Picture perfect in Albi – Travellers following the artistic genius of Toulouse Lautrec should set the sat-nav for Albi in southwest France. The beautiful town in Occitanne is the artist’s birthplace and home to the Toulouse-Lautrec Museum (http://musee-toulouse-lautrec.com), where the largest public collection of his work in the world is on display. The museum, in […]
Picture perfect in Albi
Just the ticket for top French summer escapes
The French know their wine, their cheese … and their incredible holiday destinations. Rather than resorting to a Google search to plan your summer escape like countless other eager travellers, ask a local. Or better yet, let Helen Schenck, an American in the Paris Rail Europe office, put you on the right track. She’s tapped […]
Algarve takes the plunge with a first underwater art show
Divers heading for the Algarve are in for an added treat this autumn. Less than two kilometres off the coast of Albufeira, an exciting new underwater art exhibition has been unveiled. The ‘EDP Art Reef’ project is the first of its kind in the country and features work by the famous Portuguese Graffiti and street […]
Showpiece holiday centre launches in North Cyprus
The 2023 launch of Karpaz Gate Marina marks the opening of the first international-standard marina resort in North Cyprus. The luxury destination, including a 300-berth marina for yachts and superyachts, boutique hotel and a range of leisure facilities, is the latest expansion of the island’s €120 million development on the Karpaz peninsula. Nestled in a […]
Activity breaks in Crete
Crete’s premier boutique-style hotel for independent solo travellers has launched its 2023 season with a series of inspiring themed breaks. Activities range from a Walking Week with the chance to explore off-the-beaten-track routes across Western Crete, to a relaxing Yoga and Wellbeing Week. For those looking to be creative, the Mistral Hotel in Maleme near […]
Four wheels good – two wheels better
Combining travel and one of the UK’s favourite sporting pastimes has proved to be a marriage made in heaven. The chance to discover new places and experiences at your own pace – as a one-off break or part of a longer holiday – is becoming an increasingly popular option. Providing the passport to the perfect […]
Calida coastline for perfect dives
The Costa Cálida region of Murcia has unveiled its first ever diving route, the ‘I RutaSub’. The route consists of nine dives and aims to promote the five diving areas of the Costa Cálida, including the two protected marine reserves of Cabo de Palos-Islas Hormigas and Cabo Tiñoso. The Region of Murcia has an extensive […]
