London has a bit of magic and something for every traveler. The city has been the backdrop to various famous movies including Notting Hill, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Snatch and Bridget Jones Diary. The city offers a wide range of activities. From seeing a play at the London Theater to riding the London Eye to…
Best alternative European destinations to visit by rail
Where centuries of history is mixed with a sublime modern flair, Europe is a continent which is home to some of the most beautiful cities in the world. One of the best and easiest ways to explore Europe is by train – a train can take you pretty much wherever you want without the worry…
6 reasons why everyone should visit Bavaria at Christmas (inc.video)
A land of cuckoo clocks, fairytales, and a festive cheer unlike no other in the world, Bavaria is arguably one of the world’s best places to visit at Christmas. A few weeks ago we took a trip to under-the-radar Regensburg, a university city hailed as the best preserved medieval city in Germany. Although it’s an under-the-radar…
8 under-the-radar beauty spots to visit in Devon
Lying at the very western end of England, the county of Devon and is wild unspoilt landscapes, granite moorland, cosy traditional villages and vast stretches of golden beaches is often considered to be one of the most beautiful regions in the United Kingdom. Popular with holidaymakers and daytrippers, here you can find rural relaxation roaming…
An elegant stay at Chicheley Hall, Buckinghamshire
Sometimes you just need a respite from the hassles of modern life and last week on a glorious spring day I swapped South West London for Chicheley Hall. A beautiful and elegant Grade I listed mansion set within 80 acres of immaculately kept grounds. It’s a place – and with good reason – which is…
Visiting Cairns: gateway to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef
The Far North Queensland destination of Cairns is a tropical paradise for all walks of life. Regardless of budget, age group, leisure or active holiday mode, the breathtaking natural beauty, idyllic weather and proximity to blissful beaches and World Heritage-listed marine sites make Cairns the perfect year-round getaway. This vibrant tropical city, with an average…
How to spend a hip 48 hours in Berlin for travel snobs
A huge multicultural, dynamic, and unique modern metropolis, beloved of many a digital nomad and one of my favourite cities in the world, the German capital beguiles a great portion of its many visitors. It may take a while for Berlin to really get under your skin or sometimes you’ll just fall in love with…
10 of Europe’s most magical Christmas destinations
Sick of the usual Christmas re-runs and tepid turkey hangover? Here is a list of our collective favourite angelic advent destinations that we promise will put the magic back in to Yuletide for even the most stubborn of Christmas Grinches, all you have to do now is find that last minute deal and book…
A boutique stay in the Atlas Mountains, Morocco
Marrakech is famed for its heady assault on all senses. A colourful and vibrant city that simply jostles with life; hordes of travellers continue to flock here to embrace to its intangible essence. A rich tapestry of sights, smells and sounds, the city overflows with cultural activity from the thriving souks – packed wall-to-wall with…
8 charming places to visit in Lviv, Ukraine for travel snobs
The large country nestled in what was once known as Eastern Europe, Ukraine is still an under-the-radar travel destination rich in tradition and beautiful sights. Lviv is one of those beautiful gems – a city in western Ukraine with gorgeous architecture and its moments of glory as a part of Austrian-Hungarian empire, our guest blogger,…