Travels with My Mum: Northern France Road Trip
Mark Bibby Jackson and his mother go on a northern France road trip from the UK to Calais through the Loire and back to Normandy. Endless. Like in a film…
Cycling Thrills in Les Gets France
James Clark takes to two wheels in Les Gets, France, to see what it feels like to cycle up to the top of the world, and then come back down…
Discovering Malmö Sweden: Pretty in Pink
Invited to attend the Southern Sweden Design Days by Visit Sweden, Visit Skåne, and the host city of Malmö Sweden, Mark Bibby Jackson soon discovers the city’s obsession with the…
Pedals in Puglia Italy
Head for Italy’s ‘heel’ with Judith Schrut as she shares delights and highlights from her recent cycling trip in Puglia, deep in Italy’s sunny south. Whether you’re an Easy Rider…
6 Things to Do in San Antonio Texas
Lynn Houghton discovers the wonderful things to do in San Antonio Texas, from its great food to western history. Most of us have heard of the Alamo. This small adobe…
Hartwell House: Fit for a King
Neil Hennessy-Vass visits Hartwell House Hotel and Spa in Buckinghamshire, near London, which was the home for former kings. With a history of over 1,000 years and plenty of notable…
Don’t Look Back in Ostend
Mark Bibby Jackson visits Ostend Belgium and ends up turning full circle. When I informed a travel writing colleague of mine, I was travelling to Ostend, her response was just…
11 Festivals in July 2023
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best global festivals in July 2023 from Pennsylvania to South Korea, so wherever you are you can join in the celebrations. Music Festivals…
Blowin’ in the Wind at the Hard Rock Hotel Dublin
On a visit to the International Literature Festival Dublin, Roger Hermiston and Eileen Wise have a very musical stay at the Hard Rock Hotel Dublin. Our journey through the lobby…
Circular Things to Do in Utrecht Netherlands: Bitterballen, Borrelen and Bikes
Mark Bibby Jackson visits Utrecht Netherlands to discover a visionary view of a sustainable future for the tourism industry. If you have never tried a bitterbal then you have never…
Miami Florida : US Capital of Cool
Miami Florida has recently been named one of the world’s greatest places by TIME Magazine, Maria Boyle discovers why. Made legendary during the Roaring Twenties and again in the Eighties…
5 Festivals in June 2024
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best global festivals in June 2024 from Peru to Colorado, so wherever you are you can join in the celebrations. Cultural Festivals in…
The Priory Wareham: Quintessential England
James Clark books into The Priory Wareham on a UK staycation to discover the perfect English weekend away with more than a touch of the French. I may have arrived…
A Night at the Troubadour London
Neil Hennessy-Vass finds his meal upstaged by the amazing jazz at the Troubadour London. The Troubadour is quite simply an institution that means a lot to people of a certain…
Where to Go in May 2023
Images from packed airports demonstrate the desire to wander has lost none of its lustre during the last couple of years. If you are looking to go on holiday next…
Top 10 Things to Do in India for an Unforgettable Trip
Welcome to our guide on things to do in India, one of the most culturally diverse and fascinating countries in the world. India offers an unparalleled travel experience, with a…
Fiestas Patrias Chile (Independence Day)
Fiestas Patrias, as its name suggests, is a patriotic celebration, but it is much more than that. It commemorates throwing off Spanish rule in Chile, but as it is so close also the spring equinox…
Middlethorpe Hall & Spa Review
Neil Hennessy-Vass visits Middlethorpe Hall and Spa near York, and enjoys the elegant proficiency. Middlethorpe Hall and Spa is an elegant building with a large simple garden where deer roam…
Picklesburgh 2024, Pittsburgh, USA
Every year, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, transforms into the pickle capital of the world to celebrate its annual Picklesburgh Festival. This vibrant event has something for everyone…
Discover Amazing Holidays in Sicily, Italy
Sicily Italy, the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, boasts a rich history, stunning landscapes and delicious cuisine. It’s no wonder that many travellers dream of visiting this beautiful Italian…
Bergen Norway Things to Do in Winter
Mark Bibby Jackson discovers the vast array of things to do in Bergen Norway during winter, from its great gastronomy to rich culture and trolls! It is not very often…
Top Things to Do in London for First-Time Visitors
Welcome to the ultimate guide to things to do in London. If you’re planning a trip to England’s bustling capital, it’s essential to plan ahead to ensure you get the…
10 Amazing Things to Do in Egypt
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…
Palais Amani: Hidden Paradise in Fes Morocco
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…
