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Why Ireland should be your next Summer destination

By Paul Johnson on May 25, 2022 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Ireland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

If your vision of an ideal summer vacation starts with breathtaking landscapes, welcoming communities, and an ancient culture rich with fascinating history, Ireland is for you.

Wild swimming in the Lake District

By Rachael Thomas on May 18, 2022 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

In just a few weeks’ time, thousands of swimmers will be heading to the Lake District to take part in the Great North Swim.

6 of our favourite Mallorcan restaurants

By Dan Frith on May 17, 2022 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Mallorca has it all, 262 beaches washed by the clear turquoise waters of the Mediterannean, picture perfect villages in stunning mountain locations

Southeast Asia drops many restrictions and welcomes back tourists

By Paul Eyers on May 16, 2022 in Asia, Cambodia, Health & Safety, Indonesia, Regions, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam

As Southeast Asia drops many restrictions and welcomes back tourists, now is the time to start planning an adventure to this enchanting region.

View of green vineyard surrounded by a lake

5 of New Zealand's best food and wine regions

By Andrew Morten on May 16, 2022 in Food and Drink, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany

New Zealand is a small island nation located in the Pacific ocean renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, Maori culture, friendly people, and let’s not forget its national rugby team.

The best stands at this year's Arabian Travel Market in Dubai

By Paul Johnson on May 12, 2022 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Events, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

I was honoured to be on the judging panel for the best stands at this year's Arabian Travel Market where the SAUDIA stand was crowned as winner of the Best Stand Design.

Tomorrowland to open magical desert destination Terra Solis in Dubai

By Paul Johnson on May 09, 2022 in Attractions, Events, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

Tomorrowland, one of the most iconic music festivals in the world, is set to open Terra Solis, a brand-new unique desert destination in Dubai.

Review: Gusto Restaurant, Deansgate, Manchester, UK

By Paul Johnson on May 01, 2022 in Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Our review of Gusto Restaurant, Deansgate, Manchester, UK

Where to eat at Quinta do Lago, The Algarve, Portugal

By Michael Edwards on Apr 26, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

13 restaurants can be found at Quinta do Lago. Here's our guide on where to eat.

Shangri-La celebrates Earth Day every day with sustainable culinary dishes 'Rooted in Nature'

By Paul Johnson on Apr 21, 2022 in Accommodation, Food and Drink, Hotels, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Worldwide

Shangri-La celebrates Earth Day with an enhanced ‘Rooted in Nature’ programme championing sustainable culinary initiatives.

Taco Tuesday in Denver

By Neil Wolkodoff on Apr 13, 2022 in Colorado, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Denver has over 225 restaurants that either feature or specialize in tacos. And, Tuesday is Taco Tuesday in Denver, so many restaurants roll out specials for that day.

Latest news from A Luxury Travel Blog (Q2, 2022)

By Paul Johnson on Apr 12, 2022 in A Luxury Travel Blog, Travel Miscellany

Hello readers! I’m trying to get into a habit of providing quarterly updates from the blog, so here goes with the second instalment for this year… Reviews We have been doing more and more reviews lately, including – amongst others – this beautiful property in the Lake District. We have at least a dozen reviews

Travel to Spain just got easier - the latest on the SpTH Health Check Form

By Paul Johnson on Apr 06, 2022 in Europe, Health & Safety, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

There's good news for travellers to Spain! From today, the SpTH Health Check Form is no longer needed to enter Spain for all passengers, regardless of their country of departure, who have an EU Digital COVID Certificate.

Where to stay for every match of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - the definitive guide

By Paul Johnson on Apr 02, 2022 in Attractions, Events, Going Out, Middle East, Qatar, Regions, Travel Miscellany

This year's FIFA World Cup in Qatar will run from Monday, 21 November until Sunday, 18 December and, with the Final Draw now made, maybe you are thinking of attending some of the games...

Celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in Jersey

By Paul Johnson on Mar 29, 2022 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Jersey is the crown jewel in the English Channel and the sunniest spot in the British Isles, so where better to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee this June bank holiday weekend? June in Jersey is all about feeling the sand between your toes and embracing Jersey's curiously Brit…(ish) culture.

Jawaher Tent returns to Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait for Ramadan

By Paul Johnson on Mar 28, 2022 in Accommodation, Food and Drink, Hotels, Kuwait, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany

Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya will feature the popular Jawaher Tent offering seating for up to 600 guests as well as two Majlis areas housing six separate spaces, as well as three sections of elevated VIP seating. The hotel's Al Bidaa Ballroom which will be transformed into a beautiful Ramadan dining destination that embodies the holy month's most cherished traditions.

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