Kathryn Mason takes you through the magical landscape, wildlife, sights, smells and taste sensations of South Africa, positing it as one of the top destinations for a honeymoon that combines both relaxation and luxury with a bit of adventure… Well-known for it’s prolific safari scene and world-famous wines, South Africa has long been considered a wildlife lover and foodie’s paradise.
Treat yourself to delicious seafood and wine from surrounding vineyards at Hastings’ renowned Seafood and Wine Festival on 17th and 18th September The Seafood and Wine Festival in Hastings is a popular event that has been going for over ten years. Positioned on the Stade next to the fishing beach and Hastings’ unique net huts, with a backdrop of the
It’s time to venture somewhere a bit different. The Falkland Islands lie just off the southeastern tip of South America, offering wonderful wildlife, interesting terrain and plenty to see and do… The Falkland Islands are a remote South Atlantic archipelago, situated approximately 400 miles off the southeastern tip of South America with rugged terrain and cliff-lined coasts. Its 778 compact
When we think of an island getaway, our minds are often filled with the thought of Caribbean sand or South East Asian heat. But the UK has some amazing sights, fascinating history and impressive wildlife on islands just on its doorstep – why not make the most of it? Gathered together just off the coast of France, the Channel Islands
Despite being the closest Channel Island to the UK mainland, Alderney offers a unique break away, with a huge depth of history, things to do and sights to see… The tiny island of Alderney is the most northerly of the Channel Islands, a unique archipelago that has been part of the British Isles since the Norman Conquest in 1066, but
One day is certainly not enough in this wonderfully cultural, modern and cosmopolitan city, but if you do just have a limited time, here is an overview of how to fill your day so to make the most of it Spanish culture is something to be admired. Walking through the streets of Madrid, the cosmopolitan centre of Spain, you get
Editor, Jenny Ardagh visits Cornwall with Blue Chip Holidays, staying at The Dell bungalow, overlooking Whitsand Bay. The south coast has always left me stunned at its beauty; how the light shifting across the sea, the cliff edges and the land beyond it can change the landscape so dramatically. On a sunny day, there’s nowhere I would rather be due
Famed for being Gaudi’s playground, where his fantastical dreams of candy-topped scoops and curves have been (and still are being) turned into magnificent realities, Barcelona is a jewel in the cultural crown of Spain. It sits perched on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea with the Collserola mountains as a backdrop, and has done since Roman times. The city is
Portugal offers city breaks, beach holidays, adventure and adrenaline-packed experiences and culture, with small and large cities, natural parks and stunning coastline. Outside the cities, Portugal’s beauty unfolds in all its startling variety. There are fantastic opportunities for hiking, and exploring hidden historic villages. With over 800km of coastline, there’s so much to see, and plenty of sea to enjoy
The centre for education, culture, festivals and the arts, and situated in the central ‘belt’ of Scotland, it’s easy to see why Edinburgh is such an inspiring capital city. Edinburgh combines stunning landscape with a city centre that boasts a hub of activity. The Old Town of the city hosts medieval courtyards, cobbled, narrow streets and alleyways and an insight
