Category: Travel Miscellany

2 great options in the Maldives if you are vegan

2 great options in the Maldives if you are vegan

By on Oct 16, 2016 in Accommodation, Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany
The Maldives has been one of the world’s premier luxury travel destinations for decades with scores of people heading to these beautiful coral islands to soak up the sun, sea and sand in one of the many resorts available. Popular with divers, honeymooners and paradise beach lovers alike, the Maldives offers unrivalled luxury and the
6 great things to do on a ladies-only trip to London

6 great things to do on a ladies-only trip to London

By on Oct 15, 2016 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Planning a short visit to one of the world’s most diverse and exciting cities is quite a feat! Trying to see and do as much as possible in a short time frame and take back as many memories and emotions as possible. And visiting this wonderful city with a friend makes the experience even more
8 reasons why you really need to visit Cascais in Portugal

8 reasons why you really need to visit Cascais in Portugal

By on Oct 13, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Portugal, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Portugal’s Cascais region is gaining a reputation as one of country’s best areas to visit. It is a place of wild coastlines, natural beauty, history, and Portugal’s famous cuisine and hospitality. And here are eight reasons why Cascais is becoming Portugal’s best region to visit: 1. It’s easy to get to Hugging mainland Europe’s most
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5 highlights of an Autumn week in Mallorca

By on Oct 13, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
What an exhilarating week in Mallorca! The isle of Mallorca is of course one of the largest of the Balearic Islands, the others being Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera. It has a coastline of more than 550 kilometres, impressive mountains and affordable Mediterranean food. With autumn in full swing I would love to share some of
Don't just ski... ski Whistler!

Don't just ski... ski Whistler!

By on Oct 13, 2016 in Attractions, Bars, Canada, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Whistler Blackcomb ticks all the right boxes. This international ski haunt is one of the largest in the world with over 8,100 acres of snow-covered slopes. 16 alpine bowls, 3 glaciers and more than 200 marked trails make it a skier’s dream resort. If you couple that with Canada’s breath-taking mountain landscape, you’ve got yourself
6 of the best restaurants in Edinburgh

6 of the best restaurants in Edinburgh

By on Oct 13, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
The foodie revolution took a while to make its way north from London but with Edinburgh now having more restaurants per head of population than any other city in the UK, there’s never been a better time to visit. From Michelin-starred restaurants to restaurants without a menu in the conventional sense, here are the some
4 Top Airport Parking Tips

4 top tips for airport parking

By on Oct 11, 2016 in Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
There are many things to think about before heading off on holiday and let’s face it, your airport parking is pretty low down on the list. However neglecting it could end up costing you time, money and hassle. Read the tips below and booking your airport parking will end up hassle free and could even
A luxury weekend in Paris with Infiniti

A luxury weekend in Paris with Infiniti

By on Oct 10, 2016 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
What better way to visit the Paris Motor Show than to drive there. And to drive in the luxury of the Infiniti Q30 is about as comfortable as it gets. This is a car that offers comfort in abundance and is every bit as stylish as it looks. (Some of you may recall that I test
5 great restaurants in Auvergne, central France

5 great restaurants in Auvergne, central France

By on Oct 09, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Auvergne is getting a lot more attention at the moment, partly due to Lonely Planet putting the region on one of its must visit lists for 2016. There are many reasons to explore this tranquil, scenic area full of Bourbon history and dormant volcanoes, and it is becoming a popular place to stop on the
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The best travel hacks from 5 popular digital nomads

By on Oct 09, 2016 in Air Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Traveling seems to be one of the best things in the world but causes some of the most stress and anxiety for some people. Most people tend to overload themselves with travel plans and itineraries, how much to pack, what is or isn’t necessary, etc. Digital Nomads are known for traveling all over the world,
5 of the best eco-luxury lodges on the Florida coast

5 of the best eco-luxury lodges on the Florida coast

By on Oct 07, 2016 in Accommodation, Florida, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA
Luxury hotels and resorts are taking notice of the public’s demand for green practices and natural products. Not only are consumers looking to protect their health, but the environment as well. What is a gorgeous hotel on the beach without breathtaking views of pristine nature? Sandpearl Resort, Clearwater Beach The Sandpearl is certainly the showstopper
5 reasons why Sri Lanka should be on your holiday bucket list

5 reasons why Sri Lanka should be on your holiday bucket list

By on Oct 06, 2016 in Accommodation, Asia, Food and Drink, Regions, Sri Lanka, Travel Miscellany
Let’s be honest – in terms of travel destinations Sri Lanka is hot right now. And there’s a lot to love about Sri Lanka, from stunning beaches to world heritage sites and luxurious hotels. We are seeing a surge in interest from travellers for luxury holidays in Sri Lanka at the moment, equally driven by
6 of the best places to eat gelato in Rome

6 of the best places to eat gelato in Rome

By on Oct 06, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, Italy, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
When you’re craving gelato on a hot day in Rome, anything cold will do. But some gelato is definitely better than others – avoid any gelateria where the gelato is piled up high, in shades of neon blue and lime green, and look out for places which use fresh, seasonal ingredients. There’s plenty of good
Top 5 must-try culinary experiences in Rome

Top 5 must-try culinary experiences in Rome

By on Oct 04, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
After much archaeological explorations and piazza perusing, food is on the top of the list for every traveler to Rome. Food tourism in the eternal city is an educational and cultural activity in its own right. It is an experience that allows you to savor the city’s age old traditions, all the while providing you
5 of the best pintxos bars in San Sebastian

5 of the best pintxos bars in San Sebastian

By on Oct 04, 2016 in Bars, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
One of the highlights of our latest trip to Spain was our time in San Sebastián and, more specifically, our pintxos tour with Iñigo Tames (highly recommended) from San Sebastián Food, a culinary enterprise based in the basement of the Hotel Maria Cristina where we stayed. Pintxos – if you’re not already familiar – is
Failed Turkish coup reinforces the notion that airline seats are commodities

Failed Turkish coup reinforces the notion that airline seats are commodities

By on Sep 21, 2016 in Air Travel, Health & Safety, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Turkey
On a Friday in late July, the world watched tanks rather than planes rolling down the runway at Istanbul’s International airport. Though the coup attempt proved was short-lived, its impact on promoting air travel to and through Turkey was catastrophic. Specifically, Turkish Airlines had spent significant time and money establishing itself as an elite global