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Experience Burghley’s Gardens like never before

12th March 2025 By David Pike

Innovative artists who have created nature-inspired installations in London and Shanghai are set to add a fresh perspective to the historic gardens of England’s greatest Elizabethan house. Bringing a “bold new vision” to the grounds of Burghley House and Gardens this spring and summer, internationally renowned Graphic Rewilding will create an outdoor art installation aimed […]

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The National Forest: – A Thriving Destination for Nature and People

23rd February 2025 By David Pike

Spanning 200 square miles in the heart of England, the National Forest is a remarkable success story of environmental regeneration. Once dominated by coal mines and industry, it has now blossomed into a thriving woodland with over nine-and-a-half million trees planted. Today, it stands as a testament to sustainable tourism and biodiversity, offering visitors a […]

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Medieval magnificence at Melrose

12th December 2024 By David Pike Leave a Comment

We have a visionary King David 1 to thank for an outstanding group of historic monuments located across the Scottish Borders. When he wasn’t marching armies south to consolidate his kingdom’s boundaries, he found solice in indulging a deeply religious side. Around 900 years he was the driving force behind the establishment of a trio […]

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Inspirational steps back in time

17th November 2024 By David Pike

Stepping through Caernarfon Castle’s imposing Kings Gate, it’s easy to see why this colossal structure has inspired world building imaginations that have given us the breathtaking on-screen visuals of Westeros and Middle Earth. But this World Heritage Site is no CGI fantasy, its reality. Reach out and place your hands on the rock and mortar […]

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UK Inns are a dog’s best friend

26th April 2024 By James McDonald

As much as we enjoy taking trips, including staycations, dog owners often dread leaving their four-legged friends behind.  And while many hotels are ‘dog-friendly,’  The Inn Collection Group, has taken this benefit to another level – understanding that dogs are members of the family too, and should experience the special moments that come with being […]

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Four wheels good – two wheels better

16th January 2023 By David Pike Leave a Comment

Combining travel and one of the UK’s favourite sporting pastimes has proved to be a marriage made in heaven. The chance to discover new places and experiences at your own pace – as a one-off break or part of a longer holiday – is becoming an increasingly popular option. Providing the passport to the perfect […]

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Autumn afloat on the canals

31st July 2022 By David Pike Leave a Comment

A canal boat holiday sounds like an enticing way to take in autumnal splendours on offer along waterways throughout the UK.  Narrowboats are like floating holiday cottages, with everything holiday-makers need on board for a self-catering adventure and canal boat specialists, Drifters, offer a fabulous choice for travellers.  Drifters fleet of 550 narrowboats is available […]

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Limassol’s new luxury partnership

Limassol is fast becoming a dynamic driving force for the Cyprus tourism sector. The lastest development has welcomed the opening of Limassol Greens, a new 18-hole Championship Golf Course that reinforces the city’s growing appeal as a premium leisure destination. The new course, situated next to five-star resort City of Dreams, Mediterranean, is set within […]

Active breaks in the British Isles

Looking for new ideas to explore the British Isles? Active holiday specialist Walkers’ Britain & Europe, the European division of World Expeditions, has put together a dream list of locations. The list includes … 1. Discover Scotland’s whisky heartland Speyside is known as Scotland’s most concentrated whisky-producing region, home to over half the country’s distilleries, as […]

Cairo is calling …

Red Sea Holidays has announced a brand new, three-night Cairo holiday add-on to its portfolio. Customers travelling to the popular Red Sea destinations of Hurghada and Sharm el Sheikh will now be able to call and book this exciting add-on to any holiday, new or existing. Guests will spend three nights at the five-star Swiss […]

On the road again and travelling in style

Luxury travel specialists HunterMoss has reimagined the classic American road trip with the launch of a new, highly curated series of unique weekend escapes across the USA. Each immersive route ventures through some of the country’s most cinematic landscapes – from coastal California to the untamed inland West. Each driving route is complemented with refined […]

Special arts anniversaries in 2026

England is set for a blockbuster year in 2026, with milestone anniversaries and major cultural openings across the country.  The list, assembled by Visit England, also includes commemorations in the sporting world, and seaside celebrations It a year that bring literary legends to the fore as we say happy birthday to Beatrix Potter and Winnie-the-Pooh. […]

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David Pike

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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 […]

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 […]

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