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Are you coming to Fort Lauderdale for the Air Show this May? This year the event takes place on the 6th and 7th and, as always, promises to be a fantastic show for everyone who attends. But are you looking for somewhere to stay? The organisers of the show recommend a...

Madeira: Pearl of the Atlantic

Lying off the north-west coast of Africa, about 250 miles north of the Canary Islands, the Portuguese island of Madeira is a veritable oasis in the Atlantic ocean and is regarded as one of Europe's most beautiful all-year-round travel destinations with one million...

Eat Like the Locals

This morning I received a text from a friend who is currently in India - telling me how fantastic the food is there. (I was immediately very envious). And experiencing local food when you travel can mean much more than just looking through the various restaurant...

Travel: Let’s Talk about Beds!

Throughout the world beds are just beds aren't they? Yes, unless you are travelling to a remote island where you'll be sleeping in a hammock, you can expect to find 'regular' beds everywhere. There are confusions, of course. What is described the UK as a 'double bed'...

Where to Stay: Lavender Circus, Budapest

If you're travelling to Budapest and like quirky accommodation at a budget price then add the Lavender Circus to your wishlist right now. It's wonderfully located near the Danube and everything you'll want to see. But the price and the amazing decor make it even more...

Bled Island

The island is located in the middle of Lake Bled in North West Slovenia and it has a charming story and legend behind it. It goes like this: The island was originally a the site of an ancient temple dedicated for local pagans to worship Ziva, the goddess of love and...

Airbnb: Stories from Real Hosts

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Are you considering renting out your spare room or other accommodation? Are you thinking about using Airbnb to advertise your rental? If so, then you've probably seen the videos that the company produces in order to show hosts what fun they can have entertaining and...

Let Jack help you discover Dunfermline, Scotland’s ancient capital

Most tourists who come to Scotland will pay a visit to the nation’s capital city of Edinburgh but many of them won’t know that Edinburgh hasn’t always been the capital of Scotland. Drive north across the Forth Road Bridge and you will very quickly come to the Royal...

Choosing your Travel Companion

Travelling alone can be great fun. But for the single person there are times when you'd rather have someone along with you. In addition to the companionship, it is often more expensive to travel on your own and sharing expenses can reduce the cost of your trip. And...

Up Helly Aa: Shetland’s Fire Festivals

VIKINGS! That cry would have sent shivers of terror through the occupants of many a village about to be attacked by those medieval marauders who were famed for their ferocity in battle and their seagoing skills. Fortunate indeed would be the farmer, villager or maiden...

Luxury in the Lake District

Which is the most beautiful country in England? Of course, it depends on who you ask. I'm from Yorkshire so naturally, I'm going to tell you that it's England's finest county in every respect, but I admit to loving Cumbria too. If you're looking for a winter break I...

Tour Morocco

I suspect that I've mentioned before - probably more than once - that the best trip I ever had was a tour of fabulous Morocco. Today, I want to let you know about a Moroccan tour I've discovered run by G Adventures that takes you to some of the finest places North...

The Dakota Building, New York

When the Dakota Building was constructed in the 1800s in Manhattan, it stood on its own in an isolated position. Now it is surrounded by high rise buildings. Today it's a place of pilgrimage for John Lennon fans as it's the place where he lived in his latter years and...

Where to Stay: Hatters, Liverpool

I've always been fond of Liverpool. There's so much going on there and these days, it's a popular tourist destination. This is an excellent thing because in days gone by, visitors from other parts of the world tended to visit only London. They missed such a lot! Oh,...

Can You Afford To Travel?

Travel is good for you. It's not just a case of recharging your batteries, it has been shown in many studies that travel is good for your health and well being. But it can be so expensive. It needn't be. Check out the budget travel tips below. HOW TO SAVE For some of...

Where to Stay: Sir Toby’s, Prague

Set in a convenient area of Prague , Sir Toby's offers you budget accommodation in style. More and more travellers are finding that today's hostels offer better value and more unusual venues than were previously available. And the days of sleeping in uncomfortable...

The Gastrobus

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Travel down a narrow lane from the village of Bantham in South Devon and you'll find yourself at Bantham Beach - popular with surfers and families. This secluded beach is the home of the Gastrobus - and the food, music and events it offers. The village and the beach...

Budapest: Shoes on the Danube Bank