19 facts you never knew about Guinness
Go into a pub in Ireland and ask for Mother’s Milk, the Good Stuff or simply a pint of…
Devi Garh by lebua: an enchanting palace hotel in Rajasthan
Whilst exploring Rajasthan, a stay in one of the regions magnificent palace hotels is a highlight of any India…
Recipe of the week: Turkey confit with honey and mustard sauce
More often than not turkey tends to be desert-dry, but not with this delicious dish. Cooked in duck fat,…
8 of the most extravagant gifts for a quintessentially British Christmas
We all know that Christmas is about giving, but if youre really looking to impress this year then youll…
A clever Christmas PR stunt from WestJet
Imagine seeing your dream Christmas presents appear before your eyes as you wait to claim your bags at the…
Photograph of the week: Hula performance at Kilauea Volcano, Hawaii
The image shown is a regular monthly free hula performance presented at Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii in front of…
Passenger wakes up from flight to find himself in a locked, cold, dark and empty plane!
Imagine if you fell asleep on your flight and didn’t wake up on landing. Take that a step further…
Interview with Nick Van Gruisen, Managing Director of The Ultimate Travel Company
Nick Van Gruisen’s travel career started as a professional guide running camps and leading safaris in Botswana and South…
The changing face of Cape Town
I have just returned from Cape Town, some 12 years or so after my first visit there. Like all…
Recipe of the week: Wild sea bass in a salt crust with grilled market vegetables and foamed lobster sauce
A dish to impress guests at any Winter dinner party, wild sea bass in a salt crust with grilled…
Le café gourmand a one-stop gourmands delight
Earlier this year, I shared some of my top tips for the hungry traveller with an exclusive gourmands guide…
5 great ways to enjoy Madrid
The Madrilenos operate at a different pace of life to most of us. It is relaxed, leisurely and calm….
5 top tips to finding value in Venice
Venice might not be a place that immediately springs to mind as a value destination but, if you fancy…
A guide to Christmas in Chamonix
Christmas in Chamonix is a magical time of year – officially declared when the lights are turned on at…
10 top tips for getting tickets to see Real Madrid
If you’ve ever fancied watching the skills of the world’s most expensive player, Gareth Bale, or the highest paid…
Juggling your way around Iceland
28-year-old Californian Chris Smith has combined his hobby of juggling with the making of an inspiring travel video for…
