8 best hikes in Italy
Italy’s beaches and art-rammed cities often steal the limelight, but – trust us – it isn’t until you strike out into the wild mountains and trek along vertiginous coastlines that you can even come close…
Family Holiday in Pollenca – Mallorca
Mallorca, the largest of the Balearic Islands, has long been a favorite holiday destination for British and European tourists. It has practically everything that a family could want in a summer holiday; sandy beaches; sunny…
9 things to do in Bermuda in between beach days
Of course you’re going to Bermuda for the beaches. But there’s much more to this tiny island in the Atlantic Ocean than plonk yourself on the sand. While Bermuda is not part of the Caribbean,…
France’s best wine regions: a guide to the finest touring routes, tastings and terroir
Wine is the lifeblood of France. Since the Romans first cultivated vines here, winemaking has evolved into a fine art. Today, France is one of the world’s top wine-making countries, producing around 7 to 8…
Getting around from beach to beach in Bermuda
On the holiday island of Bermuda, cars are regulated to one per household, and mopeds are the vehicle of choice, which definitely contributes to the leisurely pace of life on the island. The lack of…
15 best road trips of Europe for 2022
In light of the recent travel chaos at airports across Europe, there has never been a better time to buckle up and explore Europe’s legendary landscapes by road. Lonely Planet's new Epic Road Trips of…
Cuba’s best food and where to find it
Cuban cuisine has come a long way in the last decade. Until the late 2000s, shortages were a way of life, and the nation’s default snack was a sandwich stuffed with tinned ham and rubbery…
The best time to visit Vietnam
Vietnam beckons in any season, but picking the optimum time for a visit comes down to what you crave from a trip most: optimum beach weather? Cultural festivals? Fewer tourist crowds? A combination of all…
Short stay: Edgar House, Chester, UK
By Paul Johnson on Sep 17, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe Formerly a boutique hotel, Chester’s white-painted Edgar House is one of…
German Traveler: Discovering the Philippines Hidden Gems
During a year long journey across Southeast Asia, fate had it that I came to the Philippines. Not much of a plan when I arrived, I ended up staying for three months, the longest stay…