Travelling by railway undoubtedly has a certain romance to it. Without the stress of driving, the view unfolds outside the carriage window for you to enjoy. There is also less of the feeling of being treated like livestock that flying can engender. Several rail routes through Europe are stunningly beautiful, with much to recommend them. […]
There’s still time to soak up some late summer sunshine
There may have been a lot of talk about ‘staycations’ in recent years, but is home really where you want to spend your hard-earned holiday? Will you truly be able to switch off, knowing how easy it would be to just check your emails or just pop into work to see how they’re coping without […]
Will a Holiday in Italy Give You a New Hobby?
Italy is one of the world’s great holiday destinations but if you think that going there is just about getting some sun and good food then it could be time to think again. There is so much to do on Italian holidays that you might even end up coming home with a new hobby you […]
Looking for Some Sun? Try One of The Caribbean’s Largest, Wildest Islands: Jamaica!
People usually fall into two camps; you love winter, or you hate it. Personally, I need the sun to recharge my batteries and if I don’t get that warm weather for at least two weeks during the winter….well, stay away from me because I’m not a happy camper. So for all of you sun lovers […]
Marrakech: an ideal place to immerse in Morocco’s culture
Marrakech is definitely a great place to visit if you want to immerse yourself in Moroccan culture. From haggling in one of its many souks to getting a henna tattoo, there are many ways to embrace the culture. Here are a few things you can do to get to the heart of the north African […]
A food lover’s guide to Pisa
After I’ve booked a holiday, I instantly start researching the local cuisine and start checking out restaurant reviews. I love sampling different dishes when I’m away and make it my mission to try something new every evening. The Italian city of Pisa sounds like a foodie heaven. Enjoying fresh pasta, homemade pizzas and sumptuous desserts […]
Festivals and events in Dublin
Dublin is an exciting and beautiful place to visit. Alive with music, history and literature, it has many varied festivals and celebrations throughout the year waiting to be discovered and enjoyed. Here are just a few suggestions for those visiting the city. The Dublin Dance Festival takes place in May from the 11th to the […]
Ditch the ‘staycation’, refuel on a mini-break
Burnout is a very real problem for many young professionals and with many of us working increasingly long hours it’s hardly surprising that people are starting to realise that leisure time is not just a luxury. Times are tough, but although the global economy has still not yet risen from the ashes of recession, many […]
Historical attractions in Berlin
Berlin is a city steeped in many centuries of history, from being the capital of Prussia to the dark days of the Berlin wall and communist rule. As a result, there are many fascinating museums, exhibits and tours available to keep a visitor busy for days. [Photo by kevin_kurz_piqs_de] Museum Island is right in the […]
5 Things to Do in New Zealand for the Adrenaline Junkie
New Zealand’s wild and varied landscapes make the country a natural setting for extreme adventure holidays. New Zealand is world-renowned for adrenaline-packed adventures, nowhere more so than in Queenstown, known as the adventure capital of the world. Whether airborne, on water or whizzing over land in all-terrain vehicles, there’s plenty to keep an adrenaline junkie […]
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