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Thai Dive in the Andaman Sea

February 3, 2012 – 1:43 pm | No Comment
Thai Dive in the Andaman Sea

Oft-ignored by the casual diver, Thailand may well be the diving community’s best kept secret. While the coastline’s incredible natural bounties have long-been appreciated by Southeast Asians – and hardcore international divers

Southeast Asia’s Top 5 Islands

January 26, 2012 – 9:04 am | One Comment
Southeast Asia’s Top 5 Islands

Southeast Asia is full to bursting with incredible islands. If you’re short of time on a backpacking trip, here are your top 5, must-see paradise isles…

How to Party Like a Pro in Ibiza

January 24, 2012 – 12:33 pm | One Comment
How to Party Like a Pro in Ibiza

Ibiza is the world’s hottest party destination. But before you start packing those plastic sunglasses and flip flops, read an insider’s top tips on how…

The Welsh Retreat

January 23, 2012 – 9:22 am | No Comment
The Welsh Retreat

If you’re looking for the ultimate romantic retreat in the UK, you could do far worse than booking a cottage in the stunning Brecon Beacons in Wales.

Where to Stay for Hogmanay

January 16, 2012 – 1:35 pm | No Comment
Where to Stay for Hogmanay

The world famous Hogmanay celebrations in Edinburgh attract thousands of visitors who want to see in the new year in style. The question is, where to stay?

Overlooked Cities

January 10, 2012 – 1:34 pm | No Comment
Overlooked Cities

Cities are always vibrant places and the UK is full of exciting city destinations. When we think of holidaying in the UK, there are certain places that leap out at us. London,

Cornwall Holidays Make for Idyllic Breaks

January 9, 2012 – 10:02 am | No Comment
Cornwall Holidays Make for Idyllic Breaks

Cornwall boasts beautiful scenery and gives visitors a taste of the relaxed life that locals are accustom to, why not see what it’s like for yourself?

Love in the Lake District

January 2, 2012 – 2:58 pm | One Comment
Love in the Lake District

The Lake District is one of the most romantic spots for a weekend getaway or long holiday. Take a long romantic stroll before cuddling up next to the…

Havana; The City With Style

December 14, 2011 – 11:31 am | No Comment
Havana; The City With Style

Havana, unlike many capital cities that hide behind a perfect façades, presents itself exactly as it is, authentic an un-ostentatious with buckets of charm.

“I do… Now let’s go backpacking”

December 12, 2011 – 10:31 am | One Comment
“I do… Now let’s go backpacking”

One in ten British couples now go backpacking or on an adventure holiday for their honeymoon. Isn’t this the opposite of a honeymoon? Well, no…

America’s Greatest Hits

December 1, 2011 – 12:04 pm | No Comment
America’s Greatest Hits

The U, S of A, has nearly everything you could possibly want for any kind of holiday all wrapped up in to one country.

Up England we go!

November 28, 2011 – 10:34 am | No Comment
Up England we go!

England is a fairly small country full of history, so travelling around the whole country to see it all shouldn’t take to long if you don’t want it to.

10 world records to see in Dubai… without even leaving your hotel


November 28, 2011 – 8:13 am | One Comment
10 world records to see in Dubai… without even leaving your hotel


Spend an entire day racking up some record-breaking experiences without even stepping foot past your hotel lobby.

Kuala Lumpur: A Visit to One of the Most Diverse Skylines in Asia

November 25, 2011 – 5:53 pm | No Comment
Kuala Lumpur: A Visit to One of the Most Diverse Skylines in Asia

Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, is a thriving metropolis with stunning architecture, impressively huge shopping malls and a robust nightlife. Don’t miss it.