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Fairytale landscapes of the Rhine Valley

16th August 2017 By David Pike Leave a Comment

Fairytale landscapes of the Rhine Valley – Painter William Turner is regarded as one of the fathers of Rhine romanticism. His paintings are ambassadors for the Middle Rhine Valley, which, with its high density of castles, sloped vineyards and the various localities on the narrow banks, has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The […]

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A Matisse master stroke

27th June 2017 By David Pike Leave a Comment

A Matisse master stroke – Opening at the Royal Academy of Art from 5 August to 15 November 2017, the sumptuous Henri Matisse exhibition ‘Matisse in the Studio’ offers a rare glimpse into the artist’s personal collection of objects from around the world with many of the exhibits originally adorning or painted in his studio […]

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River cruise savings with National Holidays

22nd May 2017 By News Desk Leave a Comment

River cruise savings with National Holidays – National Holidays is offering £250 per person off the price of a ten-day Rhine and Alsace river cruise for departures on the 6 or 13 June 2017 The holiday was £939 and now starts from £689 per person, a 26% reduction in price. It includes visits to Cologne, […]

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Teeing up a great golfing break

22nd May 2017 By News Desk Leave a Comment

Teeing up a great golfing break – The Bell Inn – New Forest, has the perfect excuse to enjoy a peak season golf break, without the peak season price. For just £114 per person, golfers can enjoy a saving of 20% on their usual 1 night, 2 rounds package during the summer months. Under the […]

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Travelling the US in style

9th May 2017 By David Pike Leave a Comment

Travelling the US in style – If you are planning a fly-drive holiday to America Select Registry offers some of the best places to stay on the way. Select Registry was started nearly 50 years ago with the aim of providing interesting and quality places for travellers, where you can be comfortable without spending a […]

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Discover Dior at Normandy’s Christian Dior Museum

9th May 2017 By David Pike Leave a Comment

Discover Dior at Normandy’s Christian Dior Museum – You would be hard pressed to find someone who didn’t know the name ‘Christian Dior’ or the fact that he was French. But did you know that the fashion legend was born and raised in Normandy? To celebrate the Dior fashion house’s seventieth anniversary this year, the […]

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Honouring Luciano Pavarotti at Verona

7th May 2017 By News Desk Leave a Comment

Honouring Luciano Pavarotti at Verona – Italy specialists The Italian Connection has announced a spectacular summer special. The invitation is to celebrate Luciano Pavarotti’s memory in a night of music on September 6 at the Arena di Verona, the fabulous Roman amphitheatre renowned as a venue for its opera and pop productions. The guest list honouring […]

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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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For those of us who prefer the DIY approach to travelling – that’s Design it Yourself – good, accurate and reliable information is worth its weight in gold.

Our editorial columns already offer ideas and inspiration for the travelling public and Exploring More Recommended goes one step further, helping you to plan ahead with confidence when looking for quality accommodation and where to have a decent meal.

All establishments listed in Exploring More Recommended have been personally visited and endorsed by members of our reporting team. They score highly for quality, comfort, ambience and value for money.

Happy travelling

David Pike

Editor – Exploring More

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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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