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Festivals in the UK

I have spoken a lot on this blog about staying within the UK when considering summer breaks. Travelling to the Lake District and enjoying the idyllic scenery, or travelling far south to Cornwall and putting your toes in the sand. During the summer time though there is one additional thing to consider; festivals. Ranging from […]

Why travel at all?

I always just assume that people are out in the world travelling and, of course, reading my blog for tips and insight. I am a travel guru. I am well aware though, that there are many people in the world who do not travel for a few reasons. Travel can often be expensive; despite the […]

Volunteering Abroad: Nepal needs you

Very occasionally I will get serious on these pages. Even more occasionally I will talk about real world events and things that have happened in the news. This week a horrific natural disaster struck the poverty stricken country of Nepal. Already in dire need of help, the country has already lost over two thousand people […]

Google Maps: Virtual Tourism

It is a sad thing to admit; but there will be many, many places in your life that you will want to visit, but can’t. It is not a sad thing though; but knowing that allows you the kind of freedom to not have to worry about where to go and what to do. Don’t […]

The right hotel can make all the difference

In my past travel and holiday blogs I have talked a lot about the things that make a great holiday; the things you can’t afford to leave home without, the things to try and see and do on your holiday and, ultimately, where you end up spending a few days, weeks or even months away. […]

The Villa: Luxury Holidays

There’s one holiday type in the world that announces to everyone, your friends, family and anyone who will listen, that you’ve arrived in the holiday scene. This is no budget holiday to the party islands; no two star hotels with cheap vodka, scantily clad ladies and people being sick outside your room’s door. No, this […]

Buying a Cabin Lodge

A lodge or cabin is something which is typically associated with a holiday. They play a massive role in the type of accommodation you’ll find in a nature reserve; which is where you’ll most likely have the option of buying a lodge. Lodges can cost anywhere from £10,000 to £150,000, with some even higher than […]

Adventure holidays in the UK

Adventure holidays can mean different things to everyone. For some people an adventure holiday is packed with adrenalin pumping sports and challenges, whereas as for others it may include a day on a safari or boat trip. It really doesn’t matter what sorts of interests you have, there is something out there for everyone and […]

Holidays in Portugal – The Options

Finding accommodation in Portugal can be a breeze if you look in the right places. There are numerous accommodation options for visitors, for example, one may stay in a vacation home rental, an apartment or a hotel. Portugal holiday accommodation options are some of the most luxurious as they offer personalized facilities to suit your […]