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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Europe’s full of incredible destinations to visit. France, Spain, and Italy are just a few of the most visited locations and there are 23 more fascinating countries in the Schengen Area. At the moment, you can travel to the region without applying for a visa or any form of travel authorization (if you’re from the…

Apps have definitely made the life of a traveller much easier, from the essential Google maps (which has saved from getting lost in a many a city) to Uber, many have completely revolutionised our nomadic and even every day lives. BreadcrumbsHQ is one of the newest kids of the travel app block and aims to…

With many popular tourist European countries suffering from overdevelopment and overcrowding leaving visitors with a much less authentic travel experience, people are looking for alternatives. Enter Bulgaria, whose star is rapidly rising and is now becoming one of the fastest growing tourist destinations, and with good reason – its beaches are beautiful and sun-drenched, its…