Monuments to Markets: Things to Do in Delhi, India
If you’re planning a visit to India, Delhi should definitely be on your itinerary. As the country’s capital city, Delhi is a bustling metropolis that offers a rich cultural heritage…
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If you’re planning a visit to India, Delhi should definitely be on your itinerary. As the country’s capital city, Delhi is a bustling metropolis that offers a rich cultural heritage…
Travel Begins at 40 has scanned the globe to bring you our tips on where to go in March from Japan to Brazil, with activities from watching bulbs grow in…
Egypt is a land of ancient wonders and natural beauty. From the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza to the majestic temples of Luxor, there is no shortage of things to see…
Looking for an adventure that’s off the beaten path? Look no further than Cambodia. This exquisite Southeast Asia tours destination boasts a profound historical background, a lively culture, and a…
James Clark stays at the Palais Amani, Fes in Morocco, and cooks up a storm in this amazing city. I have always been a fan of second cities. They tend…
With your mind firmly focused on Yul Brynner riding with six fellow cowboys into a dusty town we give you our round up of the seven best film festivals from…
Neil Hennessy-Vass visits Hever Castle to view the current exhibition Catherine & Anne: Queens, Rivals, Mothers. Hever Castle, the family seat and childhood home of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII’s second…
Colombia is a fascinating and colourful country to visit, with a rich history and wide culture. There are a number of festivals in the South American country throughout the year…
Mark Bibby Jackson discovers the sustainable things to do in Dublin, many of which are free. Since I have been writing about sustainable tourism, I have been struck by how…
If you are looking for a festival in 2023, you might be interested in visiting the Caribbean. The region is famed for its colourful and vibrant festivals. Whether you’re a…
In the dark days of World War II, Auschwitz became synonymous with the horrors of the Holocaust. This concentration camp has become a symbol of the brutality and terror of…
Roger Hermiston and Eileen Wise travel to the Cotswolds to slow down at the Thyme Hotel. There’s a sense of timelessness as you journey to Gloucestershire’s Thyme country house hotel…
Is Toulouse worth visiting? Mark Bibby Jackson visits the fourth largest city in France, and stands in awe at the Halle de la Machine before making a pastel fabric in…
Thinking of things to do in Essex this weekend? Mark Bibby Jackson takes the short trip to Essex to land in a bit of a pickle as he is charged…
Robert Spellman reviews Executions, an exhibition looking at public executions held at the Museum of Docklands London. Hanging. Burning. Beheading. Drawing, hanging and quartering. During London’s 700-year history of public…
Whether it is for ethical reasons or health, increasingly large numbers of people are turning towards veganism. According to the Veganuary website 620,000 people tried being vegan last January, from…
Roger Hermiston and Eileen Wise travel to Dublin and Cork inspired by James Joyce and other literary giants of Ireland. It’s one o’clock on day two of our stay in…
Maria Boyle discovers the Scottish capital is the perfect city to visit with teens in tow on her weekend in Edinburgh. When children hit their late teen years and are…
Mark Bibby Jackson visits the Rivierpark Maasvallei and Hoge Kempen National Park in Limburg, Belgium to discover the regeneration of the former industrial region. It was in Germany while visiting…
The symbolic power of light has always played a powerful role in the world’s many cultural and religious traditions. But apart from their traditional significance, festivals of lights are also…
Maria Boyle enjoys a first-time long weekend in Berlin to learn about its rich history and discovers it really is Europe’s coolest city. “It’s one of THE best cities I…
In the second of two photo essays from Varanasi India we discover the cremation rituals at the burning ghats on the banks of the Ganges river. Read the first article…
Mark Bibby Jackson takes a break at the Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in the Lake District and receives a Michelin Star experience. There is something about the Lake District…
The first of two photo essays from Varanasi India exploring life and death in the holy city along the banks of the Ganges river. Varanasi is also known by its…
Culture & history are essential elements of the Over 40 and Over 50 travel experience. Gone have the days when you were content just to lying on the beach, and – perhaps – the kids have trailed off on holidays of their own. At Travel Begins at 40, our team of expert writers have traversed the globe to bring you their favourite cultural and historical highs – some of which might just take you by surprise. So whether you fancy taking a tour of Florence or visiting the Louvre – the Abu Dhabi one naturally, we have the travel experiences that might just inspire you to go on a trip of your own. From Pittsburgh to Almaty and Cartagena to Oman, we have experienced the world’s greatest festivals and museums, castles and temples. Read our adventures and don’t forget to go on similar ones of your own. Culture, history and the people who have shaped them at travel Begins at 40.