Category: Travel

Australian tours

Australia is a place that attracts many visitors each and every year, many heading ‘down under’ for a month, and ending up staying for a year! Such is the wealth of places to explore and things to do. Australia is totally unique. The world’s smallest continent has developed in isolation, and the amazing, varied wildlife [...]

Friday October 7th, 2011 in Travel | No Comments »

Tuscan Holidays

The images of beautiful farmhouses and villas in Tuscany, surrounded by a coppice of trees in an otherwise open, sun blessed countryside are what holidays in Tuscany are about. Fine wine, fine food and fine weather are assured, but which if the many historic towns and hilltop villages make essential visits for those on their [...]

Wednesday September 7th, 2011 in Travel | No Comments »

Four Corners of Barbados

Barbados is the Brits’ gateway to the Caribbean. ‘Little Britain’ as it is affectionately known, (due to its long links with Britain) is a magnificent island, where you can enjoy the two Caribbean dreams most people have; the long days on empty, palm fringed, powder white sand beaches, and an evening spent dancing with a [...]

Thursday July 7th, 2011 in Travel | No Comments »

When in Rome…

Rome, Italy is among the world’s most famous cities to visit, and somewhere you simply have to visit at least once. Whilst those that return to a Rome apartment annually, it is the daily culture and way of life that keeps them coming back for long lazy lunches, fine shopping and numerous cappuccinos at pavement [...]

Sunday May 8th, 2011 in Travel | No Comments »

The Algarve’s best festivals

Algarve holidays are known for their lazy days on the beach. And there is certainly no reason to diverge from the tried and tested glory of Algarve holidays, but throughout the year are some fantastic events and festivals, which just add the icing to the cake. They do not all occur during the peak season, [...]

Thursday April 7th, 2011 in Travel | No Comments »

Away from Disney – Orlando

What is here to do in Orlando away from Disney? There is a vast, vast amount, it simply doesn’t get the air time due to Orlando’s world famous theme parks. There is a huge amount to do away from the roller-coasters and giant cartoons of DisneyWorld. The city of Orlando itself is well worth exploring, [...]

Thursday April 7th, 2011 in Travel | No Comments »

Western Cape Game Reserves

The Western Cape is known as a marine-life haven. It is the Western Cape that tourists flock to for the best of South Africa’s whale watching, scuba diving and dolphin experiences, especially around Overberg, but there is so much nature, wildlife and natural beauty to explore on the Western Cape, that only exploring the extensive [...]

Monday March 7th, 2011 in Travel | No Comments »

Beautiful beaches in sunny Paphos, Cyprus

photo credit: disparkys Paphos may well be known for its archaeological and mythological treasures, and there is nowhere quite like Paphos for history. However, there is far more to enjoy in Paphos than its history. Anywhere else in the world with golf courses and beaches of such quality and it would be these that adorn [...]

Monday December 20th, 2010 in Travel | No Comments »

Essaouira

photo credit: Eric Borda Those that know Marrakech may be surprised by Essaouira. They seem to have evolved in totally different countries! Essaouira is laid-back and relaxing. You may not believe me at this point, but I can assure you that it is! It is a real favourite for travellers, but in recent years has [...]

Thursday November 11th, 2010 in Travel | No Comments »

A Guide to Lycia’s Finest Monuments

photo credit: faizan.jamal Whilst Lycia in the Southwest of Turkey is known for having some of the best beaches and most alluring coves in the whole of the Mediterranean, it is the historic sites that have really put the Turkish Mediterranean on the map. The most famous sites, and those recognised by UNESCO as World [...]

Thursday November 11th, 2010 in Travel | No Comments »