An archipelago of islands and islets bathing in the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar, otherwise referred to as the Island of Spice, is a dream destination for those looking to relax, unwind, and enjoy a great selection of water activities such as scuba diving, snorkelling in the reef, and deep-water fishing. Known locally as Unguia, Zanzibar sits…
In Transit – Occupy Yourself at the Airport with our Top 10 Tips
As anyone reading our blogs will have realised by now, we love to travel, and the moment we lock the front door – the holiday begins! We appreciate not everyone feels the same, and if you are one of many who love going on holiday, but hate the travelling part, spending 5 hours in transit…
Paid Holidays – How Many Days Do You Get Each Year?
When it comes to paid annual leave, it seems us Europeans get the best deal, with some employers offering a staggering 40 days paid holiday per calendar year, according to a recent survey carried out Expedia Vacations. The survey, carried out on over 7,000 people from 20 countries, asked how many vacation days people received…
Countdown to Summer – 2 Days to Go!
With just two days to go until the summer solstice of 2012, now is the perfect time to book that summer holiday you have been dreaming about all winter. June 20th is the ‘official’ first day of summer, and if you are not busy planning a summer solstice party at Stonehenge, why not spend the…
Travelling with Pets – Tips on Taking your Dog Around the World
One of the greatest problems pet owners face when going on holiday, is “who is going to look after the dog”! Kennels are an option, but I have yet to meet a dog owner who is happy to leave their beloved pooch with a stranger, and while friends and family may be able to help-out…
What are the 50 Most Expensive Cities in the World in 2012?
When you work in the travel industry, you receive all kinds of surveys, estimates, reviews and reports, and while many of them can (and should) be taken with a pinch of salt, some are really interesting and useful. Today I came across one such report by US Company Mercer, stating their list of the World’s…
How much do you Tip when on Holiday Abroad?
When it comes to tipping waiters, taxi drivers, and porters, it seems us Brits are pretty clueless – according to a recent survey conducted by Tripadvisor, that is! The survey, carried out on 6,000 people from the UK, Germany, Spain, Italy and France, found that up to 60% of Britons know little about when, where,…
Climbing Kilimanjaro – A Dream Comes True
While I have always been relatively active and sporty, my fitness levels cannot compare to those of my Austrian born, mountain goat of a husband, who can scale a 2,500-metre mountain without breaking a sweat! Yet I have always had a dream, a ‘bucket list’ contender if you like, and that is to climb the…
Destination Review – New Zealand’s North Island
Last week we reviewed the amazing South Island of New Zealand, and after such positive feedback from our fellow travel-loving bloggers, we thought it only right that we follow-up this week with a blog about the equally beautiful North Island. Slightly smaller than the South Island, but home to approximately 75% of New Zealand’s population,…
Summer in Austria – The Land of Alpine Adventures
Austria may be one of the smallest countries in continental Europe, but it has so much to offer the traveller that one could easily spend an entire year visiting all the “must see” attractions. With its magnificent snow-capped mountains, fresh water rivers, and some of the most striking architecture in the world, Austria is a…
UEFA Euro 2012 – Here we go again!
Tomorrow the UEFA European Football Championship, referred to by most as the Euro 2012, ‘kicks off’ in Poland and the Ukraine, as football teams from 16 nations compete against each other in this 3-week event. UEFA’s decision to hold the event in Poland and the Ukraine has been scrutinised by many due to the threat…
Destination Review – New Zealand’s South Island
Pure, natural, and breathtakingly beautiful, the South Island of New Zealand has so much to offer the traveller, that many of those on a round the world trip change their tickets and stay for much longer than they expected. From snow-capped mountains and glaciers, to emerald-green fjords and turquoise lakes, the South Island offers such…
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