Destinations

By Sean Sheehan ‘I like to spend some time in Mozambique’ sings Dylan and he’s right on the ball there. A beautiful place for a winter break, filled with sunny, happy people and with some amazing places to stay. There was a time when most European travellers reached Mozambique  from South Africa but now you can fly direct to the capital Maputo via a short hop to Lisbon with TAP. This brings you to a well ordered city sitting on the...

The January blues don’t have to be endured. Plan well, and it’s an option that can be smartly avoided with a quick trip – even if it’s not a case of chasing the sun around the world, a mini staycation can be a restorative break from the norm. So just a week after the mass return to work, I went on a wee overnighter to the countryside, in an attempt to to rebalance myself after a tough week (well, a...

We take a girlie break at the DoubleTree by Hilton London – Tower of London. With Christmas in the air and a family feeling dominating, I decided it would be apt to whisk my older and lovelier sis away for a night for some quality girlie time. Our destination was all of 30 minutes away: the DoubleTree by Hilton London – Tower of London, which was perfect for our plan of a post-work evening out, followed by a reviving walk...

Perhaps even more than the big day itself, the lead up to Christmas provides us with enough excitement to last us the year. That's certainly true with a visit to a Christmas market or two, which is why we took a trip to mainland Europe, the spiritual home of Christmas (sorry, Lapland). From the market's beginnings in the 14th century as a place for the town to congregate, sell their wares and sing carols, it's exploded into one of the...

New Year’s Eve isn’t for everyone. Head out to the bars and you’ll often find packed venues, inflated drinks prices and even charges to get in places that are normally free. Of course, a house party is a great alternative to trudging around the British bars and queuing for ages for a drink. But what if you’re totally sick of the New Year celebrations in the UK and fancy something completely different? We caught up with the experts at Travelbag.co.uk...

The mercury is plummeting and daylight is limited to say the least. Winter can really get some of us down here in the UK. So it’s little wonder that the idea of a sunshine escape in the British wintertime holds so much appeal. And with more competitively priced flights, escaping the winter freeze can be really affordable. We spoke to the experts at Holiday Gems to find out the best and cheapest winter sun destinations.   Egypt While flights to...

From its golden sands and deep blue waters to its bright, juicy fruits and deep burgundy wines, Spain is bursting with colour, beauty and flavour. It’s no surprise that Spain is such a popular destination for holidaymakers; this Mediterranean jewel impresses even the most well-travelled individuals. Variety is the spice of life here, so we've put together an introduction to some of the most popular spots.   Bright and buzzing A last minute holiday to Spain might be one of the best decisions you...

Sri Lanka has enjoyed a special allure with westerners for centuries. Thanks to tales of sparkling gemstones, exotic spices and verdant flora and fauna, few places typified the mystery of the east as much as Sri Lanka. While the country may be easier to reach now than in days gone by, it is still a deeply seductive destination that manages to pack thousands of years of history, a diverse landscape, and a multifaceted culture into its relatively compact size. Thanks...

With the summer months coming to a close it is time to start dreaming of next years’ beach holiday. It is all to easy to head back to the same destination year on year, as one of the most difficult components of booking a holiday is finding the inspiration of where to head to next. After all, beaches come in all shapes and sizes, but how many of them leave us with a truly magical experience? The first beach you...