White sand, bright sun, emerald sea, and lush vegetation …what is it? The Caribbean? Seychelles? The Maldives? No, this is England. Cornwall County drastically differs from the rest of the United Kingdom. Forget the rains and the gloomy weather. The Cornish Riviera offers endless possibilities for a beach holiday that are on par with the…
Beautiful places: the Xinjiang province, China
The Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region is the largest province in China. At 1.6 million km², it’s absolutely huge; but compared to the other tourism hotspots in China, it is relatively unexplored. China is a vast country and varies greatly, but most would agree that Xinjiang is one of its most unique provinces…
Flight hacking with Jack’s Flight Club
If you love travelling you’ve probably spent quite a few hours searching around for the cheapest flight fares. Of course, you can perpetually monitor flight search aggregators or airlines’ websites in pursuit of bargains but what if there was a much simpler solution? Enter Jack’s Flight Club, a newsletter style service which has been creating…
7 European beauty spots to explore with Schengen Insurance
Going to Europe for vacation? If so it’s an excellent choice as you’ll be spoilt for choice for historical cities, natural attractions, or ski resorts. A week or two spent in Europe can become the time of your life, but as in all travel, you’ll need to plan and prepare before you head off. The Schengen…
Infographic – where should I go on holiday?
Holidays are officially good for you. Several studies show that getting away from it all leads to an increased feeling of happiness and wellbeing, better personal relationships, better physical health and even a greater learning capacity. Arguably the toughest bit is deciding where to go! To help you with your decision, Shepards Friendly the UK friendly…
5 cities in seven nights – a week onboard a Mediterranean cruise
Five cities in seven nights? Sounds a little rushed, doesn’t it? Well, yes, maybe – but not so much if all your travel time is done overnight while you’re sound asleep on one of the most comfortable beds I’ve ever had the pleasure to rest my head on. And this is just one of the many…
Krippenstein and Hallstatt Austria – an under-the-radar snowy getaway
When it comes to winter getaways, there are plenty of well-known options. Everyone’s heard of the snowy wonders of Chamonix. We all have that friend who goes to Aspen to Jackson Hole every winter, but often the popularity of typical snow getaways is their downfall. It’s hard to have an interesting or authentic vacation experience…
11 things to know before you take a cruise
For many people, travelling is about the thrill of the new, of discovering things you didn’t know about, satisfying a curiosity to experience something you’ve never seen or done before. Often this means searching out newly discovered or off-the-beaten-track destinations, but it can also mean seeing existing places through fresh eyes, or considering a destination…
5 reasons you need to go skiing in Japan
To most skiers, Japan needs no introduction. Its deep snow, playful terrain and wacky convenience stores have been burned into our collective consciousness via the multitude of ski and snowboard videos, photos, and articles that we’re deluged in every year. But Japan isn’t just the land of deep powder skiing, it’s an incredibly interesting travel…
8 awesome tips for first-time solo travellers
Travelling alone gives you a sense of independence and unlimited freedom. You get to do what you want when you want. At the other end of the spectrum, travelling without a companion can stir up feelings of fear, loneliness, and vulnerability. Whether you are about to travel alone for the first time or are flirting…