There is nothing like spending a vacation skiing with the family. And if you want to go out of the usual Western snow land, then why not travel to Asia and experience the kind of winter wonder land that they offer. One of the best countries to do that is South Korea as they have a lot of ski resorts that you could choose from. And not just skiing but Read More ...
There is no better choice for a UK holiday than taking a camping trip to Wales, and there are so many options to choose from that you may be spoilt for choice. If you don’t want to take your own camping gear there are numerous types of accommodation to stay in, from modern tents to yurts and tipis, and these are spread out through many locations so you can stay Read More ...
The Gorski Kotar is a region in the northwest of Croatia, bordered to the west by the Croatian coast. It is a plateau with an average altitude of 700-900m AD from the mountain peaks up to over 1,500m rise in AD. It rises steeply over Kvarner bay, while access from the interior it is much softer and graded. This leads to climatic effects, due to the strong influence of the relief. Read More ...
While the Greek people are known for their love of children and their incredible hospitality, the island of Kefalonia isn’t just for families. Couples in love will enjoy a romantic night out and about on the island. Fancy meals, pubs, bars and other forms of nightlife make it the perfect romantic escape for couples or the perfect night out with friends. If you are staying in any of the Kefalonia Read More ...
London is a great city. Poplar throughout the whole of the world it is a loved destination for many tourists visiting the country. However, many UK residents are also choosing to visit the city and explore areas they have never seen before. With this in mind, I have taken the time out to give you a list of places you too can visit in London to get a real taste Read More ...
Amongst the various islands that nestle in the Aegean, the Greek sea that is calm as a millpond as studded with unspoilt magnets for tourists, Crete deserves a special mention. It has a colourful history to start with and is famous in Greek mythology thanks to the Demi god Theseus who slayed the Minotaur with the assistance of Ariadne, the daughter of the king of Knossos. In the last century, Read More ...
The winning images in this years Travel Photographer of the Year award gives a fascinating insight into culture, nature and life around the world. The overall winner of 2011 international Travel Photographer of the Year awards (TPOTY) was named as Louis Montrose from theUSA, a former professor from theUniversity of California and an Elizabethan scholar. Mr Montrose submitted two very different yet striking portfolios; one showing the Dia de los Read More ...
Everyone talks about road trips. It’s the dream holiday, the ultimate DIY travel experience and the adventure of a lifetime. From travelling across the USA from coast to coast in an old school Cadillac to driving from Bangkok to Brighton in a tuk-tuk, there are hundreds of tales to bring the wanderlust out in everyone. For those of you who spend hours talking about how one day you’ll just pack Read More ...
Of all the islands in Indonesia, Bali is probably the most famous among tourists. It is well known for having a great deal of culture and you will find music, dance, painting and leatherwork all very common on the island. In Indonesia there are over 17,000 islands but Bali is the most well-known. Over time the island has become more developed but it still remains a beautiful paradise with hundreds Read More ...
If you travel frequently and are used to standing in an airport waiting for your luggage to arrive, you will probably have at some time, to pass the time away, played the luggage game. If you haven’t, the rules are very simple, you look at the baggage and try and match it with its owner. It is as this point you also notice how tatty some of the baggage is, Read More ...
If you love the great outdoors and enjoy hiking in lush greenery, then Edmonton will be your idea of heaven. This modern city boast over 460 parks, community gardens and nature trails that all exhibit beautiful greenery. The pleasant weather with an abundance of sunshine makes it a great place to visit if you want to go trekking, biking or relaxing with a picnic. Make sure you pack your binoculars Read More ...
As the winter weather starts to bite in the UK many peoples thoughts start to turn to warmer climates. And the Spanish owned Canary Islands are the closest destination to home for anyone thinking about booking a sunshine getaway, with a flight time of just four hours. Lanzarote has long been a hot favourite with British tourists ever since tourism first took off here back in the 1970´s. Today the Read More ...
First Choice, home of all inclusive, have created a competition to fix Santa’s finances. To win an iPad 2 add your comment below and tell us how you think we can save Santa from financial ruin. Be sure to send an email with your comment to blog@firstchoice.co.uk so they can track your entry. Click on the graphic to enlarge it.
Christmas is a special event for most people and provides the perfect opportunity to spend invaluable quality time with family and friends. It can be difficult to gather all members of your extended family together for the occasion, especially if they are scattered across the UK. However, a “staycation” allows you and your loved ones to catch up somewhere special, without the stress and hassle of daily life getting in Read More ...
Cabin crew demonstrate that there’s ‘no hidden extras’ through underground viral A new collaboration between Nectar and easyJet is set to create a new and eye catching cviral that will remind people about how points can be exchanged for easyJet flights, This follows in the wake of the recent partnership that was created between the largest loyalty programme and airline in the UK. The tongue in cheek viral highlights the Read More ...
Rio San Juan is located in Nicaragua and is a place with an incredible amount of history. It was first explored in the 16th century by conquistadors and was dominated by English pirates through the 17th century. The river was the site of epic battles and later a place where people hoped to find gold. It runs for nearly 200 km and takes water from the largest lake in Read More ...
