Who doesn’t get that flutter of excitement when contemplating a weekend getaway? It’s not like you’re contemplating a trek through Asia Minor where months of painstaking research needs to be paired with structured planning. It’s just a weekend, right? Ah, but what limitless adventures can be packed into a well-designed couple of days sandwiched between...
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Whether you’re heading away for a weekend city break or you’re escaping on a three-week luxury beach getaway, packing a suitcase is inevitable, but to pack right is the key. There are so many things to consider when packing a suitcase. You want to get the right size bag, make sure it is not overweight,...
As much as we like to have our lives neatly organised and planned, sometimes it makes perfect sense to seize the impulse of the moment and have an exciting break from the routine. Here are my last minute weekend getaway ideas that might help you not just master the art of the quick getaway but...
Before you wince at the idea of a vacation that focuses on the best Spring Break destinations, let’s take a look at the reasons why travelling February to April makes a great deal of sense for the whole family. Technically, what to do for spring break seems at first glance to involve a mass migration...
Ah, honeymoons. That magical journey where you get to test-drive life as Forever Partners. Regardless of your age, gender or nationality – what attracts newly weds to some of the best honeymoon destinations around the world distills down to the same key ingredients. Romance features quite high on every list – even for the more...
If you are one of the millions of tourists that visit the diverse and captivating county that is Mexico, you may have only explored the dazzling Caribbean and Pacific coastlines. This country is more than just a collection of gorgeous beach resorts and luxurious Mexican Villa Rentals. In fact, some of the Mexican cities to...
Are you scanning the globe looking for that special place to memorialize your Happy Ever After? Then let me introduce you to some Venice Italy wedding venues and luxury villas in Venice Italy that promise a backdrop, unrivalled anywhere in the world, for your special day. Introduction Weddings, by definition, are meant to be romantic...
Mexico is a gorgeous country, filled with a rich variety of opportunities. Despite crime rates decreasing in popular tourist areas, there’s still a lot of apprehension about vacationing here. However, it’s still possible to have a fun and, more importantly, safe time. So don’t worry. To put your minds at ease, we’ve compiled a list...
Christopher Columbus wasn’t wrong when he weighed anchor off the Dominican Republic coast. In 1492, Spain grabbed this luscious corner of the Caribbean and established the first New World colony in this untouched paradise. Modern day Dominican Republic has come a long way from those early days of the Conquistadores. It has evolved into one...
It’s hardly surprising for the country that invented the bikini to find out that it is an incredible beach destination. Some of the best beaches in France could easily be described as some of the best beaches in the world. What elevates the French beach experience to such lofty heights is not only the clear...
Mexico is vast. It is a country of 31 states and if you view a map of Mexico beaches you will see they occupy positions on the coastlines that greet the Pacific, the Caribbean, the Gulfs of both Mexico and California. As you can imagine, trying to identify the best beaches in Mexico is a...
The sovereign state that is the Dominican Republic commands a glorious position with coastlines that embrace both the Atlantic and Caribbean. It’s no surprise that some of the best beaches in Dominican Republic find a happy home along the coastlines of this 18,500 square mile paradise. In addition to the array of unspoiled beaches, the...
What are the ingredients that make a diving holiday a success? Well, it simply has to be something worth getting wet for! Grand Cayman diving can certainly offer this. Incredible reef structures, dramatic walls, an array of marine life and a good wreck – there’s more than one reason to take a splash around the...
Whether you are an avid angler who has mastered the art of freshwater trout fishing or a new-recruit to the thrill of chasing a blue marlin, Turks and Caicos fishing will provide the perfect setting from which to cast your line into the unknown. The beauty of the islands where nature and man can commune...
I am very often asked, what’s the best thing to do in Costa Rica. I then take a deep breath and start on the endless list of things to do and places to visit in Costa Rica that just goes on and on … and on. This unique country is so many things …. It’s...
It’s pretty likely that the prospect of 365 beaches to choose from has been a definite influence on your booking Antigua. So now let’s take a look at some of the other amazing things to do in Antigua that might involve the mesmerising beaches or Villas in Antigua but can also include a wide world...
It is said before you build your dream home, you should walk through as many other houses as possible. Download images off Pinterest, trawl through architecture magazines and talk to just about anyone with knowledge about what you should include and consider in your quest for the perfect home. This analogy could so easily be...
Mexico is a vast country – stretching from the Pacific across to the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean. Its many States offer a very different tourist experience and the wonderful state of Quintana Roo is host to some of the most spectacular coastline, and luxurious Mexico villa rentals in the whole of the Americas. ...
Introduction In 1974 a sleepy fishing village, sitting prettily on the shores of the Caribbean attracted the interest of property developer visionaries who built the very first hotels to accommodate lucky visitors to this exceptional location. Modern day Cancun has evolved through the years, now including a wide range of Mexican villa rentals. From its...
Without casting any major shade on both Canada and the US, it is unequivocally Mexico that scores all the points as a tourist destination in North America. This extraordinary country still celebrates its ancient greatness, mingled with its colonial past, all wrapped up in a modern and vibrant package. It’s a vast country that has...
With daily flights from London to the Caribbean, you can reach the stunning white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters within 9 hours from London to many exotic islands. The main airlines flying non-stop from London to the Caribbean are British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, and most of the flights depart from either London Gatwick or...
Costa Rica is fast becoming one of the most fashionable and popular places to visit on the planet for a very good reason. Costa Rica is full of culture, wilderness, wetlands, colourful cities, stunning beaches, volcanoes, beauty, incredible food, national parks and history all waiting to be explored. If Costa Rica is not already on...
Introduction If you are keen to have a Caribbean experience but don’t wish to travel much beyond North America then look no further than Mexico, along the Yucatan Peninsula. Tucked between USA and Central America is the glorious Riviera Maya that’s become synonymous with beautiful beaches, fabulous restaurants, archaeological sites that are both dramatic and...
Introduction Once you’ve made the sensible decision to travel to this world-class resort, you will be curious to know about the many fabulous things to do in Half Moon Bay, Jamaica. So let’s get started …. This magnificent private resort is cleverly distributed over a 400 acre site lying on the northern shores of Jamaica. ...
