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More to explore at Dynamic Earth this autumn

30th September 2019 By David Pike Leave a Comment

More to explore at Dynamic Earth this autumn – Visitors to Edinburgh’s five star visitor attraction, Dynamic Earth, will get more than they bargained for this October, as a day ticket can be upgraded to an Annual Explorer Pass at no additional cost. From September 28 to November 3, anyone who buys a full price […]

Uncovering Edinburgh’s gin history

31st July 2019 By James McDonald Leave a Comment

Uncovering Edinburgh’s gin history – Real Mary King’s Close, the five-star visitor attraction located underneath Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile, has teamed up with local herb and gin experts – The Old Curiosity Distillery – to offer unique gin-tasting tours. Paying homage to the famous illicit gin trade of 18th century Edinburgh and the plague doctors […]

Algarve takes the plunge with a first underwater art show

Divers heading for the Algarve are in for an added treat this autumn. Less than two kilometres off the coast of Albufeira, an exciting new underwater art exhibition has been unveiled. The ‘EDP Art Reef’ project is the first of its kind in the country and features work by the famous Portuguese Graffiti and street […]

The ultimate fishing adventure

It’s the adventure trip of a lifetime for fishing fanatics – a challenge you won’t want to be the one that got away! The Tribal Fishing Experience is a bespoke fishing experience offering anglers the opportunity of a lifetime – to fish the enthralling waters of the River Nile. Across ten jam-packed days participants will […]

Having a whale of a time in Wales

Cadw – the Welsh Government’s historic environment service – is serving up a packed programme of family activities for the May half-term break. From May 27 to June 4, Cadw sites – including an ancient fortress, abbeys and castles, are playing host to a wide range of historical and cultural activities providing an exciting and fun […]

Rising to the occasion at Brightwater Holidays

Award-winning Scottish tour specialist Brightwater Holidays is serving up an extra treat in June as part of its popular Grand Tour of the Outer Hebrides. The company has teamed up with Coinneach MacLeod, aka the Hebridean Baker, who will host an ‘Evening With’ exclusively for guests on the six-day trip leaving on June 13. Coinneach […]

Showpiece holiday centre launches in North Cyprus

The 2023 launch of Karpaz Gate Marina marks the opening of the first international-standard marina resort in North Cyprus. The luxury destination, including a 300-berth marina for yachts and superyachts, boutique hotel and a range of leisure facilities, is the latest expansion of the island’s €120 million development on the Karpaz peninsula. Nestled in a […]

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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 […]

Let’s Misbehave – Blenheim Palace in the 1920s

Let’s Misbehave – Blenheim Palace in the 1920s – They are turning the clock back at Blenheim Palace to celebrate a famously decadent decade. Running from 15th February to 13th April, 2020, ‘Let’s Misbehave – Blenheim Palace in the 1920s’ offers a fascinating insight into the heady world of the upper classes – not surprisingly […]

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More to explore at Dynamic Earth this autumn

Uncovering Edinburgh’s gin history