Category: Leisure Travel

5 unforgettable silver wedding anniversary holidays

5 unforgettable silver wedding anniversary holidays

By on May 04, 2017 in Africa, Asia, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Mozambique, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Thailand

Twenty-five years is an incredible milestone that should be acknowledged in every marriage. You’ve put a lot of time, patience and love into your marriage, so it’s about time you both treated yourselves to a well-earned celebration holiday! This is your opportunity to reminisce about the wonderful moments in your relationship, appreciate everything you have both been […]

5 ways to experience luxury in Berlin

5 ways to experience luxury in Berlin

By on Apr 27, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Europe, Germany, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Berlin, the capital city of Germany and a city that was so marked by numerous unfortunate events during its history, managed to rise and impress the world through its power and desire to be the best. It managed to exceed all the hardships that tried to destroy it in the past and is now today […]

Special feature: Fiat Ducato Auto-Roller 707 motorhome

Special feature: Fiat Ducato Auto-Roller 707 motorhome

By on Apr 26, 2017 in Accommodation, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Leisure Travel, Road Travel, Special Features, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Normally my special features are reserved for hotels and vacation rental accommodation, but last weekend we did something a little different. We’ve been travelling up and down the UK to attend our sons’ sailing events for a couple of years now, and have often contemplated what it would be like travelling in a campervan or […]

Special feature: Hazel Brow, Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales, UK

Special feature: Hazel Brow, Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales, UK

By on Apr 17, 2017 in Accommodation, Bars, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Situated in the village of Low Row in Swaledale, Hazel Brow – seen here in the centre of the photograph – is a beautiful property with period features and lots of character. It was built by a local landowner in 1860 and today sleeps up to 15 people on a self-catering basis, making it perfect for […]

Walking in Tanzania

Walking in Tanzania

By on Apr 13, 2017 in Africa, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

My first ever walking safari will always be one of my favourite safari experiences. It completely changed the way I looked at the environment and transformed my safari game drives, giving me a far better understanding of how the animals move within their environment. Looking at an elephant footprint and learning how you can tell […]

5 of the best art and architecture stops in Bath, England

5 of the best art and architecture stops in Bath, England

By on Apr 12, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

In the rural county of Somerset lies the charming city of Bath, offering one of the best-preserved sets of Roman baths, as well as some of the finest examples of English architecture – all in the city’s golden-coloured ‘Bath Stone’. For centuries, Bath has been a centre for British culture, boasting the Pride and Prejudice […]

Top 5 spa retreats in the English Lake District

Top 5 spa retreats in the English Lake District

By on Apr 07, 2017 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The English Lake District is home to some of the purest water sources in the world. In 2017 millions of pounds are being spent in the region capturing this liquid gold in the form of world-class spa experiences. Let’s take a closer look. The 2,362 km² mountain region splits into 13 glacial valleys, cradling 16 […]

5 great reasons to visit Malaysia

5 great reasons to visit Malaysia

By on Mar 31, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

An inspiring mix of wild nature and dynamic cities, Malaysia is a country of inspiring contrasts. It’s strategic trading position has provided a fertile ground for enterprise and exchange, creating stunning architecture, a good modern infrastructure and a welcoming diverse culture. With so many experiences on offer, here we’re sharing our top 5 reasons to […]

Top 5 golf courses in the Italian Alps

Top 5 golf courses in the Italian Alps

By on Mar 31, 2017 in Europe, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Its hard to envisage a more stunning location for golf than one found amongst the spectacular vistas of the Italian Alps. There are five particularly awe-inspiring courses which all deliver panoramic views and luxurious, bespoke facilities. Menaggio e Canebbia Golf Club Created 110 years ago, Menaggio e Cadenabbia Golf Clubis Italys second oldest golf club. […]

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An insider’s guide to the Dead Sea

By on Mar 23, 2017 in Attractions, Going Out, Israel, Jordan, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel

You’ll find the Dead Sea running in-between Israel and Jordan at the lowest point on earth. It is a hypersaline lake, with a salt content of over thirty percent, meaning that no aquatic life can survive in it, hence its name. The Dead Sea has a rich history, so floating in its waters is a […]

Divali

6 of India’s best festivals for the foreign traveller

By on Mar 22, 2017 in Asia, Events, India, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

India undoubtedly has the globe’s largest collection of events, festivals and happenings. The joyful clamour and colour of festivals spread their tentacles from the smallest villages to the largest cities, giving the most eye-opening glimpse into local culture. Ancient ceremonies and contemporary customs merge together to create the world’s most buzzing calendar of both religious […]

Spa or Sauna?

Top 5 luxury must-haves when choosing a ski chalet

By on Mar 18, 2017 in Accessories, Accommodation, Air Travel, Clothing, Leisure Travel, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, Vacation Rentals

In our opinion, you can experience luxury without spending a fortune – provided you are treated exceptionally well in an outstanding place. When you are looking for luxury, be sure to choose somewhere that provides these top five must-haves to make your stay, well, luxurious! 1. Arrive in style or book an all-day heli-ski day […]

5 breathtaking activities to experience in Malindi and Watamu in Kenya

5 breathtaking activities to experience in Malindi and Watamu in Kenya

By on Mar 15, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Featured, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

Kenya coast is one of the most sort-after vacation destinations in the world; it scores high on world travel awards as a frontier beach destination due to its clear and clean white sandy beaches. The warm climate there attracts lots of travelers during winter seasons. Luxurious accommodation around this area include; Lion Under the Sun, […]

The top 5 spa retreats in Mauritius

The top 5 spa retreats in Mauritius

By on Mar 14, 2017 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Mauritius, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

Mauritius is a beautiful Island in the southern India Ocean, renowned for its lush, jagged mountainous interior covered in tropical forest, beautiful beaches, surrounded by calm lagoons and coral reef which protects the Island. It is also a melting pot of cultures and cuisine, with some fabulous, luxury hotels, but best of all, is surprisingly […]

10 unmissable things to do in Provence

10 unmissable things to do in Provence

By on Mar 14, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

On a trip to Provence there are certain activities, sights and foods that should not be missed out on, some might say that you would not have seen the ‘real’ Provence should you miss them. We have composed a top ten guide for a few of the wonders this glorious part of France has to […]

15 ways to celebrate Saint Patrick's day

15 ways to celebrate Saint Patrick’s day

By on Mar 13, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Ireland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Friday the 17th March is Ireland’s Saint Patrick’s Day. Global monuments go green in cities all over the world to nod to our small country. Pubs and clubs fill with revelers enjoying the excuse to indulge, dressed head to foot in green and sing along to the latest singer songwriter that Ireland has produced. In […]