Category: Leisure Travel

Into the Glacier - what to expect on a journey into the heart of the Langjökull glacier, Iceland

Into the Glacier - what to expect on a journey into the heart of the Langjökull glacier, Iceland

By on Sep 27, 2022 in Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, Going Out, Iceland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
For an Icelandic experience with a difference, we heartily recommend Into the Glacier which can be visited as part of a tour from Reykjavik or by self-driving to Husafell or Klaki basecamp.
Exploring Iceland's Fagradalsfjall volcano site

Exploring Iceland's Fagradalsfjall volcano site

By on Sep 25, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, Going Out, Iceland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Instead of driving straight to our hotel after collecting our bags at the airport, we instead headed for Grindavik so that we could explore the Fagradalsfjall volcano site.
Why a safari should be your next romantic getaway

Why a safari should be your next romantic getaway

By on Sep 23, 2022 in Africa, Honeymoons, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel
For those who may have lost faith in the idea of romance and feel it is rather overrated, you need something extra-special to make you believe in it again. It is time you went on a safari together in Africa!
Car rental in Iceland - what you need to know

Car rental in Iceland - what you need to know

By on Sep 19, 2022 in Europe, Iceland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
There are many things to be aware of when renting a car in Iceland. This guide covers a number of issues you'll want to consider.
Short stay: Edgar House, Chester, UK

Short stay: Edgar House, Chester, UK

By on Sep 17, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
Formerly a boutique hotel, Chester's white-painted Edgar House is one of the city's most iconic residences.
Yachting holidays: Caribbean destinations for a winter luxury yacht charter

Yachting holidays: Caribbean destinations for a winter luxury yacht charter

By on Sep 14, 2022 in Belize, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Central America, Cruises & Boat Travel, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Saint Lucia, Speciality Travel, Turks and Caicos, US Virgin Islands
If the cool Autumn breeze on your neck already has you longing to return to summer, then a Caribbean luxury yacht charter is just the remedy you seek to escape the dreary Winter months to come.
6 ways to get active in Munster Vales

6 ways to get active in Munster Vales

By on Sep 09, 2022 in Europe, Ireland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Summer might be over but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to plan a trip to Munster Vales, located in the beautiful south of Ireland.
Top 5 scenic drives in India

Top 5 scenic drives in India

By on Sep 06, 2022 in Asia, India, Leisure Travel, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel
From the winding mountain roads of Kashmir to the serene backwaters of Kerala, India is home to some of the most memorable drives on the planet.
Short stay: Dittisham Hideaway, Dittisham, Devon, UK

Short stay: Dittisham Hideaway, Dittisham, Devon, UK

By on Aug 26, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
Dittisham Hideaway, the latest venture from hotelier and entrepreneur, Peter de Savary and his wife Lana, consists of a luxury collection of treenhouses, shepherds huts and a 1950s American Airsteam.
Short stay: Cary Arms and Spa, Babbacombe, Devon, UK

Short stay: Cary Arms and Spa, Babbacombe, Devon, UK

By on Aug 25, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe
The upscale Cary Arms and Spa is nestled among rocks that are perched over Babbacombe Bay in south-east Devon, an area twice visited by Queen Victoria when she was in her late twenties and early thirties.
Windermere in a day - there's so much to do!

Windermere in a day - there's so much to do!

By on Aug 22, 2022 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
There is so much to see and do in and around Windermere, so condensing it into one day is more than a little tricky. Here’s an idea of what to do.
Where is the best place for a safari - East or Southern Africa?

Where is the best place for a safari - East or Southern Africa?

By on Aug 21, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Burundi, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Mozambique, Namibia, Regions, Rwanda, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
The two main safari regions are East Africa and Southern Africa, and each holds its own unique natural and cultural treasures.
Happiness is Hermanus

Happiness is Hermanus

By on Aug 20, 2022 in Accommodation, Africa, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel
Meandering along a narrow stretch of land between the mountains, the spectacular sea cliffs and the Indian Ocean shoreline is Hermanus, surrounded on all sides by nature.
Love swimming and travel? Here are 10 products you won't want to be without on your next trip

Love swimming and travel? Here are 10 products you won't want to be without on your next trip

By on Aug 08, 2022 in Accessories, Clothing, Gadgets, Leisure Travel, Photography, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment
The chances are that at some point in your travels, you've been swimming. Whatever your swimming ability, here are some items that you might like to consider for your next trip.
27 events taking place across England this August Bank Holiday

27 events taking place across England this August Bank Holiday

By on Aug 07, 2022 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Family Travel, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
As Summer continues, England is all set to celebrate the August Bank Holiday weekend (27-29 Aug 2022) with a host of events and experiences.
Why Wakatobi Resort is a must-visit for avid snorkelers

Why Wakatobi Resort is a must-visit for avid snorkelers

By on Aug 01, 2022 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel
Avid snorkeling enthusiasts want pristine reefs away from the crowds, such as at Wakatobi Resort, where ideal conditions and diverse ecosystems provide hours of in-water enjoyment.