Exploring More travel boundaries

15th April 2025 By David Pike

Exploring More travel boundaries – The race to Space and beyond is now a regular feature on TV and in the news.

Courtesy of Elon Musk and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos spaceflights are a reality and there’s no shortage of takers (if you’ve got the money!).

For most of us, spaceflight is destined to remain pie in the sky; the gravitational pull of budgetary constraints alone will keep feet firmly anchored on earth.

No matter – travel can still be ‘out of this world’.

Exploring More (exploringmore.co.uk) opens a window to exciting destinations near and far, whether you are looking for a weekend away in the UK, fly-drive holidays in Europe or going global, our online travel site and it’s sister magazine – Exploring More – will have something for you.

The Exploring More package shares travel experiences, providing ideas, information and, we hope, inspiration for readers. Travel features, articles, news, bargain offers, facts and figures are brought to you by a team of experienced journalists and travel commentators – well written and beautifully illustrated.

We’ll be working with travel providers from all sectors of the industry to keep you up-to-date with all the latest travel developments and opportunities, and wherever we can we’ll provide useful links to further information. When we come across good value, great places to stay and good places to eat we’ll award them the Exploring More recommended badge of approval.

Exploring More will develop its travel portfolio around the key sections of:-

• UK & Ireland
• Europe and the Med
• Going Global
• News
• Let’s Go – travel bargains and offers

We’ll also be featuring the latest travelogues and travel reference books – everything and anything that will assist in helping you organise the perfect trip away.

Last, but by no means least, we want to hear from you – good experiences you can pass on to fellow travellers as well as those that are best avoided, and requests for information (we’ll always try to help out). You can leave messages in the box at the foot of each story and at the Exploring More Facebook column.

Here’s wishing you many happy journeys

Editor – Exploring More

Sailing Croatia’s stunning coastlines

Following the successful launch of two Luxury Hike Cruise itineraries for Summer 2025, Sail Croatia has added a third itinerary into the mix for Summer 2026, with the addition of a new Dubrovnik to Split Luxury Hike Cruise. Blending adventure with luxury, this itinerary takes you on a variety of hiking trails across diverse terrains, […]

Making tracks for the Elan Valley

As spring arrives, the Elan Valley in mid-Wales invites explorers to discover its more challenging terrain with a new hill walking pack featuring eight carefully curated walks that venture into the valley’s lesser-known areas. The Hill Walking packs were developed as part of the Elan Links scheme, a National Lottery Heritage funded project, led by […]

Discovering Roman Britain in style

It might have been the edge of Empire, home to the furthest flung frontier outposts, but the Romans certainly left a size-12 sandal print on Britain. And fascination with all things Roman – a rich legacy of buildings, fortifications and art – has certainly stood the test of time. So, there’s bound to be plenty […]

Serving up sensational treats for guests

Set on a stunning cliff top location in the Algarve, Pine Cliffs Resort overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and is surrounded by stunning landscapes. One of Europe’s leading integrated luxury and family resorts, Pine Cliffs Resort has won numerous awards since opening in 1992 and prides itself on blending nature with exceptional hospitality. Staging top events […]

A breath of fresh air from Isere

Isère in the southeastern French region of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes has long been at the forefront of sustainable tourism and, thanks to its extensive public transport network, there are myriad ways to access the region’s spectacular landscape without setting foot inside a car. Some of the region’s best car-free hikes include the route along the cliffs of […]

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

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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