I never thought I would be lucky enough to visit the Fiji islands. An exotic destination nestling in the balmy pacific waters, Fiji deserves the title of ‘paradise’, and if you dream of pure white sandy beaches and crystal clear turquoise waters, combined with some amazing snorkelling/diving opportunities then there is perhaps no better place…
South Africa’s Big 5 – Up Close & Personal
One of the greatest experiences in my life to date is the South African Safari we took last December. An amazing opportunity to see wild animals living in their natural habitat rather than caged up in some zoo, it was a truly wonderful experience, and if, like me, you are an animal lover, I would…
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…
Cruising South America
As someone who loves South America and who loves cruising, I think I have found my dream holiday with the Regent Seven Seas – Grand South America! A 72-night (yes 72!) cruise tour departing from and returning to Miami, it stops at no less than 38 ports along the way, taking in the highlights of…
A Luxury Escorted Tour of South Africa
If you dream of visiting South Africa, taking in the ‘Mother City’ of Cape Town, the wine regions of Stellenbosch and Paarl, and a malaria free safari experience in the Eastern Cape, then one of the best ways to do so is with a luxury escorted tour. Grand tours of South Africa are widely promoted,…
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…
Australia – Heading Down Under
For us Europeans, Australia is just about as far as we can go until we start coming back again, and as such, it remains a dream destination for many. A vast expanse of land surrounded by the Indian Ocean to the left and the Pacific Ocean to the right, Australia is big, beautiful and bountiful,…
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…
Taking the Garden Route
If you are thinking about visiting South Africa anytime soon then one place you simply shouldn’t miss is the illustrious garden route. Stretching from the Western Cape right across to the Eastern Cape, this beautiful route of coastal highway will show you a range of ecologically diverse vegetation, stunning lagoons, majestic lakes, and rugged coastlines…
Are you taking enough holidays?
How much do you think you will spend on holidays in your lifetime – £50,000, £75,000 or perhaps £100,000? Well, according to a new study conducted by Teletext Holidays the total comes to a whole lot more than that, and us Brits are travelling more than ever before! The survey conducted on 3,000 people found…
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