Situated to the north of Venezuela in the southern Caribbean Sea, Aruba boasts white sandy beaches and azure-blue warm waters. The island benefits from being just below the hurricane belt and boasts a dry climate with rarely a rainy day. Many of Aruba’s beaches have the accolade of being some of the best in the world, with peaceful, family-friendly waters and safe, sandy shores.
Malta is a country located in southern Europe close to Siciliy, Gibraltar and Tunisia. Although it is one of the smallest countries in the world, it is famed for its densely populated cities; the biggest of which being Birkirkara.
For those looking to escape from the everyday routine, going on a cruise is an increasingly attractive proposition. With numerous destinations to choose from, globetrotters are well and truly spoilt for choice.
Hiking is all about testing yourself to the limits of your physical and mental capabilities, battling against the elements, fatigue and upside down maps in order to reach your goal. Isn’t it? Well, not necessarily.
One of Englands Cathedral towns, Salisbury is a great place to visit whether on a night out, a shopping trip or just to see the history.
As a traveller, really getting to understand the US with its diversity can prove quite a challenge. Of course for visitors spending a city getaway in the bigger cities like New York, Miami or San Francisco, the urban life is one-of-a-kind, making visits a unique experience.
While most restaurants in London will go for a very cosmopolitan feel, that diners would recognise as your more mainstream approach to ensuring their customers have an enjoyable evening. There are a few London based restaurants that offer a very unusual style of dining experience.
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Imagine zipping through the jaw dropping scenery of the Amalfi Coast, smelling the lavender fields of Provence or visiting fairy tale villages along Germany’s Romantic Road.
Some places in New Zealand can come across like Jurassic Park, wild and unpopulated, its rugged landscape is what has made it popular with film makers and tourists alike. Auckland on the other hand is New Zealand’s most populous urban area. In 2011, Auckland was ranked third in the Mercer Quality of Living Survey.
The summer is a time for festive occasions and beautiful locations, and that is why, in the coming months, you may want to look into a few special destinations to consider!
If for some reason in your life it’s always been a lifelong goal to get about as far South in Britain as it is possible to get – then Helston in Cornwall is the place for you my friend.
Now hear me out. Having been born and bred Southampton I’ve never really given it much thought. I walk through town day in and day out without really casting my mind upon the history of the place. Yet with the recent anniversary of the Titanic disaster, coupled with the recent revival of the ship in the form of Titanic 2 (due to set sail in 2016) – It seems fitting to at least pen one article to my city that has seen its fair share of history.
Potosi was once the wealthiest city in South America, thanks to the silver that once lay beneath its hills. In the 16th century, Potosi was regarded as the world’s largest industrial complex in which the extraction of silver relied on a series of innovative hydraulic mills.
The New Forest in Hampshire is perhaps best known for its camping sites and its Ponies. For those who have ever actually been camping out in the New Forest, the two are often an undesirable combination. (Seriously, don’t feed them).
To the seasoned traveler, the world truly is an oyster.
Those longing for uncharted territories of wild natural beauty and a complete rest from crowds and traffic may be astonished to discover that Spain’s Canary Islands still have a handful of secret hideouts.
Manhattan can seem a daunting prospect to those who are maybe short on money (I hear you students). With fifth avenue stretching out to show you it’s flashy designer stores and equally as flashy customers, the fancy restaurants crammed into Times Square with their large courses and even larger tip demands.
Travellers are once again beginning to look a little further afield for a holiday, knowing that it will give them an altogether different experience when they finally decide on somewhere new. While Europe continues to get better for those outside it - as well as British travellers - due to the weakening euro, it’s still worth flying a little further to get an even cheaper and more eye-opening break.
Having a holiday in the UK is often frowned upon by those who love sun, sea and sand of warmer climates, but the UK can offer all these things and more. Exploring the motherland is easy, doesn’t require a passport and needs little planning. The only thing that needs planning is finding the right hotels in the UK and then it’s time to hit the road.
A city immortalised by Shakespeare, Verona has inspired literature and movies for years. Situated in northern Italy, Verona is one of the more beautifully archaic parts of the country and was awarded World Heritage Site status.
Sometimes out of the blue you might find that you have enough time to take advantage of an unexpected gap in your working schedule and your thoughts may well turn to a holiday escape.
Although a small island off the south coast off the UK, the Isle of Wight certainly doesn’t lack things to do and places to go. No matter what time of the year you choose to go on holiday to the Isle of Wight you will not be disappointed as there are attractions and activities for all of the family all year round as well as being home to the infamous Isle of Wight Music Festival.
If the onslaught of holiday adverts and ‘dream’ destinations are leaving you a little less than inspired at the moment – or even if you’re lucky enough to have already visited most of the places on your to-do list - why not take a moment and think of the destinations you desperately loved to go as a child?
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There are two main sections within the city of Melbourne, Australia that you can opt to surf at. These are Melbourne East and Melbourne West.
When planning a holiday abroad I am normally thinking of sun, sea, relaxing and as a lover of exploring, a few historic attractions so Ireland never really came to mind. I needed a trip away but couldn’t afford to jet off on a back packing adventure into exotic terrain so I decided to hope on the ferry over to visit our Irish neighbours.
Amsterdam, the largest city and capital of the Netherlands, is a beautiful place to visit. Known as the Venice of the North, Amsterdam is a sight to behold with its many canals, wonderful architecture and numerous bridges.
While most people are glad to be waving goodbye to winter, some will already be considering where to head for when the colder weather comes. To stay one step ahead, here’s a list of the top five places to visit this year that’ll really up the ante and have you embracing the ice in style.
Thinking of a weekend break with loved ones or a couple of mates? Here are a couple of the top quick get-away destinations around Europe.
Alicante is both port city and province, occupying the south-east corner of Spain’s Costa Blanca. A popular region for holiday-makers in search of palm-fringed beaches, warm climate and fun activities, Alicante is also where you’ll find one of the most authentic Spanish social scenes and an array of mouthwatering cuisine.
Being a lover of travelling, scaling the globe and meeting some, let’s say, interesting people along the way, I have come across more than my fair share of travel stories, excuses and tales of extreme madness.
Although the temperatures in Europe might not always be the warmest, the continent is still very keen to get outside and start swimming in its cities. Here you’ll find a few of the best outdoor swimming pools in Europe. Just try to make your visit fall in summer!
As somebody who had never been to Australia before, I had few expectations upon arriving in the city of Sydney. I was of course looking forward to a bit of sun, surfing - perhaps a barbeque or two - but without doing much research beyond the Sydney Opera House, I had no real idea as to what an (actual, not stereotypical) holiday here would entail.
As one of the biggest television phenomenons in recent years, Man vs. Food incorporates one of the most fascinating aspects of travel: the food you get to eat along the way.
A Great City Hamburg is the greenest city in Europe. It is also the largest city in Germany after Berlin and the place where more than one million and eight hundred thousand people live in the city proper, while in the larger metropolitan region over five million citizens find shelter, work and happiness.
Often used as a way of celebrating different cultures from all over the world, music has the power to transport us. Whether it’s stated in the actual lyrics, or simply in the feel good beat – there are those songs that are completely associated with a place. Here’s a list of some of the best and most ‘international’ songs to inspire your next must-visit wish list!
For a relatively tiny island, Japan packs a mighty punch when it comes to the best diving spots in the world. It is the scattering of even smaller islands around the Japanese mainland that make the country such a worthwhile trip for divers; check our pick of the top 5 resorts:
In Vietnam, food and philosophy are deeply connected. The elements and Yin/Yang balance are reflected in the cooking. Tastes that represent the five elements - earth, water, fire, metal and wood - are combined with five colours and five food types.
Long before TOWIE came along, the biggest pre-conception about Essex – alongside everyone wearing white stilettos – has always been that it is a rather unattractive county.
If your idea of a dream break is exploring the shops, boutiques and markets of a new country, then Portugal is really worth looking into.
One of the greatest aspects of any ski holiday is undoubtedly the après ski. Literally translated as ‘after ski’, it refers to the part of the day when you’re finished with the mountain and all that’s left to do is drink, dance and socialise.
So often we book holidays in search of sun, sea and sand, but if you centre your break around the final element of the holy ‘s’ trinity you can be rewarded with some truly breathtaking sights and never to be repeated experiences. Forget the packaged beach holiday this year and shelve your plans to laze by the beach and swap your sands for something altogether more vast and impressive.
Despite often being thought of as a holiday for the more ‘mature’, cruises are in fact becoming increasingly popular with people of all ages. It’s about time too – despite not being everybody’s cup of tea - cruises are indeed an excellent choice for travellers. And if you don’t believe us, we thought we’d regale you with the reasons why…
Fed up with Glastonbury grime and Reading rain? Music lovers seeking warmer climes are heading to festivals overseas to see the biggest names in music, without the big threat of mud.
We spotlight one of our favourite European cruise destinations offered from the port of Southampton
Beer and wine are the perfect alcoholic beverages to pair your dinner with. They complement the food and bring out distinct flavours in your mouth. However, you need to be careful when you order wine and beer with your dinner. Here is a list of guidelines to help you in this. Take a look.
With most people desperate to escape the gloom of winter, coastal destinations are more popular than ever before. It’s understandable, as an all-round crowd pleaser: the beach acts a great escape for families, mates and couples alike.
The city of Marbella in southern Spain has recently seemed to have a rise in popularity. Always seen as a destination for the rich, it has appeared to become more accessible thanks to the glamorous, label-loving Essex contingent (and other regional clones) who now flock there each summer.
The title of Australia’s party capital is hotly contested, but with its variety of venues from sophisticated waterside bars to big brash nightclubs to increasingly common swanky small bars, we reckon Sydney is a top contender.
