Category: Leisure Travel

5 top tips to get the most out of your trip to Disney World

5 top tips to get the most out of your trip to Disney World

By on Nov 23, 2017 in Attractions, Family Travel, Florida, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA
For many people, Disney is a once in a lifetime type of vacation.  No matter what your age, there really is something for everyone, but your time is limited so how can you be sure you get to see and do the most important experiences. Having spent almost every year for the last year going
8 festive Christmas events on the East Coast

8 festive Christmas events on the East Coast

By on Nov 22, 2017 in Attractions, Events, Georgia, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Maine, North America, North Carolina, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA
The United States festively celebrates the holiday season, from coast to coast. Because it’s impossible to compare all of the events over this expansive nation, we’ve zeroed in on the East Coast with 8 events we hope you’ll love. Omni Grove Park Inn National Gingerbread House Competition – Asheville, NC Every year, the biggest gingerbread competition
Top 5 beaches to visit when cruising Ibiza and Formentera by yacht

Top 5 beaches to visit when cruising Ibiza and Formentera by yacht

By on Nov 20, 2017 in Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
One of the best ways to experience the stunning islands of Ibiza and Formentera is by yacht. Here’s our top five recommended beaches to visit when cruising by yacht: Las Salinas Renowned as of the best and most cosmopolitan beaches in Ibiza, Las Salinas – which is located at the southern-most tip of Ibiza –
The best unique experiences in Antarctica

The best unique experiences in Antarctica

By on Nov 20, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Antarctic, Cruises & Boat Travel, Leisure Travel, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel
As Christmas approaches us once again, the winter sun holidays are as popular as ever. However, for many travellers, this time of year signals the ideal opportunity to visit colder regions and really embrace the spirit of this snowy season. As the southern hemisphere begins to warm, we slip into winter, and it opens up
Fishing in Paradise: the best spots on Earth to fish

Fishing in Paradise: the best spots on Earth to fish

By on Nov 18, 2017 in Africa, Bahamas, Belize, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Leisure Travel, Regions, Seychelles, Speciality Travel
Fishing is not everybody’s idea of a good time… Alarm going off at 3.45, grabbing the box of maggots out of the fridge, pulling on smelly wellies, getting in a cold car, sitting by a cold river, eating sandwiches with fishy hands – there are a few downsides, that’s for sure. But, of course, not
Ski the Summit: the top 5

Ski the Summit: the top 5

By on Nov 16, 2017 in Colorado, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA
New flights into the mile-high city of Denver have made access into the snow-sure Colorado resorts easier than ever and from Denver the only way is up and along the I-70 to the aptly named Summit County comprising no less than 12 ski resorts.  At 2,926 metres, Breckenridge is the highest ski resort village: nearby
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Honeymoon in Bali? Here's some planning advice

By on Nov 16, 2017 in Asia, Food and Drink, Honeymoons, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Bali, without doubt one of the top honeymoon destinations in the world right now. And rightly so. With so much variety of culture mixed with romantic settings and upmarket hospitality, it has everything required for an enjoyable and memorable honeymoon. But for those travelling from the UK and visiting Bali (and possibly Asia) for the
Top 10 luxury things to do on your Orlando trip

Top 10 luxury things to do on your Orlando trip

By on Nov 14, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Florida, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Vacation Rentals
A holiday to Orlando is high on many people’s bucket list. With such famous sites as Disney World and SeaWorld, it is easy to see why. This is prime luxury holiday territory, so it is little wonder the desire to go to town is high for many travelers. There are so many fabulous things to
Skiing on the glacier high above Tignes

Top 5 resorts for glacier skiing

By on Nov 14, 2017 in Austria, Europe, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe
Over the last few ski seasons, in the Alps, the snow down at lower altitudes has started showing up later than expected. Is this a natural cycle, or is climate change the culprit? That’s a debate for another day. Thankfully the snow always shows up but it’s squeeky bum time for anyone who booked the
5 of Africa’s best eco-lodges

5 of Africa’s best eco-lodges

By on Nov 10, 2017 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Mozambique, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Zambia
Africa boasts an incredible selection of stunning places to stay, from beach resorts on otherwise uninhabited islands to stylish boutique hotels in thriving cities. Eco-tourism is defined by The International Ecotourism Society as “responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the welfare of local people”. This has motivated us to seek out
Pila Italy

Top 5 hidden gem ski resorts in the world

By on Nov 09, 2017 in Asia, Austria, Canada, Colorado, Europe, Italy, Japan, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide
What could be more luxurious than having your own slice of ski heaven? Quiet slopes are just as important as perfect powder and first-class services, which is why we’ve put together our top five secret ski destinations in the world. Pila, Italy Pila has the sought-after combination of being both lively and intimate: its small
5 reasons to choose The Three Peaks for a Winter holiday in the Dolomites

5 reasons to choose The Three Peaks for a Winter holiday in the Dolomites

By on Nov 05, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, Going Out, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
The ski resort of Three Peaks Dolomites is located in South Tyrol amidst the Unesco World Heritage Dolomites. It remains an undiscovered and uncrowded ski experience even after winning multiple awards. The ski runs are perfectly groomed and with an efficient system of man made snow, skiing is always guaranteed. Providing more than 100 km
Short stay: Chestnut Cottage, Arbor Holiday and Knightcote Farm Cottages, Warwickshire

Short stay: Chestnut Cottage, Arbor Holiday and Knightcote Farm Cottages, Warwickshire

By on Oct 29, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
Our latest stay was at Chestnut Cottage close to the wonderfully-named village of Bishops Itchington – a VisitEngland 5 Star Gold Award property located just a short distance from the M40 motorway in Warwickshire, and listed on the Premier Cottages website. Premier Cottages’ collection features almost 1,000 four and five-star self-catering cottages across the UK.
Asia's 10 most beautiful train journeys

Asia's 10 most beautiful train journeys

By on Oct 28, 2017 in Asia, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Myanmar, Rail Travel, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam
An atmospheric train ride is second to none. The perfect way to get to know a country’s landscapes and customs, train trips transform perfunctory journey time into an experience in itself. There are myriad fantastic routes across Asia to choose from, ranging from the more upscale first-class carriages to those which are more basic, but
Top 5 Lake District treks

Top 5 Lake District treks

By on Oct 23, 2017 in Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Treks around the epic mountain and lake scenery of England’s largest National Park, the Lake District, continue to be the feature as well as inspiration for blockbuster movies, novels and famous artworks. From Star Wars to the soon-to-be-released live action remake of Peter Rabbit by Sony Pictures, the Lake District is a hotbed of cultural
5 of South America’s most romantic spots

5 of South America’s most romantic spots

By on Oct 18, 2017 in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Honeymoons, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel
For those in search of a romantic experience that’s different from what’s found in a typical vacation package, South America offers some of the most amorous destinations in the world. These getaway havens not only mean dinners by candlelight, long dreamy-eyed walks on the beach, and accommodations with all the creature comforts, they stand apart for