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Discover the Barossa Valley

By Andrew Morten on Aug 12, 2022 in Africa, Attractions, Australia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Oceania, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

The Barossa Valley is known as Australia's wine mecca. Tucked between the rolling hills of Adelaide are some of the oldest vineyards in the country.

California Wine Country

By Andrew Morten on Jul 09, 2022 in California, Food and Drink, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

California truly is the golden state! Put a glass of Californian wine into the mix, and it's pretty easy to smile.

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.

5 beautiful wine regions in British Columbia, Canada

By Andrew Morten on Mar 08, 2022 in Canada, Food and Drink, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany

What first comes to mind when you think of the best wine regions in the world? Bordeaux? Tuscany? Napa Valley? The rolling, lush and diverse wine regions of British Columbia may not be on your list at all. This is one of Canada’s best kept secrets. In fact, just like what happens in Vegas, the

5 of South America’s headiest wine tours

By Alfonso Tandazo on Jan 16, 2022 in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Food and Drink, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany, Uruguay

Soon, travel will resume at full pace to South America, where you can always discover a certain “magic in the wind, a stirring in the air, and an enthralling glass of wine in your hand.” For experiences such as those, you’ll find that South American wine tours are superb – whether you’re an experienced wine

Explore the spectacular wine regions of Tasmania

By Andrew Morten on Jan 05, 2022 in Australia, Food and Drink, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany

Are you a wine lover? Let’s explore the stunning wine-growing regions of Tasmania. Located on the southeast coast of Australia, Tasmania is the 26th largest island in the world. Named after the Dutch explorer Abel Tasman, this beautiful part of the world is especially popular for nature lovers and hikers. But did you know that

Unforgettable bike riding adventures

By Laura Burdett-Munns on Jun 25, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Leisure Travel, Madagascar, Namibia, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel

Do you remember the first time you rode a bike without stabilisers, or freewheeled down a very long hill? That joy of cycling really is second to none, and whether you’re a casual, fair weather cyclist, or hop on the bike committedly for your daily commute, it’s something which can always be rediscovered. One of

5 of the finest wine farms in the Cape winelands

By Colin Dilland on Sep 30, 2017 in Africa, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, South Africa, Travel Miscellany

South Africa is home to over 95,000 hectares of vineyards and is the seventh largest wine-producing country in the world. And there’s no better place to explore the country’s top wine farms than the Cape Winelands – a striking stretch of land where the finest South African wines are cultivated. While the local vineyards are

Luxury experiences in California that are not to be missed

By Sandra Potter on Sep 26, 2017 in Attractions, California, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

California, home to the stars and to some of the best natural wonders, food and wine in the world as well. You can think of Hollywood, Yosemite National Park, the Redwoods and the wineries. But how best to see and better still experience these glories. Here are some of my favourite ways to spend a

Top 5 experiences to pair with your wine tasting in the Cape

By Julian Carter-Manning on Sep 19, 2017 in Africa, Air Travel, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Cape Town has become one of the most visited destinations on the African continent. This cosmopolitan city, nestled between mountains and sea, draws lovers of culture and nature to its shores. The fruits of this nature are no more evident than in the beautiful winelands surrounding the city and spreading far through the Cape region.

7 of the best wineries in South Africa

By Matthew Coe on Apr 02, 2015 in Africa, Food and Drink, Regions, South Africa, Travel Miscellany

South Africa is renowned for its verdant Winelands, where a host of wineries produce some of the world’s greatest produce. If you are planning a trip to South Africa, visiting a quintessential winery should definitely be on your to-do list. But where are the best wineries, and which are worth seeing? We’ve compiled a list

Top 5 wines to enjoy on your Dolomites ski holiday

By Kathy Bechtel on Dec 02, 2012 in Europe, Food and Drink, Italy, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

The Dolomite mountains of Italy are a sought-after destination for discerning skiers and snowboarders. With dozens of ski areas from large resort towns to smaller, local venues, and a wide variety of other winter activities including cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or shopping and spa visits, there is something for both skier and non-skier alike. But did

3 of the most romantic wine hotels in South Australia

By Jessica Festa on Nov 28, 2012 in Accommodation, Australia, Food and Drink, Hotels, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany

For those looking for romance in wine country, South Australia is a perfect destination. Rolling hills of lush vineyards and golden wheat, wildlife and luxury boutique hotels await you in this pristine destination. To help enhance your enchanting experience, here are three romantic wine hotels in South Australia. Kingsford Homestead, Barossa Valley Located on the

Great skiing, food and wine in Val Gardena, Italy

By Kathy Bechtel on Jan 14, 2012 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Hotels, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

One of the many ski resorts located in the majestic Dolomite mountains, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, Val Gardena, Italy is a must-visit during any ski holiday in the region. Val Gardena is best known in ski racing circles as home to the Saslong Classic, a men’s World Cup downhill race, and long considered

Bordeaux – enjoy wine, arts and fine dining

By Andy Butler on Jul 21, 2011 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Nothing can match the joy of going on a trip to France. The options you have here for dining, drinking and sight-seeing are simply magnificent. One French destination where you can be sure of having a great holiday is Bordeaux, one of the most beautiful cities in the country. Here are some activities to engage in

Top 10 European food and wine destinations

By Paul Johnson on Oct 14, 2010 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Italy, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Another ‘top 10’ from Tripadvisor, and this time it’s Europe’s top 10 food and wine destinations. Again, as with previous Tripadvisor top 10s, Italy fares well, and – perhaps unsurprisingly – France has a dominant presence also. In fact, there’s only one entry in the top 10 that isn’t from those two countries. Here’s the

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