Whale watching in Canada – When it comes to whale watching destinations, the Arctic isn’t always the first place that springs to mind. However, it’s home to 17 different types of whales that inhabit these waters and three species – beluga, bowhead whales and narwhal – live there year round. The elusive narwhal, often called […]
Whale watching in Canada
A journey to the unexpected
A journey to the unexpected – The chances of ever visiting most of the destinations in Travis Elborough’s latest travel book are remote, to say the least. The locations that are brought out of the shadows for examination in his Atlas of the Unexpected would challenge the most intrepid travellers – not to mention the […]
Dive and drive on Murcia’s Cost Calida
Dive and drive on Murcia’s Costa Calida – Combined golf and diving breaks will be on offer at Murcia’s Costa Calida next year. Whether an expert at each, or neither, there will be an opportunity to embrace both sports while also experiencing all the sights for which the region has become renowned. There are 22 […]
Scotland’s Storybook Trail – a besteller in the making
Scotland’s Storybook Trail is a besteller in the making – From Peter Rabbit to Peter Pan, Harry Potter to The Howlat, Scotland has inspired some of the world’s best-loved literary creations. Whether it’s history, landscapes, wildlife or even architecture, for decades authors have used some of the country’s greatest assets to create characters that continue to […]
Making tracks for the intoxicating Jura
Making tracks for the Jura – For some, mention Jura and thoughts turn to a fine Scottish whisky. Broaden those boundaries and Jura throws up something very different – and far more intoxicating. You have arrived in eastern France, in a region of Burgundy-Franche-Comte that is made for outdoor pursuits, the Grand Traversee du Jura […]
Normandy sets the table for an autumnal feast
Normandy sets the table for an autumnal feast – Normandy is a food lover’s paradise, particularly in autumn. And its so easy to hop across the Channel to reach food festivals that take place across the region. Here’s our pick of Norman festivals: September 29-30: Festival Toute la Mer sur un Plateau (Granville) Just an […]
La Palma Walking Festival
La Palma Walking Festival – The La Palma International Hiking and Walking Festival returns this year for it’s much anticipated 10th edition taking place from 12-14 October. Known as the ‘pretty island’ for its impressive volcanic landscapes, lush green laurel forests and its starry night skies, the island is an undisturbed haven for walkers with […]
