Wales rolls out its Year of the Sea – Visit Wales is rolling out a special celebration through 2018 – the Year of the Sea. If you have ever wanted to take a closer look at this great country then its captivating coastlines are all the inspiration you need. A trip anywhere along the Welsh […]
Wales rolls out the Year of the Sea
Turkey boosted by latest tourism figures
Turkey boosted by latest tourism figures – Turkey may be putting troubled times on the tourism front behind them. The Turkish Statistical Institution (Turk Stat) has unveiled its latest report showing Turkish tourism revenue rebounded by 18.9% year-on-year in 2017. Reaching its peak in 2014 with a record-breaking 34 billion USD, tourism revenues dropped drastically […]
When it’s spring again…Keukenhof calls
When it’s spring again…Keukenhof calls – Planning a visit to Holland this springtime? Then don’t miss the chance to visit Keukenhof, the most famous and largest flower park in the world and lies not far from Amsterdam. Keukenhof opens its doors in March, when more than 7m flowers are on show – a collection of […]
Half term heaven with One Off Places
Half term heaven with One Off Places – February half term is just round the corner and here’s a few suggestions from One Off Places on how you can make the most of the break. Country House Cottage, Somerset (3 beds / sleeps up to 8) – £345 OFF A chic little bolthole in the […]
A toast to the Absinthe Trail
A toast to the Absinthe Trail – Trips and trails themed around our favourite tipple are on the up. In the UK, ever popular ale and whisky trails have now being joined by a proliferation of craft gin enterprises as a welcome stop-off for travellers. Of course, in France it’s wine that dominates the drinks […]
Party time in Illinois
Party time in Illinois – The state of Illinois is having a party…and you are invited. Throughout 2018 Illinois will be marking its bicentenary and with new flights from the UK, new hotels and attractions, visitors are in for a treat. New flights In March 2018, Norwegian Airlines will start flights from Gatwick to Chicago […]
Utrecht – a Dutch delight
Utrecht – a Dutch delight – Quaint winding streets, historic buildings and canals lined with bustling cafes and city culture – no you are not in Amsterdam but another of Holland’s city gems. The snapshot scenes are from the ancient city of Utrecht, a stone’s throw south of Amsterdam yet largely overlooked by UK visitors. […]
