Considered one of the world’s most popular destinations, France can easily be considered a country that has it all. From the lights of Paris with its elegant boutiques and famous art to the lavender fields of Provence and the pebbled beaches of Nice, France really does have something to offer everyone. Combine this with its [...]
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A Glass of South African Splendor
If you’ve ever tried a glass of South African wine, you’ll have been pleasantly surprised by the delicate notes mixed with robust flavours. It’s no wonder then, that the world class vineyards have given rise to a thriving wine tours industry. There are a broad range of tours on offer, but generally tourists can expect [...]
Destination Dubrovnik
Location The ancient port of Dubrovnik lies on the Adriatic Sea, at the southern tip of Croatia. Referred to as ‘The Pearl of the Adriatic’, it is a place of Mediterranean charm and history. Getting There Dubrovnik airport is situated 20km south of the city and receives flights from several different UK airlines. Dubrovnik is [...]
Get a Buzz in Barcelona
The vibrant Spanish city of Barcelona is a seaport in the region of Catalonia. As the second largest city in Spain, it is an important travel hub and a popular destination for short breaks. If you are looking for somewhere with a laid back cosmopolitan feel, buzzing late night café culture, and great shopping, then [...]
The Best Ski Resorts in Canada
Canada is well known for its cold weather and snowy mountains. With some of the best skiing in the world on the west coast, travellers can enjoy some of the best and most luxurious resorts anywhere. Of course, Canada offers skiing right across the country, and these are just a selection of the resorts that [...]
A Mykonos Holiday
One of the islands in the Cyclades – the Greek islands in the Aegean Sea – Mykonos is a very popular tourist destination. With sandy beaches, sunny skies, pleasant water, and a busy nightlife, Mykonos lives up to its reputation for being a tourist hotspot. Island Living Mykonos is a small island near the centre [...]
Jet2 – New Routes from the Low-Cost Airline
Travellers flying from the Midlands and north of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland have an increasing number of airports and destinations to choose from as low-cost airline Jet2 continues to expand its services. Based at Leeds Bradford Airport, the company now operates flights from Blackpool, East Midlands, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Belfast. As well [...]
The Medieval Splendour of Ghent
The Belgium city of Ghent is a great place to spend the weekend. It may not be the first place that springs to mind, but it has a unique charm and rich history. Ghent is a large modern city with a port to the north, but it’s the medieval heart that makes it special. The [...]
Visiting the Island of Sri Lanka
This beautiful island on India’s southeast coast is home to an ancient civilisation, beautiful people and stunning landscapes. With the end of the civil war in 2009, the formerly inaccessible and beautiful north is now open to visitors. Taking a trip to Sri Lanka will excite and delight all who visit. Horribly hit by the [...]
Take a Train Journey Through the Canadian Rockies
A holiday through the Rocky Mountains to the West Coast of Canada on the Rocky Mountaineer train is a great way to see this magnificent country. Train travel in western Canada is not commonplace, given the distances between towns and the forbidding landscape of rocks, mountains and rivers. However, the Rocky Mountaineer operates several routes [...]