Living with wildlife in the Falkland Islands Tony Mason left London two years ago to set up home in one of the most remote places on Earth. Here he tells Ocean View why moving to the Falklands was the best decision he’s ever made. The Falkland Islands, located 300 miles off the east coast of Southern America, are made
Discover Dubai’s shimmering cityscape from the water t Dubai rears up from the Arabian Desert like a glimmering mirage: an oasis of shopping malls, stylish restaurants and towering skyscrapers. In recent years it has transformed from an unassuming fishing port into a colossal metropolis – a thriving centre for global business, finance and culture. Now Dubai, nicknamed the City of
Len Mansfield and his wife review Holiday Inn Winchester prior to a cruise from Southampton We could say the car park was a bit of a hike to the reception area, however you can of course (as we did) drop your bags at reception before parking. On the plus side, the car park is huge and secure – so
If you’re feeling burnt out by your city break, a green escape may be closer than you think Here we have some examples of beautiful parks you can escape to when the hustle and bustle of the city has become too much and you need a rest from your hectic sightseeing schedule. Some of the world’s greatest cities have stunning
Q&A with Phil Asker, the founder of luxury tour company, Captain’s Choice Captain’s Choice offers all-inclusive private tours to remote and exotic destinations across the world, giving discerning travellers the chance to visit fascinating places in luxurious surroundings. The company offers tours by private train, cruise ship and private jet, always offering the most luxurious accommodation, facilities and experiences
A Post Office report has found that prices are cheaper in every popular destination it surveyed, bar one t We have some great news for you holidaymakers: the prices of holiday resorts across Europe have fallen significantly since last year. This means cheap summer holidays this year! The biggest drop was observed in the Algarve, where basic costs, such as eating
Take the time to visit some of Southern Ireland’s lesser-known attractions Most people – especially international visitors – limit their exploration of Ireland to Dublin city centre. But beyond the metropolis, beyond Temple Bar, the Guinness Factory and all the other well-trodden attractions in the country’s capital, lies a rural land steeped in ancient myth and history. Over the
Forget Valentine’s Day…here it’s all about the Valentine’s Holiday t It began with Romans running around the city naked, flogging each other with ‘shaggy thongs’ as a celebration of fertility, but today Valentine’s Day is a little more refined. For most, it is a chance for couples, lovers and secret admirers to declare their adoration for each other with cards,
We offer some inspiration for this keystone of interior design . If you’re redesigning an interior, be sure to set the right tone with the right floor. It’s the foundation in which all the other details of the space are rooted. Below, we have eight very different types of flooring that are in vogue. Just hover over each image for some useful information
In the game of passport top trumps, Sweden wins The travel booking website, GoEuro, have devised a list of the world’s 51 most powerful passports. By ranking them according to how many countries they can grant you access to without having to obtain a visa, and using the cost of the passport as a tie-breaker, they’ve declared Sweden the victor. While
