23.09.2021. You’ve probably heard the news. After months of confusing traffic light systems, government U-turns and expensive private PCR testing, travellers and travel companies heaved a collective sigh of relief during last Friday’s UK travel update. That’s because the Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced a huge...
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Turkey has amazing history stretching back many thousands of years. From Roman occupation to the Crusades, the Ottoman empire and into the world wars, there’s plenty to explore in Turkey for the history nuts. Enjoy Turkey’s natural beauty – Cappadocia’s extraordinary rock formations, the Med and sun-kissed beaches. And don’t forget the fabulous food!
7 of the Best Places to Visit at Easter (7 minute read)
There are loads of reasons to travel at Easter: it’s spring in the northern hemisphere, with warming temperatures and trees in bloom. Southeast Asia is also warm and dry. This makes it the best time of year to visit Vietnam, which usually experiences a varied climate...
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...
They’re Done Playing Second Fiddle: The Forgotten Highlights You Need to Visit (10 minute read)
Nearly every destination that you could wish to visit has that one main attraction. The one on the front of all the brochures. The one that gets shared endlessly on social media. And the one that all your friends and family are jealous of you for...
Top Five Ancient Sites in Turkey
Whilst Greece often steals the limelight as the home of historic sites and ruins, it’s certainly not the only destination in Europe to get a taste for ancient history. Located at the meeting point between Europe and Asia, Turkey has a diverse history influenced by several...
Top 10 Sunrise Spots Around the World
Whether you’re an early riser or not, nothing beats starting your day with a view of the sunrise. Especially when you’re travelling in destinations with iconic monuments or stunning natural landscapes. From the gleaming white Taj Mahal to otherworldly Cappadocia in Turkey, here’s our pick of...
A Quick Guide to Hot Air Ballooning in Cappadocia
Set in the heart of Turkey, Cappadocia is a rocky wonderland that never fails to enchant. Known for its distinctive ‘fairy chimneys’ and honeycombed boulders, it’s a landscape utterly unique to this world. And the most popular way to view it is aboard the colourful hot...
Six of the Best Street Art Destinations in the World
For decades, street art has been a mainstay for hundreds of urban spaces around the world. Many people visit cities to enjoy their eye-catching, culturally inspired works. (How many Instagram travellers have you seen smiling in front of a vivid, artsy backdrop for their profile photo?)...
Top Five Foods to Try in Turkey
Turkish food can be found in most major cities and has become an increasingly popular type of cuisine throughout the world. However, the real thing can’t be compared to the Turkish dishes you’ll find in the streets of your local city. Here’s five of the best...
10 Popular Filming Locations You Need to Visit
Despite the development of CGI technology and increasingly elaborate sets, there are some real-life settings you just can’t beat. And plenty of these filming locations aren’t only to be seen on the big screen. You can walk in the footsteps of Angelina Jolie, Harrison Ford and...