Cornish Wine Tourism Takes Off
This summer, more visitors than ever before look set to visit Cornish vineyards as wine tourism comes of age on the south-facing, increasingly vine-covered slopes of the far west…
Journey to Zero Island Cuts Emissions
Sweden is aiming to become climate neutral by 2045. However, it has been estimated by the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) that we may have…
Toulouse: Sport, Planes and Gastronomy
With its wonderful gastronomy, nearby vineyards, sporting tradition and close links with the aviation industry, including Concorde, Toulouse makes the ideal place for a weekend away…
WOMAD Day Tickets Go On Sale
Day tickets for WOMAD go on sale today as the festival announces the day splits for its three-day global party celebrating music and culture from all over the world. Kicking…
Celebrate San Diego’s 250th Birthday
July marks the 250 year anniversary of San Diego, California. The first European settlers to arrive on the west coast sailed into San Diego Bay in 1542, naming the land…
Latitude 0° Opens in Kampala, Uganda
Latitude 0° – named after its position on the equator – opens this summer in Kampala, Uganda. Located on the outskirts of the lively city of Kampala, atop the peak…
Free London Green Film Festival in July
Regent’s Place will launch the London Green Film Festival. A partnership with the renowned San Francisco Green Film Festival (SFGFF), the free event will explore environmental issues…
Take the Great West Way this Summer
Stretching 125 miles from London and Bristol, the Great West Way, is a touring route devised to enable travellers to visit some of Britain’s great iconic sites and many lesser-known…
Summer Food Festivals Across the South East
The South East of England offers a wide range of food, beer and wine festivals throughout the summer, from chilli to cheese, garlic to ice cream and seafood to sweetcorn…
Fly to Faroe Islands from Paris and New York
The national airline of the Faroe Islands, Atlantic Airways, and Air France have signed a codeshare agreement, effective from 1 July 2019. This means customers will be able to benefit…
Three Initiatives for World Oceans Day
June 8 is World Oceans Day, and around the globe there will be a series of World Oceans Day activities that will highlight the problem facing the world, and help…
Michigan National Cherry Festival
As the USA’s leading producer of tart cherries, Michigan celebrates its heritage each year with the National Cherry Festival. Held in Traverse City, the Cherry Capital of the World, the…
Iceland Urges Tourists to Drink (Water) Responsibly
In an attempt to encourage its tourists to behave more responsibly, Inspired by Iceland has launched the world’s first premium tap water brand. Kranavatn, Icelandic for tap water…
Dunton Paves the Way for Sustainable Travel
Dunton Destinations, a collection of three award-winning luxury properties in the Colorado Rockies, has implemented a new sustainability programme incorporating renewable…
Walk on Sunshine in the Seychelles
There is no better way to explore the paradise islands of Seychelles than on foot. The huge variety of biodiversity and landscapes – striking mountains, granite rocks, mangrove forests…
3 Barbados Festivals You Don’t Want to Miss
Barbados’ calendar of festivals is immense, covering everything from its fascinating history, sporting prowess, wealth of activities and the island’s culinary expertise…
5 of the Best Festivals in Porto and the North
With an array of exciting events planned for this summer, Port is in for a jam-packed summer of festivals, including Tomorrowland, meaning there has never been a better time to…
Penzance, a Literary Destination
The harbour side town of Penzance in the most westerly corner of Cornwall is rich in literary history, with famous literary figures including the Brontë sisters, Alfred, Lord Tennyson and…
New Guernsey Food and Drink Festival Launches
VisitGuernsey has announced the launch of a new Eat Drink & Be Local summer festival series focusing on the island’s food, drink and artisanal crafts. Starting on 2 June as part…
Singapore: Where Explorers Meet in London
This year is an important year for Singapore as it commemorates its Bicentennial – the 200th anniversary of Sir Stamford Raffles’ landing in Singapore in 1819 – a key turning…
Pittsburgh Art on the South Bank
VisitPITTSBURGH, in collaboration with Greater Pittsburgh Art Council and Arts and Culture at Pittsburgh International Airport, is bringing together a collective of exclusive artworks…
Bite Cardiff Returns this July
Despite being a brand-new concept, Bite Cardiff ended up being the unexpected highlight of the Cardiff food festival calendar last year. The inaugural event welcomed…
New Travel Comparison Site and Costa Rica Guide
Your favourite travel website for the over 40s has just become more extensive with the addition of a travel comparison site for flights and hotels. Leading travel website for the…
Hike Nevada’s Most Beautiful Trails
In the past year, nature travel has become a top trend, with Pinterest searches for “nature travel” up 88%, and Airbnb reporting a 539% year-over-year increase…
