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Flashpacking: discovering the land down-under with Wild Kiwi

29th July 2019 By David Pike Leave a Comment

Flashpacking: discovering the land down-under with Wild Kiwi – Gone are the days when backpackers were limited to cheap accommodation and grungy public buses.  ‘Flashpacking’ is the travel trend of the moment, swapping dingy digs for comfortable mattresses and cramped buses for kitted-out cruisers. Specialising in this modern way of seeing the world, Wild Kiwi, […]

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Now serving – food festivals across the South East

12th July 2019 By David Pike Leave a Comment

Now serving – food festivals across the South East – There’s a mouthwatering menu on offer across the South East of England with a wide range of food, beer and wine festivals throughout the summer and autumn. Many festivals are held over a weekend and offer the perfect excuse to stay over and take a […]

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The eyes have it

12th July 2019 By David Pike Leave a Comment

The eyes have it – This great shot of a mountain gorilla in Virunga National Park, Democratic Republic of Congo, by Daniel Burton was a worthy winner of the National Geographic Traveller (UK) photography competition 2019, run in association with Donegal Tourism. Chris Hudson, art director at National Geographic Traveller (UK), said of the grand […]

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Vietnam excites the senses with Rickshaw Travel

2nd July 2019 By David Pike Leave a Comment

Vietnam excites the senses with Rickshaw Travel – A sensory journey through Vietnam with Rickshaw Travel – Vietnam is a country full of boundless choice, and one that awakens all the senses.  From its energetic, colourful cities to it’s hushed rural countryside and coastline of tropical beaches, it’s a majestic destination and one that provides […]

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Orange Blossom Coast with Ramblers Walking Holidays

28th May 2019 By David Pike Leave a Comment

Orange Blossom Coast with Ramblers Walking Holidays  – The National Gallery is staging (until July 7) the first exhibition in the UK, for over a century, of the work of the Spanish impressionist Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida (1863–1923).   Known as the Spanish Master of Light for his iridescent canvases, many of Sorolla’s paintings of landscapes […]

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Magic of the Mediterranean with MedSailors

7th April 2019 By David Pike Leave a Comment

Magic of the Mediterranean with MedSailors – Set along 28,000 miles of beautiful coastline, there’s a magnitude of opportunity for avid photographers to capture scenes of turquoise waters, secluded landscapes and historical sites in the Mediterranean. To help those deciding where on this famous coastline they want to snap next, MedSailors, the adventure sailing holiday […]

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Game of Thrones sets the travel agenda

2nd April 2019 By David Pike Leave a Comment

Game of Thrones sets the travel agenda  – It’s been an epic eight years for Games of Thrones. Since George R R Martin penned A Song of Ice and Fire and the series was first aired on TV in 2011 it has built up a massive international audience. And that has delivered great news for […]

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Inspirational trips that explore the world by train

If it were possible to turn back the clock and reverse controversial political decisions, it’s a safe bet that the railway closures of the 60s would be at the top of the list. Sixty years on and an undiminished nostalgia for steam is now coupled with a growing demand for rail experiences. Both are excellently […]

Hail Pompeii – bringing the past back to life

However many TV programmes, documentaries you have watched, articles you have read about Pompeii, nothing quite prepares you for the real thing. For almost 300 years, when serious archaeological investigations began, this ancient Roman town, lying south-east of Naples in Italy’s Campania region,has been delivering an unfolding and compelling story of life and death. Decimated […]

Taking a slow boat to a world of discovery

Cruising at just four-miles-per-hour aboard a canal boat is often described as the ‘fastest way to slow down.’  As a relaxing way to take a break and explore new locations a canal holiday is hard to beat.                     And Britain provides a backdrop to some of […]

Five star fun for every generation

It’s fair to say that visitors to the award winning Pine Cliffs Resort in Portugal are spoilt for choice when planning their holiday diaries. Sharing a stretch of stunning coastline on the Algarve, Pine Cliffs has become a popular choice for families with the sat-nav set for extra-special. There’s a wide range of family activities […]

Oyster Tours Ahoy on Argyll Coast!

Oban’s very own ‘Oyster Lady’, Judith Vajk, is offering guests a new foodie experience to learn all about oysters on the Argyll coast. Have you always wanted to learn how to shuck an oyster? Or do you need to improve your shucking skills?  Guests are now being offered a unique behind-the-scenes look to discover more […]

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David Pike

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Just the ticket for a luxury run from Paris to Istanbul

Golden Eagle Luxury Trains will soon welcome guests on their inaugural Paris to Istanbul voyage with four departure dates for 2025, in either direction.  The eight-day odyssey traversing seven countries on the gorgeous Danube Express train marks a significant milestone, showcasing Golden Eagle’s growing success and dedication to expanding its European tours. With a focus […]

Chester is a stellar attraction

The Romans knew a good thing when they saw it – and the roots they planted to establish the fortress town of Deva have returned a golden legacy for modern day Chester. Today this captivating city, ringed by historic red sandstone walls that provide a magnificent walk and the perfect way to take in all […]

Where do we go from here?

The past two years have, without doubt, brought the worst of times for those who love to travel. It’s been a recurring nightmare for everyone working and operating in the travel industry – empty airports, empty beaches, cruise ships in quarantine and holiday hot spots forced into cold storage. And it been nothing short of […]

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