Sat in the late afternoon sun, below ancient olive trees, sipping a delicious glass of white produced in the very vineyards surrounding me, I had to punch myself that I really was in the Algarve. After all, my impression of Portugal’s southern region had been something a little different form this. One of the UK’s […]
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Located in the south of Portugal, there’s just one international airport in the Algarve, which is located just outside the city of Faro. Modern, large and well organised, the Algarve’s main airport is easy to fly to from across Europe, with regular direct routes from a huge range of different cities. From London, for example, […]
Mam Tor? What a strange name! Yes it is a rather uncommon appellation, but there’s no question this lofty peak in the English county of Derbyshire is a lot more popular than its title! Meaning “mother hill”, Mam Tor can be found in the Peak District National Park – the UK’s first national park. At […]
One of the top Yorkshire walks, the Ingleton Waterfall Trail is a must visit when you’re in this beautiful region of the UK. Situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this stunning trail is easy to access and boasts a diverse terrain, epic views and some seriously impressive waterfalls. Easy to conquer […]
Want to travel from Paris to Munich by train? Then here’s all you need to know about how to make this journey… 2 classic cities on the European circuit, there’s no question that if you haven’t visit either Paris in France or Munich in Germany before, that you definitely should! The sort of the destinations […]
Want to travel from Munich to Venice? Then here’s all you need to know about the various options open to you… 2 fantastic European popular cities, there’s no question that if you haven’t visit either Munich in Germany, or Venice in Italy before, that you definitely should! The sort of the destinations you return to […]
If you have 7 days to spend in Tenerife, then here’s the perfect itinerary for you! The ideal way to get a flavour of this gorgeous Spanish island, these 7 days will have you seeing, experiencing and enjoying the best Tenerife has to offer. From wine tastings and UNESCO cities, to active volcano hikes and […]
If you thought travelling to Tenerife was all about just lying on a sunbed, think again! Here’s the top 7 hikes to enjoy in Tenerife that will show you why this Spanish island is a great break for those who enjoy a more active kind of holiday too! From hiking active volcanoes to trekking through […]
The beautiful Spanish island of Tenerife is a holiday classic. If you’re heading there soon, here’s exactly what you should pack! With great weather 12 months of the year, Tenerife is a fabulous place to escape to if you’re seeking a good dose of vitamin D. But the island isn’t all about lying lifelessly […]
Tenerife is the ultimate European winter sun destination, but where can you find this island? With great temperatures and sunshine hours 12 months of the year, it makes for a fantastic getaway, especially because the island is so well set up for an easy break. A good international airport, excellent facilities, not to mention beautiful […]