In the ‘chocolate box’ town of Chipping Campden, The Cotswold House Hotel and Spa is certainly no strawberry cream! Grand, yet beautiful, it cannot fail to be to everyone’s taste, whether you’re after a romantic weekend away with your partner, gastronomic adventure or rejuvenating spa experience with your besties. It’s easy to appreciate why this Grade II listed regency townhouse hotel is so popular - and boasts awards to its name. While it … [Read more...]
Play Airline Puts Iceland Within Reach of Budget Travelers
It’s a courageous move for an airline to begin flying new transatlantic routes during a transitional time for the airline industry, but that’s exactly what PLAY has done. This Icelandic airline was founded in Reykjavik in 2019 by a team with significant experience in the aviation industry. They started flying to Reykjavik from the East Coast of the United States in 2022. I recently flew PLAY’s daily nonstop service to Keflavik, Reykjavik’s main … [Read more...]
Sea views and sophistication – 48 hours of fun in Brighton
Forty-eight hours in Brighton is just enough to scratch below the surface of this brilliant and bohemian city which is a great place to enjoy with both friends and family. Returning with my family for the first time in more than 20 years, I found it be just as welcoming and diverse as ever, a city rightly proud of its passion for culture, creativity and sustainability as well as its history. Whether it’s art, entertainment, live music, … [Read more...]
Barcelona Travel Guide: Sangria de Cava!
In the spring of 2022, my wife and I rented an apartment in Barcelona and lived like locals for 31 incredible days. After two years of working from our home in the Bay area, we realized we weren’t capitalizing on the remote nature of our now-remote jobs. Our dream of eventually moving to Europe became a reality, even if for a short time. Since we were still technically working during our stay, we crafted a daily schedule to maximize our free … [Read more...]
Touring Tuscany: Where To Go And What To Do
Tuscany is a historic Italian province which showcases the very best of Italian culture, architecture, food, and wine. Its strategic location on the West coast has meant that it has been colonised many times under many rulers, first by the Roman empire in 351 BC to the Napoleonic empire in 1808. As a small and visually stunning Italian province, which is easily accessible by car, Tuscany makes an ideal destination for keen tourists and has an … [Read more...]
Visiting Strasbourg, France with Children
There is really nothing else like traveling through Europe with toddlers. This is true for so many reasons, one of which is that they seldom seem to know just how lucky they are or how crazy it is that they are, where they are. Having lived in Germany now for a year and a half, we have become accustomed to hearing German daily. We have grown comfortable enough in our surroundings to explore and live. Though, when we travel to another country, … [Read more...]
Peace and harmony reign supreme on former historic battle site
HISTORY is integral to the story of the tiny village of Edgehill in Warwickshire, the scene of the bloodiest battle in The English Civil War. Today, the din of muskets and cannons are, thankfully, confined to those history books and the battlefields instead offer idyllic views from one of the most impressive vantage points in the country, The Castle pub. Perched on the summit overlooking the infamous battlefields, The Castle at Edgehill is … [Read more...]
A heavenly Oasis at Plas Robin Rural Retreats in Wales
The word ‘luxury’ is overused – as are ‘tranquility’ and ‘unique.’ Yet, as I discovered at Plas Robin’s retreats in the heart of the rural Wales, sometimes justifiable. A picture, it is said, paints a thousand words and, to be honest, the breathtaking views from these two bespoke holiday homes perched atop the rolling Welsh hillside, do most of the talking! However, it’s only after staying in the Shepherd’s Rest lodge for three nights … [Read more...]
Top Romantic Destinations in Italy for Couples
Italy boasts charm beyond belief that has to be witnessed firsthand at least once in a lifetime. And what better way is there to explore a destination other than visiting it with a loved one? Spectacular wherever you look, Italy houses some undoubtedly romantic settings to uncover; thus, here are six of the most romantic destinations for a couple’s trip to Italy. Verona Verona is without a doubt one of the most romantic Italian cities. The … [Read more...]
A Complete Guide To Getting The Train From Madrid To Seville
Travelling around Spain is an incredible experience, made better by the quality of the Spanish train network, particularly the Spain high speed rail service. The network makes visiting multiple cities and towns across Spain a breeze, with large stations, comfortable trains and quick connection and travel times. Given the ease of train travel in Spain, and the variation between Spanish cities, we wanted to travel from Madrid to Seville via train, … [Read more...]
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