Some people might think that Cornwall is all about cream teas and surf boards in the sea with nothing else on offer to help slim the waist line. Outdoor types more in the know however may be aware that the county offers some of the best and most accessible bike rides in the whole of …
How to Prevent Altitude Sickness when Climbing Kilimanjaro
Altitude sickness can strike even the most experienced of mountain walkers, as it can be caused by so many different factors (not just the height at which you’re walking). If you’re planning a big climb – like the trek up Kilimanjaro – you need to be prepared to deal with altitude sickness. While it’s by …
Best Places to Retire
Everyone reach this age when they have enough of busy commute to work, children are old enough to feed themselves and levels of energy makes them crave more of a peaceful lie down on the beach or a park than an adventure. Those lucky ones with enough savings to pack their bags and move abroad …
7 Best Water Parks in Spain
Water parks are a great outdoor activity for everyone during summer. If you are panning a trip to Spain then you are bound to find a lot of water parks to enjoy with your family. Featuring one of the most visited aqua parks in the world, this is a great destination to relax and have …
Top 10 Things to Do in Rome
Also known as the Eternal City, Rome is one of the most fascinating cities in the world. Rome is a busy city with an enormous number of monuments, churches, squares that are so famous that it’s impossible to make a short list of the absolutely must-see landmarks in this city. There will always be something …
Best Zorbing Locations in the UK
Are you a certified adrenaline junkie? Have you had more than your fair share of cycling, skating and rock climbing? In that case, it might be time to take on the UK’s hottest new craze: zorbing. You’ll probably already know that zorbing is the pursuit of rolling down a gentle hill in a giant transparent …
Top 10 Reasons to Visit Whitby, Yorkshire (England)
When it comes to choosing where you want to go on your jolly holidays, you wouldn’t be to blame if the peaceful seaside town of Whitby didn’t instantly spring to mind. Whitby rarely makes it to the top of any top places to visit in the UK, and a lot of people, even Brits, haven’t …
Books That Transport You Across the Globe
Books have a fantastic way of transporting the reader to a world and time other than their own. Whilst some stories take place in locations that we consider familiar, many manage to portray images of places, cultures and eras around the planet so vividly that they take us to lands that are totally foreign. During …
Menorca 7 Day Itinerary
Menorca – think idyllic beaches for lazy days, hidden sandy coves, scenic hiking trails (for those who are a little more active), quaint towns to wander and sit and watch the world go by, and plenty of ancient monuments for those who can’t resist a bit of history. There’s definitely something for everyone here, but …
17 Best Foods to Eat in Thailand
Everyone dreams of visiting Thailand for the beaches, crystal clear waters and picture-perfect island living… but ask any seasoned traveler what it is that keeps them returning to Thailand again and again… and they’ll tell you: it’s the food. Sure, we might have been inspired to first make the pilgrimage to paradise by Leo and …