Raising a glass to the regions of Charente – Imagine – if Charente-Maritime was a book it would, without doubt, be a best seller. Here, we have a region that brings together all that is best about France; coastlines and countryside, culture, cuisine and oodles of traditional French charm. It’s a menu that translates as ‘must […]
Raising a glass to the regions of Charente
Jurassic jaunts offer a roarsome experience
Jurassic jaunts offer a roarsome experience – Fossils, feathered dinosaurs and a whole host of new Jurassic adventures are far from extinct in England – and VisitEngland has picked the best exhibitions on offer. The Etches Collection, Kimmeridge, Dorset Set to be at the top of any fossil fanatic’s bucket-list, The Etches Collection is a […]
Heavenly flavour of Tenerife’s Sunset and Stars
Heavenly flavour of Tenerife’s Sunset and Stars – Heaven’s above and on your plate at Sunset and Stars – one of Tenerife’s most popular activities Sunset and Stars delivers sunset on top of Mount Teide, a gourmet dinner and a stargazing session and is now turning the experience into a top-level gastronomic experience following the […]
Norwich is a city well worth celebrating
Norwich – a city well worth celebrating – It is the annual City of Ale festival, one that stands head and I suppose heads above the rest, that draws me to Norwich. The prospect of a refreshing break brings with it the opportunity to get reacquainted with the unique Norfolk countryside and one of England’s […]
Adventures in Andalusia with Almohalla 51
Adventures in Andalusia with Almohalla 51 – There’s more ways than one to turn on the heat in Spain. Award-winning B&B Almohalla 51 has found a challenging substitute for the costas and coastlines of Andalusia. It is offering guests the chance to climb Mulhacén, the highest mountain in the Iberian peninsula, on an exciting new […]
Over 55s are all for exploring more
Over 55s are all for exploring more – A survey conducted by adventure travel specialist, Explore, has revealed that 40% of over 55s believe they are at their most adventurous age. The generation that pioneered fly and flop holidays in their youth now hanker for a different kind of adventure – and have the disposable […]
Landmark Ramses II exhibition
Landmark Ramses II exhibition – Ramses II was never shy about his contribution to the Egypt and the ancient world. An inscription at the famous Amun Temple in Luxor carried the legend: “He outmatched the achievements of all kings who came before him.” It was written by Ramses II about himself and not surprisingly he […]
