Category: Leisure Travel

10 chartered vacation retreats in Ecuador and its Galapagos Islands

10 chartered vacation retreats in Ecuador and its Galapagos Islands

By on Jun 18, 2021 in Accommodation, Ecuador, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Rail Travel, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals
Here, in the pint-sized South American nation of Ecuador, the massive re-opening of some of the most amazing — yet safe — nature vacations has begun. Whether in the stunning Galapagos Islands, deep in the Amazon, along the dazzling Pacific coast, or high in the Andes, a whole range of accommodations can be chartered for
Top 5 high-end experiences in Scotland

Top 5 high-end experiences in Scotland

By on Jun 17, 2021 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Leisure Travel, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Scotland is much more than castles, whisky and tartan. It is also much more than just the Highlands. If visitors are looking for a unique and unforgettable experience, there is an abundance of opportunities. For luxurious accommodation the days of rigidly formal 5-star hotels and traditional castle accommodation have gone. The investors in luxury brands
5 reasons to explore Turkey and Greece by luxury yacht charter

5 reasons to explore Turkey and Greece by luxury yacht charter

By on Jun 15, 2021 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Greece, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turkey, Western Europe
Greece and Turkey are welcoming tourists back to the Eastern Mediterranean for a safe and spectacular summer, and a luxury charter yacht grants adventurous groups the opportunity to roam the crystalline Ionian and Aegean seas in style. There are five great reasons to choose a yacht for your next getaway break with family, friends or
Top 5 golf resorts in Catalonia

Top 5 golf resorts in Catalonia

By on Jun 14, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Catalonia is the perfect destination for a golf holiday. With good year-round weather and world-class courses, it is any golfer’s dream to be able to play in this north-eastern region of Spain. It is hard to imagine a more perfect location than one set among the beautiful Catalonian countryside. The variation in the landscape creates
Petrols wave at Six Senses Laamu

Surfing in the Maldives

By on Jun 07, 2021 in Asia, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Regions, Speciality Travel
Daring travellers on the lookout for future adventures should start planning for a surf trip to the Maldives, where they can experience sensational swells and a true surfer’s paradise away from the crowds. Unknown to many travellers, the Maldives is amongst the world’s leading surf spots thanks to its uncrowded waves, mellow barrels and long
Best beaches for your dog in Tuscany

Best beaches for your dog in Tuscany

By on May 31, 2021 in Europe, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
The time for that long-awaited holiday has finally come. For many travellers who have decided to spend their vacation in Italy, planning the trip involves making a hard choice: do I leave my faithful friend behind with relatives or boarded in kennels, or do I take him with me? When going to the Tuscan coast,
Top 5 golf hotels in Scotland

Top 5 golf hotels in Scotland

By on May 23, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe
With the arrival of spring, it is time to go outdoors, enjoy nature and do it responsibly, leaving no trace behind! Paths are there to be explored on leisurely walks, long-distance trails want to be hiked and discovered. Cycling routes can be enjoyed, maybe while pedalling along on a new bicycle or even with the
Luxury safari and beach holidays in Kenya - the best of both worlds

Luxury safari and beach holidays in Kenya - the best of both worlds

By on May 19, 2021 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel
We can say – with the certainty that comes from years of living here – that when travelling to Africa the famous proverb ‘you can’t have your cake and eat it’ can be firmly put to one side. Because, at least in the case of East Africa, you most definitely can indulge in the best
The Great Migration, Tanzania

7 reasons why Tanzania should be on your bucket list

By on May 14, 2021 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania
Located in East Africa, Tanzania is a country home to the tallest peak in Africa and the most dramatic caldera on Earth. In the north are some of the most iconic landmarks and parks on the continent – such as Mount Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Although Disney’s Lion King was loosely filmed
Planning to travel with kids? These are some of the best places to consider!

Planning to travel with kids? These are some of the best places to consider!

By on May 12, 2021 in Africa, Asia, Family Travel, Featured, Indonesia, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Middle East, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates
While vaccinations are going forward, an increasing number of travellers are starting to plan new adventures as for most it has been way too long since their last escape into another world. This also goes for the children that have endured months of online classes, missed playing with their friends or just being able to
Getting out and about in England during National Walking Month

Getting out and about in England during National Walking Month

By 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
Top 5 spa and wellness hotels in Scotland

Top 5 spa and wellness hotels in Scotland

By 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

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

By 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

The 8 best beaches of Sicily

By 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.
The magical Ionian Islands of Greece

The magical Ionian Islands of Greece

By 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

Springtime in Barcelona: cultural activities

By 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