Travel

Take a measuring stick to a map and you’ll find that, as the crow flies, Rotterdam is closer to London than most UK cities. Yet owing to a lack of transport options the Netherland’s second city is often overlooked by Brits who seek out alternative destinations at a mere sniff of inconvenience. That is, at least, until Eurostar launched a new direct service to the Dutch capital that transports you from city centre to city centre in just three hours....

If there’s one thing the UK’s not short of, it’s hotels fit for a king or queen. In London and beyond, there’s five-star hotels a-go go, as well as luxury boutique retreats that are well used to catering for an audience demanding discretion and quality. Of course, it all comes at a price. But for those with cash to spare, or those keen to celebrate with the royals during Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding on May 19, here are...

The Isle of Portland is also known as an explorer’s island for good reason. As Dorset’s most southern point, it boasts some of the most stunning landscapes along the Jurassic coast. With Chesil beach just a stone’s throw away, there’s no better place to stay than the luxurious Pennsylvania Castle – an exclusive nine-bedroom rental property steeped in history. The picturesque castle is perched on a cliff top overlooking Church Ope Cove, with breath-taking views of the sea. Whether it’s a family gathering, a...

Ever thought about quitting your job to go travelling? Each week TLE speaks to extraordinary people who have done exactly that. This week, we caught up with photographer and adventurer, Chris König, to find out about his life on the road. Chris started out studying psychology. He now lives in a van and travels the world putting on photography workshops. Chris told us about his favourite places, near-death experiences and what made him quit his job to travel... Tell us...

With frequent direct trains from London Paddington, heading to Bath for a relaxing break could be just the ticket for stressed out Londoners in search of a city break with spa facilities. Location and Decor: I arrived in Bath on a lovely sunny day dazzled by its magnificent limestone Georgian terraces gloriously lit up in a blaze of late Winter sun. Great Pulteney Street runs from Pulteney Bridge to the Holburne Museum and is fantastically situated mid-terrace in this impressive...

Sometimes it's important to get away London for a weekend away.  With Aberdeen just an hour’s flight away, it's the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of the big city. We booked a trip for the Easter break and organised a stay at Meldrum House Country Hotel and Golf Course. The 56-bedroomed hotel dates back to the 13th century and has an excellent reputation locally for a luxurious stay and excellent food - and we were excited to give...

Planning a trip to the US might be a bit of a challenging task: flight arrangements, accommodation options, what cities you want to visit and how to travel between destinations… To help you sort things out, we have narrowed down the essentials in this guide. Personal documents required when traveling to the US Passport. It is imperative that you have a valid passport which does not expire during your stay. Visa: You only need it if you are not from...

A quick train ride away from Lisbon, the resort town of Cascais is the retreat of the affluent classes of Portugal, though it’s firmly on the international map now too. Cornering the Atlantic and making the most of its unbroken ocean views with a long promenade and seafront villas, you’d think that its location was its main draw. But look further inland, and a new slew of a reasons to visit makes itself known. Here are just seven ways to...

A new study from Bott and Co suggests New York is the world’s best foodie city. Having created a useful tool to showcase the world’s 50 best food scenes, Bott and Co’s research covers cities with a population of over 1 million and ranks them based on different national cuisines celebrated in restaurants throughout the city. The interactive map also highlights the top rated restaurants for each national cuisine in each area. With 94 national cuisines on offer, New York...