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Walking in Wales

1st October 2019 By David Pike Leave a Comment

Walking in Wales – The Wales Coast Path has launched a free augmented reality (AR) app, alongside new family-friendly walking trails, aimed at encouraging people of all ages to get out and enjoy the 870-mile Wales Coast Path. The app promotes the world’s first uninterrupted path along a national coast and features visuals, informative stories […]

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The Berber Way with Kasbah Tamadot

30th September 2019 By James McDonald Leave a Comment

The Berber Way with Kasbah Tamadot  – Located at the foothills of Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains, Kasbah Tamadot, Sir Richard Branson’s luxury retreat and part of the Virgin Limited Edition portfolio, is offering guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in true Berber culture with a newly launched ‘Authentically Berber Experience.’ Morocco’s Berber communities are renowned […]

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More to explore at Dynamic Earth this autumn

30th September 2019 By David Pike Leave a Comment

More to explore at Dynamic Earth this autumn – Visitors to Edinburgh’s five star visitor attraction, Dynamic Earth, will get more than they bargained for this October, as a day ticket can be upgraded to an Annual Explorer Pass at no additional cost.   From September 28 to November 3, anyone who buys a full price […]

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Half term and Halloweeen across the South East

26th September 2019 By David Pike Leave a Comment

Half term and Halloweeen across the South East – Jack on the Green 2019. A night of light and lanterns in a lit trail around Beach House Park at Worthing between 6pm and 8.30 pm (20 and 21 October). Same Sky will be running free craft workshops on both days between 2pm and 4pm at […]

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A Liverpool date with Michael Bublé

26th September 2019 By News Desk Leave a Comment

A Liverpool date with Michael Bublé – Grammy Award-winning global superstar, Michael Bublé is in the middle of one of his biggest ever world tours, taking in 108 shows across 22 countries and three continents.  He makes a welcome return to the UK in the run up to Christmas, with shows at the M&S Bank […]

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Tutankhamun set to dazzle again in London

23rd September 2019 By David Pike Leave a Comment

Tutankhamun set to dazzle again in London – It was one of those memorable occasions that live with you the rest of your life – coming face-to-face with the golden death mask of Tutankhamun. The star of the show at the Tutankhamun exhibition, staged at the British Museum getting on for half a century ago, […]

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Uncovering Edinburgh’s gin history

31st July 2019 By James McDonald Leave a Comment

Uncovering Edinburgh’s gin history – Real Mary King’s Close, the five-star visitor attraction located underneath Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile, has teamed up with local herb and gin experts – The Old Curiosity Distillery – to offer unique gin-tasting tours. Paying homage to the famous illicit gin trade of 18th century Edinburgh and the plague doctors […]

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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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