

You may not know it but Mallorca has 262 beaches, so in theory you could book a luxury villa anywhere on the island and be within a short distance of a beach and the shimmering azure waters of the Mediterranean. But get real for a minute, why would you not want a pool with your […]

When travel to the Austrian Alps resumes, Kitzbühel is waiting with a warm Tirolean welcome

By Paul Johnson on Apr 11, 2021 in Austria, Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

2020 was a year we will never forget, and for many that also meant no holiday at all. Strict travel restrictions are still in place across much of Europe, but as vaccine programmes roll out, we can look ahead to better times, and that means planning that first big trip, reconnecting with loved ones, and […]

10 reasons you must do a luxury small ship cruise in Croatia

By Graham Carter on Apr 08, 2021 in Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Regions, Speciality Travel

A luxury small ship cruise in Croatia is an exceptional way to see the country and its idyllic islands, as well as enjoying the glistening views and undisturbed sounds of the Adriatic Sea. With a relatively small number of passengers on board, the luxury ships that sail across Croatia’s coast are modern and offer all […]

5 fun things to do in Mallorca

By Dan Frith on Mar 29, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Mallorca really does have it all. With no less than 262 beaches to choose from with a total length of 50 km, Mallorca boasts an amazingly diverse coastline to gladden the heart of every beach lover. Deserted calas, white sandy family beaches or rocky bays… take your pick. Then there’s the Sierra Tramuntana, a spectacular […]

Top 5 beach resorts in Italy

By Guido Graf on Mar 28, 2021 in Europe, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Italy has thousands of miles of coastland along the Mediterranean. Four seas within the peninsula lap against the country’s sublime shores. Besides, the Adriatic Sea borders the east, the Tyrrhenian and Ligurian Seas are on the west coast, and the Ionian to the south. Beaches and coves boast stunning scenery, great towering cliffs, shimmering clear […]

9 great ‘family-bubble vacations’ in Ecuador

By Alfonso Tandazo on Mar 27, 2021 in Ecuador, Family Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

As the world slowly recovers from COVID-19 and borders gradually start to open, families are increasingly anxious to again set out exploring the world. However, these intrepid souls are much more cognizant of the need for destinations that make it easy to maintain social distancing, avoid public transportation and evade crowded tourist areas. In this […]

6 best camps to sleep under the stars in Kenya

By Graham Carter on Mar 26, 2021 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Camping, Hotels, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

Although the wildlife in Kenya is second-to-none, the stargazing experience is definitely worth mentioning. On a clear night, the stars in the sky are crystal-clear and quite often constellations can be seen. It is said that a naked eye can see up to 2000-3000 stars at a time when you gaze into the sky. In […]

My favorite golf resorts for non-golfers in the American South

By Eric Hrubant on Mar 25, 2021 in Accommodation, Leisure Travel, North America, North Carolina, Regions, Resorts, South Carolina, Speciality Travel, USA

For golfers and non-golfers alike, these three southern golf resorts provide a perfect luxury getaway. I must begin by stating that I’m not a golfer. I love looking at golf courses, and I’m a fan of the stylish outfits all the golfers wear these days, but a golfer, I am not. That said, golf resorts […]

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