Hostels are not normally something we would opt to stay in. In fact, they are something that I tend to steer completely clear of but whilst researching our trip to Thailand I stumbled on a couple of properties that actually appealed. I will even go as far as saying that…
Whilst some ancient cities are long gone, Ayutthaya is a city so proud of its terracotta monuments and temples that preservation work has been extensively undertaken all around the city. Unlike other ancient cities where you can now only see the magnificent architecture of great civilisations from afar, Ayutthaya is…
For anyone that has ever travelled frequently for work, you will understand just how difficult it is to stay fit and healthy. That’s not to say we don’t try. I use to travel pretty much weekly at one point for business. New hotel each week, working all day, staying at…
It doesn’t matter how much I travel, I still fear flying. Stupid perhaps, and before anyone explains to me that it is supposedly the safest form of transport, I get it; but equally I still don’t like it. So when we arranged a stay at the BLOC Hotel London Gatwick…
Spa stays and yoga retreats have become increasingly popular in recent years. Is it an indication of the lifestyle we live today? – our pace of life is faster and the levels of work-related stress we all experience being far higher than ever before. Or maybe, it signifies a desire for…
Bourges, a ‘“City of Art and History” is a beautiful medieval town’ according to its own tourism website. However because of its size, this small city is so often overlooked by its bigger sisters: Nantes, Paris and Lyon. For some, it is probably a place that you have never even heard…
By definition, exotic refers to anything unusual or exciting, or characteristic of a distant foreign country. When we plan our holidays, we frequently consider exotic destinations but quite often they remain on our bucket land because we can’t afford the travel. But what if money was not an obstacle to…
Most visitors are drawn to Kuala Lumpur, charmed by its European lifestyle, high-class shopping venues, and a pulsating night scene. However, if you scratch a bit below the surface, you will be pleasantly surprised to discover that there is a lot more to love in this vibrant destination for holidaymakers….
It’s true to say that at one time, given a choice, seeking out amazing beaches to visit would have been at the top of my travel requirements. However, as with all things, with age comes change and now when looking for inspiration for our next trip I research extensively. I…
Do You Have a Wish List? Let’s be honest, we know we are fortunate. Today people take for granted the fact that they were born into a world where flights are not just cheaper but also more accessible than ever before. I remember a time when there were just a…