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Why Canada is the perfect destination for Mother’s Day

By Kathryn Munro on Mar 18, 2017 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Attractions, Bars, Canada, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Celebrate Mother’s Day the luxurious way with a trip to one of three beautiful cities in Canada: Ottawa, Calgary or Edmonton. Ottawa is the inspired hub of Canada and its capital, Calgary is metropolitan and modern, and Edmonton is industrially historic and serene, located right on the banks of the river. With fine dining, luxury […]

The 5 best restaurants in Rio de Janeiro

By Luiz Silva on Mar 17, 2017 in Brazil, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, South America, Travel Miscellany

Rio de Janeiro, “a cidade Maravilhosa”, latest host to the Fifa World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games, is home to some of the world’s best restaurants, serving up local Brazilian dishes, exotic tropical foods, and gastronomic fusions that will blow your tastebuds’ mind. Some of the most delicious foods on offer are the Brazilian […]

5 history bites about your cup of Ceylon tea

By Harshi Hewage on Mar 16, 2017 in Asia, Food and Drink, Regions, Sri Lanka, Travel Miscellany

Ceylon tea is famous and according to most experts it is the best and the most flavourful black tea in the world. 2017 is a landmark year for Ceylon tea where 150 years ago the commercial production of tea began in Sri Lanka. Here are some nerdy history bites that you may find interesting and […]

5 fabulous Denver Union Station experiences

By Leah DeAngelis on Mar 15, 2017 in Accommodation, Bars, Clubs, Colorado, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Denver Union Station is a must for anyone visiting the Mile High City. Recently renovated to perfection, this 1920’s train station is a bustling hub of coolness. With the brand new Light Rail Route from Denver International Airport, you can deplane and be at Union Station within an hour, hassle free. Denver Union Station, though […]

Expanding luxury horizons in Malaga, Spain

By Alan Hazel on Mar 15, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

If 2016 saw a burst of luxury developments for the Andalusian port city of Malaga in Spain, 2017 is shaping up to continue apace. With a stellar increase in Michelin rated restaurants, two new world class museums in the Russian Museum and Pop-up Pompidou, increased port facilities hosting the world’s largest cruise ships, and yet […]

5 stylish reasons to visit Portugal

By Sangeeta Sadarangani on Mar 15, 2017 in Europe, Food and Drink, Portugal, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

The past few years A-listers (think David Beckham, Ronan Keating, Pamela Anderson…) have been flying to this tiny country to go under the radar and it is all very hush-hush. So until now, the 300 days of sunshine a year are reserved exclusively for those in the know. Portugal, unbeknownst to most is a glamorous […]

5 of the best restaurants in the Lake District

By Paul Liddell on Mar 14, 2017 in Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Spring in the Lake District is a time of transition and awakening. And it’s a particularly good time of year to enjoy its world-class cuisine. Yes! Cumbria has become quite the foodie mecca and is now home to 4 Michelin-starred restaurants and a vast array of award-winning, artisan foodie products. Recently nominated for World Heritage […]

10 unmissable things to do in Provence

By Su Stephens 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 […]

Top 5 bars in Edinburgh

By Douglas Walker on Mar 10, 2017 in Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

A city like Edinburgh is made for exploring, but it can be thirsty work. Fortunately, there are plenty of tucked away bars and convivial pubs that provide comfort from the vagaries of seasonal weather or just a chance to catch up with friends. It’s easy to enjoy the expanding choice of cocktails, spirits and ales […]

9 of the best tea rooms in Paris

By Suzette Barnett on Mar 09, 2017 in Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

While Paris is world renowned for its café culture, it is the salons de thé which have drawn aristocrats and royalty for over a century. Fortunately, many of those luxurious tea rooms remain today while modern proprietors have begun to introduce new ideas in the world of Parisian tea rooms. This being potentially the most […]

The 12 best chocolate shops in Paris

By Magali Déchelette on Mar 08, 2017 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Chocolate is something most travelers of all ages love. It’s not difficult to find in Paris. In fact, it’s the opposite—there are so many chocolate shops and patisseries that it can be hard to choose! Luckily, I’ve asked French chocolate expert Lauranie to tell me her 12 favorite chocolatiers in Paris. And after trying quite […]

London’s 5 best afternoon teas

By Anastasia Pashkovetskaya on Mar 03, 2017 in Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Afternoon tea is a British institution. It is the perfect opportunity for a friendly catch up, a family outing or a pit stop between shopping and theatre. Here is our selection of London’s best offerings – from edible art pieces, to bottomless “gin teas” – perfect for those who want to experience tradition with a […]

The Palm Beaches 4 ways

By Tom Marchant on Feb 25, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Florida, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Blessed with year-round sunshine, brimming with wildlife, teeming with art-galleries and packed with restaurants; it’s no wonder Palm Beach County is no longer just a playground for the wealthy, but a glistening getaway for all adrenaline junkies, nature enthusiasts, food fanatics and art aficionados alike. Here’s how to do The Palm Beaches, four ways… For the […]

Special feature: Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel, Elounda, Crete

By Mark Johnson on Feb 23, 2017 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Greece, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

I have visited both the islands of Greece and the mainland on many occasions over the years, but this latest trip was in fact my first time on Crete, the largest of the Greek islands. I was also delighted to be travelling with my family (my wife, my son aged 9 and my daughter aged […]

Top 5 destinations for the wine connoisseur

By Mike Kelly on Feb 21, 2017 in Africa, California, Food and Drink, France, Italy, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe

After the excesses of Christmas, it’s usually time to hide away the chocolates, refrain from that double helping of Beef Wellington and avert your eyes when a glass of wine is offered. It’s all too tempting…but I like the idea of spending this time thinking where we can retox! As you get over your ‘dry’ January […]

Lima, Peru: a culinary journey with 10 delectable stops

By Alfonso Tandazo on Feb 17, 2017 in Food and Drink, Going Out, Peru, Regions, Restaurants, South America, Travel Miscellany

Many people call Lima Peru the “Culinary Capital of Latin America,” and there are plenty of reasons for such a title. In this Andean city, one finds a celebration of ancient techniques and avant-garde practices that seamlessly merge inside the local kitchens of Lima’s highly diverse restaurants and bars. Successive migrations (African, Chinese, Italian, Japanese […]

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