City breaks are a great way to see somewhere new and get a flavour of a country. All without having to break the bank or take much time off work. Three or four days is usually plenty of time to see the main sites, do some shopping, and enjoy...
Posts Tagged with Iceland
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8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites You’ve Never Heard of (8 minute read)
Cultural travel and UNESCO World Heritage Sites go hand in hand. Some of the world’s most iconic landmarks are World Heritage Sites, from the Taj Mahal in India to the Giza Pyramids in Egypt and the Athens Acropolis in Greece. In total, there are more than 1,000 World Heritage...
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Blue Lagoon VS Sky Lagoon in Iceland (7 minute read)
It’s a given that if you travel to Iceland, you visit one of the country’s geothermal pools or lagoons. And for decades, the go-to destination has been the Blue Lagoon. Taking a therapeutic dip in the warm geothermal waters is a great experience. And the convenient location outside Reykjavik...
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Holiday Hack: How to Maximise Your Annual Leave in 2022 (11 minute read)
Booking a trip, especially a long one, can take careful planning. Taking more than a few days of leave can be problematic with work, especially if you don’t get that much in the first place. And you always want to keep some spare in case of family events or...
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The 5 Best Destinations for a Wellness Break (6 minute read)
A wellness break brings about improvements to your physical or mental health, and often both. This may take the form of goal-oriented breaks such as detox or rehabilitation. Or, it may simply be an excuse to get away and completely relax for a few days. For some people, rehabilitation...
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6 of the Best Roads in the World (7 minute read)
It doesn’t matter if you’re a petrol head or not. Roads form an important part of global infrastructure, and it is impossible to go travelling without making use of them. And whilst many roads are monotonous, ugly ribbons of tarmac passing through bland countryside or crowded cities, there are...
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Cameras at the Ready: 7 of the Best Views in the World and Where to Find Them (7 minute read)
The world is a wonderful, diverse place and there are incredible vistas to be seen around every corner. Whether they’re natural wonders or man-made masterpieces, you’re sure to stumble across some jaw-dropping views and scenery wherever in the world you travel. We thought we’d pick out seven of the...
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10 Interesting Facts About Reykjavik (4 minute read)
Tucked away in the northern reaches of Europe, Iceland is a destination like no other. With active volcanoes, grumbling glaciers and erupting geysers, there’s plenty to see in the country. And Iceland’s tiny capital city, Reykjavik, is also a fascinating place to explore. In this article, we’ll tell you...
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6 Romantic Destinations You’ll Want to Visit with Your Partner (7 minute read)
It’s going to be an unusual Valentine’s Day for numerous couples around the world. Many are physically separated by lockdowns. Others are unable to get out and celebrate in a fancy restaurant or with an exciting date. In honour of February 14th, we thought we’d have a look at...
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5 things that we can’t wait to be doing again in 2021 (8 minute read)
There’s no denying that 2020 hasn’t been the best year for travel, with the COVID-19 pandemic severely limiting our ability to explore new places. Whilst being stuck at home has been quite boring, it has also given us plenty of time to think about what we’ve missed most about...
