the traditional charm of the country’s seafaring heritage on the volcanic islands of the Azores and stroll amongst beautiful nature in Madeira. Delight your palate at every turn with regional delicacies and specialities. Continue reading The definitive travel guide to Portugal
Madeira is an enchanting archipelago, a cluster of islands just off the northwest coast of Africa where a mild, year-round Mediterranean climate offers the perfect sunny escape. Between Madeira, Porto Santo, Ilhas Desertas and Ilhas Selvagens, discover remarkable outdoor scenes, from beautiful coastlines to wild nature, and sink into the unique lifestyle of this charming island chain. Continue reading An island guide to Madeira
Swaying palm trees, sugar-white beaches, flying fish and endless rum cocktails: that’s Barbados in a nutshell. This island, despite measuring just 25 kilometres across, packs a mighty punch. Days spent beach-lounging and cocktail-sipping are perfectly complemented by endlessly scenic vistas, unforgettable hidden sights, and a heck of a lot of history. Discover our top recommendations to help fuel your wanderlust, and give you reasons you never expected to visit this Caribbean island. Continue reading Secret Guide: Barbados
At the crossroads of three continents, Cyprus is an ancient treasure that lures people in with its multifaceted personality. Beyond sun-drenched stretches of sand, discover an island with a compelling story, captivating culture, rugged landscapes and mesmeric tales of mythology woven within its rich tapestry. Continue reading Discover Cyprus: a culture, beach & nature guide
Covering almost 5,000 square kilometres along Portugal’s southern coastline, the Algarve is one of the country’s most enticing destinations for close-to-home summer escapism. Come here to enjoy a pleasant mini-break under the sun, or extend your stay to really uncover what makes the Algarve stand out from the rest – whichever you choose, we pick out six ways to make the most of its unique landscapes, away from the typical tourist trail. Continue reading Secret Guide: The Algarve
Whether you’re craving the feeling of basking long, lazy hours in the hot sun or can’t wait to plan those long-awaited adventures across new landscapes, these long-haul getaways are just the ticket for reigniting the spirit of wanderlust. Continue reading The dreamiest away-from-it-all destinations for far-flung sun
If you’re dreaming of a summer adventure and you’ve set your sights on Greece, then the Cyclades islands have more than likely cropped up. Take a peek at our guide for the ultimate island-hopping getaway around the Cyclades, which takes the best of each island and transforms it into one epic adventure. Continue reading A Greek getaway: islands of the Aegean
I’m sure many of you have been counting the days until you can travel again – and with hope on the horizon, those days are now numbered and the world will soon open up. Beat the January blues (and the lockdown blues, and any other blues) by giving yourself something to look forward to: a balmy beach break, full of silky sands, shimmering seas and glorious sunshine. Here’s a handful of the best beach breaks high on our holiday list right now, here to inspire and warm you up this winter. Continue reading From Brazil to Bali: the world’s most inspiring destinations for sun, sea and sand in 2021
For many of us, an annual beach holiday feels like a necessity – a moment of calm and respite from our otherwise hectic lives. Most of us missed out on our beach holiday in 2020, which is why we’re looking ahead to 2021 and planning our top beach destinations for that all import week (or two) in the sun. Whether you enjoy powdery sand, rugged coastlines or bustling beachside towns – we have the perfect beach destinations for all, plus the best hotels to stay in when you’re there. Now is the ideal time to book in our incredible Black November Sale, where you can book ahead for your 2021 beach holiday. Continue reading 10 Best short-haul beach destinations to visit in 2021
Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese islands and also the historic capital. Due to its seafaring location, Rhodes played a huge part in the areas ancient history, some of which dates back centuries and can thankfully still be appreciated today. If you’re looking for a beautiful island beach holiday, that’s also got plenty of architecture to entertain history buffs, plus gorgeous natural landscapes to boot, then Rhodes and nearby Kos sound like the perfect destinations for your next Greek island getaway. Continue reading Secret Guide: Rhodes and Kos
