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Canada calling

7th January 2026 By News Desk

WestJet, one of Canada’s largest airlines, has confirmed it is to return to Glasgow Airport in 2026 with the launch of direct services to Toronto. The inaugural flight to Toronto Pearson International airport will take off on May 15 with WestJet operating four services per week using one of its growing fleet of Boeing 737 […]

Filed Under: Going Global, News

Geysers, Graceland and the Golden Gate

7th January 2026 By News Desk

Escorted touring specialist Distant Journeys has launched its first ever US programme for 2026.  From California’s golden coast to the musical Deep South and the wild beauty of America’s national parks, a choice of three very different tours are on offer. Whether you want to travel by horse-drawn wagon to acountry-style feast on a working […]

Filed Under: Going Global, Lead story

Just the ticket for top French summer escapes

26th April 2024 By News Desk

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 […]

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Travel in style with award winning Viking

2nd February 2020 By News Desk Leave a Comment

Travel in style with award winning Viking – Viking has topped the table in the Which? annual ocean cruises satisfaction survey. The award-winning river and ocean cruise line performed exceptionally well in every category – a significant achievement considering Viking’s first ocean ship set sail as recently as 2015. Wendy Atkin-Smith, Managing Director of Viking […]

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Magical moments at Christmas markets in Rhineland-Palatinate

8th November 2019 By News Desk Leave a Comment

Magical moments at Christmas markets in Rhineland-Palatinate – Germany is renowned for its traditional Christmas markets.  But not all Christmas markets are the same. From the end of November, the Rhineland-Palatinate in southwest Germany boasts a number of very special Advent and Christmas markets, set against the stunning landscapes of the Rhine and Moselle. Be […]

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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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Princess Cruises 50 years in Alaska

10th April 2019 By News Desk Leave a Comment

Princess Cruises has announced a range of new Alaska-based shore excursions and themed onboard activities to mark 2019 as its 50th year sailing to the region. Seven Princess ships will sail in Alaska from May to September this year, the largest deployment in the line’s history. The 2019 programme will see the 3,560-guest Royal Princess […]

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A magical resort on the Red Sea

Families looking to book an extra special getaway should take a look at Somabay where there’s a menu of endless fun and adventure. Offering year-round sunshine against the backdrop of the Red Sea, Somabay is the dream destination for a memorable family escape. Explore Egypt’s colourful underwater world with a spot of snorkelling, take a […]

Exploring More – Issue 4

Welcome to issue 4 of Exploring More magazine – working with its sister website and presenting travel news and in-depth features in a format designed to inspire and inform. You can download Exploring More magazine using this link –  https://exploringmore.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/EM-Issue4.pdf We welcome your comments on the magazine, travel tips and experiences. If you would like […]

Algarve’s new A-list holiday retreat is something to write home about

A new luxury retreat celebrating Portugal’s rich literary and wine heritage has arrived in the Algarve.  Wine & Books by the Sea Algarve Resort, the latest opening from Portuguese hotel group PBH, is set within the protected landscapes of Reserva Natural dos Salgados, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. After establishing itself in Porto and Lisbon, the […]

A winning partnership with wildlife at Mashatu

It’s almost certainly one of the most popular bucket list aspirations – taking part in a safari.  The opportunities to get up close and personal with African wildlife, for many years the exclusive domain of our TV sets (does anyone remember the pioneering deliveries fromArmand and Michaela Denis?), are now many and varied. And Mashatu […]

If it’s action you are looking for…

The creators of Kynren – An Epic Tale of England have launched a nationwide search for the UK’s top stunt and performance talent. They are wanted for the cast of The Storied Lands, a new live-action historical visitor attraction set to open in the County Durham live history theme park this summer.  The Storied Lands […]

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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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Exploring More – Issue 5

Welcome to issue 5 of Exploring More magazine – working with its sister website to present travel news and features in a format designed to inspire and inform. You can download Exploring More magazine using this link – https://exploringmore.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/EM-Issue5.pdf We welcome your comments on the magazine, travel tips and experiences. If you would like to […]

Exploring More – Issue 4

Welcome to issue 4 of Exploring More magazine – working with its sister website and presenting travel news and in-depth features in a format designed to inspire and inform. You can download Exploring More magazine using this link –  https://exploringmore.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/EM-Issue4.pdf We welcome your comments on the magazine, travel tips and experiences. If you would like […]

Exploring More – Issue 3

Here’s issue 3 of Exploring More magazine – complementing and enhancing content on its sister website and presenting travel news and in-depth features in a format designed to inspire and inform. You can download Exploring More magazine using this link – https://exploringmore.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/EM-Issue3.pdf We welcome your comments on the magazine and travel tips and experiences. If […]

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