The coldest cities in the world
There are two exceptional remedies for the winter blues: escaping to warmer climes and looking at how bad others have got it. Dealing with the biting winds of February may seem t
The benefits of travelling
Stressed? Tired? Lost? A holiday is nearly always the answer. Be it on an adventure through the Andes or while reclining on a pristine beach in the Caribbean, the benefits of trave
Altitude Sickness: what it is and how to avoid it
A pounding headache, a lack of energy, nausea – sound familiar? OK, this may sound like a hangover from hell, yet altitude sickness packs a similar punch. Mountaineers dread
The Traditional Culture of Chinese Clothing
The influence of traditional Chinese clothing on the West dates back to the Silk Road. More recently, traditional Chinese garments have worked their way into popular culture throug
What is Blue Monday?
You may have heard mutterings of this recently, but what exactly is Blue Monday? Along with being a top-ten hit by New Order it’s also something a lot less exciting – the m
The Mongolian Empire
The Mongolian Empire was the largest land empire in the world to share a common border. Genghis Khan’s ruthless nous spurred on this army intent on world domination. Due to ingen
Trips For Over 55s
Trips for over 55s have a somewhat harsh reputation. Yes, we agree that the mere mention of trips for over 55s floods the mind with images of tacky hotels, bland coach trips, or ev
Top Five Sustainable Cities
We may have come some way since the Great Smog of London in 1952, but the need for sustainable cities has never been more critical. According to a UN study, over two-thirds of the
Best Destinations of 2020
A flurry of travel guides, bloggers, influencers and newspapers have already given their take on the top ten destinations of 2020. To some extent we all follow the latest trends as
Top Five South American Cities
Overflowing with multi-coloured alleys and colonial squares teeming with Latin flair, South American cities excite and astound. Try your hand at tango on the streets of Buenos Aire
Responsible Tourism Tips
Exotic destinations are not only lands of cheap booze and magnificent beaches; they also harbour unique customs and cultural sensitivities. Recently, the mayoress of Barcelona
Top Things To Do In Madagascar
Madagascar flows from lush forests, sweeping canyons to arid crimson plains. Teeming with breathtaking biodiversity, this relatively unknown African country is home to its own uniq
The Most Beautiful Mosques in Istanbul
Istanbul is an exciting mish mash of yesteryear decadence and dazzling urban innovation. This half Asian half European city of over 15 million, indulges travellers with astounding
Best Myanmar Beaches
This spiritual land of gleaming pagodas and buddhist monks, is also blessed with an idyllic coast packed with sandy paradises. Dwelling in the shadows of other Southeast Asian dest
What is a Multi-centre Holiday?
Multi-centre holidays Six-month long trips hopping from country to country are but a fantasy to most people, and is why many are turning to multi-centre holidays to get their fix o
Things to do in Iceland in winter
The land of fire and ice is dramatic coastlines, sky blue lagoons, steaming geysers shooting skywards and roaring volcanoes swathed in Viking legend. Scraping the edges of the Arct
Tales of mysterious places you can really visit
The world is too big to know the origins of each and every corners. Today, there are many travel destinations which still hide unknown, unsettling secrets. If you’re fascinat
Diwali Festival | Hindu festival of lights in India
In this part of the world, we’re used to the New Year beginning in January. However, in other cultures, such as Chinese or Hindu culture, you will see that it occurs on another d
The world’s most impressive, unmissable giant buddhas
Religions are characterised by their divine beings, and Buddhism is no exception. There are several deities that can be found throughout Asia, so if you enjoy looking at works of a
Not sure where to travel? Four tips for choosing a travel destination
Deciding to travel is the first step towards discovering all that the world hides in its four corners. However, with so many options, it can be difficult to choose one in particula