The Stafford: a London West End Delight
The Stafford London hotel in St James’s reopened its doors on 3 August 2020 after the COVID-19 lockdown. Eileen Wise and Roger Hermiston made their last pre-coronavirus London break staying…
Major Sporting Events To See At Least Once
Attendance at sporting events might be on hold due to the COVID-19 outbreak, but when fans are allowed back in the stadium, perhaps you should set your sights high on…
Serene Silence on a Cornwall Holiday
Now that the UK is reopening to tourism staycations are very much in vogue. Shortly prior to the lockdown, Mark Bibby Jackson took a Cornwall holiday that was destined to…
Things to Do in Bury St Edmunds in a Nutshell
Before the Coronavirus pandemic gripped the UK, Mark Bibby Jackson took the short trip to Suffolk to discover a plethora of things to do in Bury St Edmunds, from drinking…
Up Close with Nick Knight Roses From My Garden
Nick Knight Roses from my Garden will be opening on 4 July at Waddesdon Manor gardens. The exhibition was due to open in March but was postponed due to the…
Green Gastronomy: Traditional Food in Slovenia
Irene Caswell looks forward to a world where we can travel internationally once more and explores the delights of traditional food in Slovenia. Slovenia is less than a tenth of…
Explore England’s Vast Open Spaces
Dreaming of enjoying those wide-open spaces once again? With so much uncertainty regarding overseas travel, the UK is set to be a popular choice when we are eventually allowed to travel again…
Up Close with Alan Heywood Ffestiniog Travel
To say that Ffestiniog Travel Director Alan Heywood is a veteran of the rail travel industry would be something of an understatement. Alan’s rail industry experience stretches all the way…
Discover Toulouse Rugby, Culture and Food
Before the corona-lockdown James Clark travelled to Southwest France to discover the plethora of things to do in Toulouse, home of the Concorde, and a city full of culture, amazing…
UK Staycation Ideas to Learn a New Skill
From the Hebrides to Cornwall, Irene Caswell runs through some UK staycation ideas where you can learn a new skill – from beekeeping to surfing or even playing the fiddle…
Hiking in Nerja to Cruz de Pinto
Before the coronavirus pandemic struck, Hazel Holloway headed to the hills of southern Spain to go hiking in Nerja. It was Day 5 for me in Nerja and I was…
5 Things to Know Before Visiting Monte Carlo
Monte Carlo is commonly cited as one of the most high-end travel destinations in the world. And between its harbour full of yachts, opulent hotels, and streets full of luxury…
The Beauty of Andalusia and Lisbon
The following trip was taken before the Covid-19 situation took hold. But be rest assured that the beauty of Andalusia is still waiting for you to explore. As we now…
Rosé Wine Suggestions for Spring Coronacation
In these troubled times we might not be able to explore unknown lands or even pop to the local pub. But we can have wine delivered right to our door…
London in the Time of Coronavirus
Photographer Charles Ashton took to the near desserted streets, bridges and underground stations of London to take these images of the UK capital shortly before it was locked down due…
Must-visit Travel Destinations for Sports Lovers
Many people believe that sports can break all barriers existing between countries. It is a fine lens through which you can look and understand people much better. And when the…
How to Spend a Weekend in the Lake District
With the widespread impact of coronavirus COVID-19, 2020 is set to be the year of the staycation and mini-break, here is Travel Begins at 40’s guide on how to spend…
David Hockney Drawing from Life
DUE TO CORONOVIRUS COVID-19, THE NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOICE. Prepping for his trip around Hockney Country in the Yorkshire Wolds, Mark Bibby Jackson takes a shorter…
Steven Edwards at Bingham Riverhouse
Great food, finest champagne and an amazing view on the river Thames. You can have all this at the new restaurant Steven Edwards at Bingham Riverhouse, Richmond. Opened on 5…
Coronavirus Travel Advice: Is It Safe to Travel?
Mark Bibby Jackson provides some coronavirus travel advice as well as guidance to those people asking the question – is it safe to travel to Europe? As the number of…
8 Best Rooftop Bars in Palma Mallorca
We may still be experiencing the dark days of February, but in the Balearic capital Palma, spring has arrived, the sun is out and the city’s vibrant rooftop bars have…
A Day and a Night in Kortrijk, Belgium
Mark Bibby Jackson visits the beautiful medieval city of Kortrijk in Flanders to discover a place rich in history, with a wonderful cuisine and excellent spa. One of the great…
8 Electric Bike Tours from around the World
Always popular, cycling tours have gotten an extra “charge” in recent years with the addition of electric bikes, allowing guests to ride hills with ease or get a boost to…
Playing with Fire at Timanfaya National Park
On his recent trip to Lanzarote, Mark Bibby Jackson visits the astonishing Timanfaya National Park. I am not a great one for getting crammed in a bus with a load…
