Lake Titicaca claims the title of the world’s highest navigable lake at a dizzying 3,812 metres above sea level. And as South America’s largest lake, it’s one of Peru’s many attractions. With deep blue waters ringed by the undulating mountains of the Andes, it’s an incredibly scenic...
Category: Globe Trotting
The world truly is an amazing place with so much to see and do that it’s sometimes impossible to choose where you want to visit next! Here we delve into the world’s greatest travel destinations, most unique hotels, and best experiences.
The Five Towns of Cinque Terre
Dating back to the medieval period, this once unassuming coastline of quiet fishing communities is today firmly on the tourist map as one of Italy’s most popular attractions – and it’s not hard to see why. Translated into English, The Land of Five, is made up...
8 Good Reasons Why You Should Visit Japan in Winter
Japan really is a destination for all the seasons but it’s not all about cherry blossom and autumnal leaves. Sure, the seasons of spring and autumn are justifiably considered the best times to visit Japan. But for those brave enough to take on the chilly temperatures...
Travel Happy: The World’s Cheeriest Destinations
If the news is anything to go by, we’re headed for nuclear war, there will never be peace and the planet is doomed. The newspapers and channels constantly focus on the negative, making it difficult to keep things in perspective. So let’s take our heads out...
Set Jetting to The Locations of Game of Thrones
It’s that time of year again when the arrival of a new season of Game of Thrones brings an hour of dragons, treachery and bloodshed to our weeks. The epic and addictive TV series has a reputation for brutal violence, eyebrow-raising nudity and unpredictable plots, George R.R....
Off The Beaten Track in Tanzania
You’ve probably heard of the Serengeti and its endless plains that play host to an impressive range of wildlife. It’s also likely that you’ve heard of the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater, the remnants of an ancient collapsed volcano that now offers amazing game viewing opportunities. And then...
A Foodie’s Guide To Russia
With a fascinating history and awe-inspiring architecture, there are many reasons Russia should be at the top of your travel list. Although it may not be the first reason that comes to mind, Russian cuisine and the country’s impressive fine-dining scene is another top reason the...
Highlights of the Trans-Siberian Railway
It’s the best-known train journey in the world. A bucket list favourite and world record-breaker. It traverses the entire length of Russia with routes that take you through Mongolia and China. Few other railway adventures can match what the Trans-Siberian has to offer. And as you’d...
Rooms With A View From Around The World
If your ideal hotel stay includes an unforgettable view without even needing to step outside your guestroom, consider splurging out on these top picks. We’ve scoured the corners of the globe looking for unique hotels in various destinations from Africa to Asia, South America to the...
Why We Should All Buy Experiences and Not Things
Another Christmas has been and gone. Another three-month period of panic-inducing online ordering and store-shopping is once again behind us. The Boxing Day sales now try and lure us into spending our hard-earned cash on more stuff. If Christmas was about buying for other people, now’s...