Maine: Far From the Madding Crowds
In a world where overcrowded museums, jam-packed beaches and busy outdoor trails and waters seem to be the rule, it’s refreshing to know that Maine still offers experiences and places…
5 Reasons Why You Should Still Go Backpacking
Backpacking, usually associated with those in their early 20s, offers adventure, one-off life experiences and some fantastic memories. Many of us over the age of 50 may not have had…
Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Moon Landing
On 20 July 2019 it will be 50 years since Apollo 11’s Lunar Module Eagle landed on the moon, marking the very first moon landing. American astronauts Neil Armstrong and…
6 Things To Do in Whistler in Summer
Just like dogs and Christmas, Whistler isn’t just for winter. While this Canadian mountain resort undoubtedly offers some of the best snow sports and apres-ski in North America, the months…
Strictly Come Dancing – 125 Years On
On 14 May, the world-famous Blackpool Tower celebrated its 125th anniversary, having opened for business way back in 1894. This celebration will in turn draw attention to one of the…
Levison Wood: Return to Nepal
Explorer, best-selling travel writer and former British army officer Levison Wood returns to Nepal on behalf of the Gurkha Welfare Trust to become acquainted with friends old and new…
11 of the US’s Weirdest Festivals
From pillow fights to naked cycling, we have rounded up 12 of the most weird and wonderful events from around the US. Whether participating in a once in a lifetime…
Lord Howe Island; Australia’s Paradise Found
Set in the Tasman Sea between Australia and New Zealand UNESCO-listed Lord Howe Island truly is an island paradise a short flight from Sydney. Excellent diving, walking and biking awaits…
13 Unusual Fitness Experiences from around the World
From goat yoga and ice climbing, to swimming with sharks and samurai training, mix up your regular exercise routine with one of these unusual fitness experiences from around the world…
10 Castles to Visit in Saxony Thuringa
Glamorous palaces, mighty castles and delightful gardens, Saxony and Thuringa – The Cultural Heart of Germany – have around 1,000 palaces, castles and fortresses, each one with a story to…
San Diego: California Craft Beer Capital
While many cities in the USA are home to craft breweries, few can compare to San Diego, the California craft beer capital. More than 100 craft breweries reside in San…
Take a Culinary Tour of Miyagi, Japan
Only 90 minutes north of Tokyo by bullet train, Miyagi Prefecture is a culinary capital of Japan with mouthwatering delicacies such as Matsushima oysters, local seasonal fish dishes, and grilled beef…
6 Images of Colorado, the Centennial State
Arguably one of the most photogenic states in the USA, with sweeping mountain ranges, winding roads, picturesque lakes and more, the beauty of Colorado, the Centennial State, is incomparable. Here…
Merida Venezuela: Highest Cable Car in the World
Mark Heath took some time out to visit Merida Venezuela, the city considered by many to have the highest quality of life in the South American country. Nestled in the…
The Man Behind the Storm: Alan Highton
Alan Highton has made it possible to visit Catatumbo in western Venezuela, one of the most overlooked natural wonders of the world, where for much of the year spectacular natural…
Babington House, Luxury Somerset Retreat
On a weekend jaunt to the depths of Somerset, Eileen Wise discovers in Babington House a luxury retreat familiar to many a star. A country retreat set in 18 acres…
Catatumbo Lightning Storms Venezuela
It had been a dream for some time that was finally realized. Mark Heath got to see nature at its most incredible: the awe inspiring Catatumbo lightning storms. Venezuela gets…
5 UK Summer Holidays by Bus
It’s Summer. For many of us, this means it’s time to jet off to foreign shores, but for others it’s a time to be jealous while watching the obligatory airport…
The LifeCo Detox Retreat in Bodrum
Intrigued by what all the fuss is about Eileen Wise embarks upon a The LifeCo detox retreat in Bodrum, Turkey, and comes back a totally rejuvenated woman. Maybe there was…
Magnificent Seven Venezuela Travel Tips
A land of great beauty and potential, Mark Heath wonders if Venezuela will reclaim a place in travel literature. Here he give his top Venezuela Travel Tips…
Margarita Island: Fading Grandeur Fighting Back
Despite a terrible recession, Venezuela’s Margarita Island still has much to offer as Mark Heath realised when he visited…
Insider Travel Tip From Your Ambassador
What happens when you ask ambassadors around the world for an insider travel tip on the countries they represent, and while they’re at it, counter some common cliches…
2018 Alternative Top Travel Destinations
The Travel Begins at 40 travel collective has ransacked the globe to come up with four alternative top travel destinations for the adventurous and young at heart 40-something traveller. Why…
Discover La Gomera, Canary Islands
La Gomera, the land of eternal spring offers constant sunshine, unspoilt beaches and authentic island villages as well as palm-lined mountains, laurel forests and walking trails for miles. Here are…
