When it comes to exploring the world and discovering new places, the over 50’s age group is hot on the tails of gap year students as they pursue their dreams of visiting far-flung destinations across the globe. No longer satisfied with package tours to European destinations such as Spain, Italy and Greece, the over 50’s…
Category: Travel Tips and Ideas
Long-Haul Flights – Survival tips!
If you want to visit faraway lands and exotic destinations, you have two choices: you can cast yourself away on a ship for months on end, or you can jump on a long-haul flight! The first choice may sound romantic, but it is certainly only for those with time on their hands and if you…
Our Top 10 Easter Holiday Ideas
Easter is fast approaching and if you want to head off on a family holiday or a relaxing adult only trip, then now is the perfect time to secure your spot and get booked up for some April sunshine. Where to go is the only thing to decide, and while the government may be encouraging…
Tailor Made Travel
If you are looking for an experiential travel package, something that includes your dream destinations, your preferred hotels, and only your favourite activities, then it may be time to ditch those dated holiday brochures and get in touch with a modern tour operator that can tailor make the holiday of your dreams. Today’s traveller is…
Travelling on Trend – What not to pack
In this world, there are two types of travellers – those who pack light, and those who do not! Falling into the latter category, I am regrettably one of those who cannot bear the thought of travelling with just two pairs of shoes, but after many, many trips with exceptionally heavy suitcases, I think I…
May – the Perfect time to Travel
If you are one of many thinking about jetting off on holiday this May, then it seems you are in good company! One of the best months of the year to take a long-haul trip abroad, May offers great weather both above and below the equator, and if you feel like heading somewhere south, you…
The Holiday of a Lifetime
What does “The holiday of a lifetime” mean to you? For many it would be a trip to Australia taking in Ayres Rock, the Great Barrier Reef and Sydney Opera House, escaping to an unspoilt tropical island such as Bora Bora, or a fun-filled trip to the US, but for me personally, the holiday of…
Honeymoon in Paradise
Mauritius has long been a popular destination for honeymooners, what with its idyllic white sandy beaches, warm waters of the Indian Ocean, and numerous luxury hotels, and if you dream of visiting this exotic destination, then you will be pleased to know that it is now more accessible than ever before. Combining a trip to…
Connoisseur Travel – Discovering New World Wines
If you are a follower of our blogs, you will have realised by now that we are quite partial to a glass of fine wine. A taste we acquired while living in Spain for almost 10 years, wine has become a passion of ours, and while we do our best to collect fine vintages wherever…
Rovos – The Ultimate in Luxury Rail Travel
If you dream of travelling across Africa in a luxury vehicle of the bygone era then Rovos Rail will make all your dreams come true. Boasting a whole fleet of splendid locomotives, guests sleepers, exquisite dining cars and lounge cars, Rovos Rail offer a collection of different routes ranging from a three-day trip between Cape…
What to expect on a South African Safari
If you dream of going on safari then South African is probably the first destination that comes to mind. A place where you can enjoy city life one day and the untamed bush the next, South Africa is a wonderful place to begin your safari adventure and get up close and personal with the Big…
Cruising – the ‘real’ all-inclusive holiday
Have you ever booked an all-inclusive holiday only to find the dreaded (*) after the price, followed by a whole list of small print detailing exactly what is not included in your all-inclusive package? We have seen it many times and while I appreciate it keeps the prices down, I am pretty sure most people…