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Top 10 tips for a luxury weekend in York

By William Forshaw on Nov 27, 2012 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The city of York has long been considered one of the most desirable tourist destinations in the UK, and it’s not difficult to see why. Dubbed ‘the capital of the north’, York boasts a stunning Gothic minster as well as the longest intact city walls in the country. The city’s accessibility adds to its appeal:

Insights into gorilla trekking in Uganda

By Justin Wateridge on Nov 26, 2012 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, Speciality Travel, Uganda

When looking to plan a trip to see the gorillas in Uganda, the choice can sometimes seem a little overwhelming, so I just wanted to offers some straightforward advice on what it’s like. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda is one of two places in the world where you can currently trek mountain gorillas (the other

Top 8 best beach resorts in Morocco

By Paul Johnson on Nov 25, 2012 in Africa, Morocco, Regions

Fed up with winter and looking to banish those winter blues? Then how about visiting one of Morocco’s sea resorts? Here we tell you the best to visit, whether you be travelling with family or as a couple, or whether you’re looking for a city break, an active getaway or a little peace and quiet.

Canada summed up in just 2 minutes

By Paul Johnson on Nov 25, 2012 in Adventure Travel, Canada, Featured, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Videos

The Canadian Tourism Commission, Canada’s national tourism marketing organisation, asked Canadians to pick up their cameras and share some of Canada’s best travel experiences. Here is the result. The response was incredible; here is just 2 minutes from more than 65 hours of video and over 8,000 submissions. The sound track features Canadian indie rock

Africa's first permanent photo safari operator

By Paul Johnson on Nov 25, 2012 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Photography, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment

Traditionally there has always been conflict on the back of a game viewing vehicle between people of differing interests…. predominantly birders and non-birders and, more recently, between photographers and non-photographers. A new company operating in Botswana’s Chobe National Park aims to solve that conflict by catering purely to people with an interest in wildlife photography. Pangolin

The longest bar in the world... at Christmas

By Paul Johnson on Nov 24, 2012 in Europe, Events, Germany, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Düsseldorf’s Altstadt (Old Town) is known as ‘the longest bar in the world’ with more than 260 bars, pubs, and restaurants in under a square mile. When more than 200 Christmas-themed huts line the streets of the Altstadt for a whole month, adding candy, crafts, mulled wine and much more, the splendour multiplies and it

5 great off-season activities in Tuscany

By Fiona Maclean on Nov 24, 2012 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Tuscany is a fabulous and picturesque part of Italy, understandably popular with visitors who enjoy the great cities, art and architecture and wonderful food and wine. Throughout the summer months the main cities, Florence, Pisa and Siena can be unbearably hot and while the hills and mountains are generally cooler, accommodation there is expensive and

Affordable luxury ski holidays in France

By Richard Dannreuther on Nov 23, 2012 in Europe, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Ski holidays have been growing in popularity over the past few years. Many people are packing their bags for snow-covered mountainous destinations to spend quality time with friends, families and loved ones. The opportunity to experience the country lifestyle of the French, the delicious cuisines and the adrenaline of some of the snowboarding and skiing

5 reasons to travel to Peru in 2013

By Paul Jones on Nov 23, 2012 in Accommodation, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Peru, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany

In 1911, Hiram Bingham, the Yale University lecturer and explorer stumbled upon the lost Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Although some say that Machu Picchu was never lost, but simply re-discovered, Hiram Bingham’s finding certainly triggered huge international interest in a relatively unknown country, changing the tourism scene in Peru forever. After a few recent

The 5 most luxurious castle hotels (Paradores) in Spain

By Max Statham on Nov 22, 2012 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Spain, Western Europe

While in English we say “castle-hotel” meaning one of the most luxurious types of dwelling Spanish-speaking countries have the word “Parador” to denote this phenomenon. As you already understand, “paradores” are usually located in historic buildings such as a castle or monastery. “Paradores” serve to maintain the historical spirit of the country as well as

A bonus journey through authentic Cypriot village life

By Paul Johnson on Nov 22, 2012 in Attractions, Cyprus, Going Out, Middle East, Regions

Authenticity is something that is often lacking in modern tourist destinations nowadays. However, away from the tourist areas, the Larnaka countryside offers the chance to experience the genuine culture. Similar to the old Cypriot way of life, when foreign guests were welcomed on a complimentary basis, this winter the Larnaka Tourism Board if offering tourists the opportunity

Sky high in Bangkok, Thailand

By Charles Coleman on Nov 20, 2012 in Asia, Bars, Featured, Going Out, Regions, Thailand

Travelers visiting Bangkok’s central business and nightlife district, Silom, will be confronted by a myriad of entertainment options, but here we make a couple of suggestions to “elevate” your experiences – quite literally! Take to the cockpit of a 737, and then visit the Vertigo restaurant and bar at the capital’s Banyan Tree. Flight Experience

A guide to Bangkok's temples

By Albert Lafuente on Nov 19, 2012 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Regions, Thailand

Few cities have the energy and intensity of Bangkok. With 12 million people, it’s long been a big player in terms of size, but investment over the past 30 years has turned it into a bustling metropolis on a par with Singapore or Tokyo. And when it comes to food and nightlife, it’s one of the best cities

New luxury in the Swiss resort of Verbier

By Paul Johnson on Nov 19, 2012 in Accommodation, Bars, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

New to the Swiss resort of Verbier is Hotel Cordée des Alpes – a luxurious hotel with innovative interiors, mixing the best of old-school ski and the latest in Swiss chic. Comprising 34 suites and guest rooms and 14 exclusive residences for ownership, Cordée des Alpes marks the latest offering from local hotel and restaurant

Luxury is a compost toilet

By Charlotte Nicol on Sep 28, 2012 in Europe, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Now, if you look at the previous posts on this blog, you’ll find plenty of luxurious accommodation options. You will not, however, find anything alluding to toilets. Especially the type I’m about the tell you about! So why am I writing about a compost loo? Well, I recently visited Erraid – a tiny island of

The best Christmas markets in Europe

By Jon Stainer on Sep 27, 2012 in Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Estonia, Europe, Events, Hungary, Poland, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

With the weather getting cooler there seems little to look forward to in the winter months. However, heading to a Christmas market can dilute the frosty chill your mood might have taken and replace it with festive cheer and an exciting experience. Treat yourself to a weekend away in one of these excellent destinations and

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