12 September, 2014
The incredibly beautiful Dordogne is internationally renowned for its unique culture, sophisticated cuisine and towns steeped in history. Unlike the likes of the Costa Brava, the Algarve and the Costa del Sol, the Dordogne is less well-known as a destination geared up for children. That said, if you delve a little deeper there is plenty
10 September, 2014
With the intense heat beginning to subside and the crowds of tourists significantly thinning out, the autumn is the perfect time to go on a walking holiday. But where do you go? In a word ‘Skopelos’. Working your way round this beautiful island on foot is the perfect way to become acquainted with Skopelos’ unique
8 September, 2014
If you are going to the Côte d’Azur sometime soon, naturally you’re in for a treat, particularly might we add, in terms of local cuisine. France is world-renowned for serving top-notch and distinct cuisine and no more so than on the Côte d’Azur where the local gastronomy is relished by both locals and visitors. Fortunately
6 September, 2014
The Gorges du Tarn lie to the west of the town of Millau, running from the department of Lozere to just inside the department of Aveyron. If you are driving through the area or are staying in this region of south west France, taking the time to visit these striking gorges will be an excursion
2 September, 2014
With its elegant harbours framed with luxurious and state-of-the-art yachts, affluent coastal towns with a world-class casino, restaurant or nightclub on every corner, the playfully diverse lands of the Cote d’Azur have long attracted the world’s most glamorous, wealthy and elite to its shores. It comes as little surprise therefore when news emerges that George
31 August, 2014
Being blessed with a diverse and stunning landscape, Mallorca is perfect for both trail and road running. For runners seeking a flat coastal run, routes along Pollenca Bay, Alcudia Bay or Palma Bay go on for miles and miles. Or for those looking for a steep and challenging fell run, the ancient pathways that
29 August, 2014
With the severity of the summer heat subsiding into a much cooler, fresh autumnal temperature and being ready to celebrate its patron saint, it’s easy to see why Kefalonia is the perfect autumn break. Void of crowds Being the largest of the Ionian Islands but not considered as one of the touristiest of the Greek
27 August, 2014
Void of the unrelenting whirl of mass tourism, Paxos is a haven of tranquillity and peace. They say the most beautiful things come in small packages. Being just seven miles long and three miles wide, Paxos is certainly small and with more than 30 coves on the west of the island, jagged cliff tops on
25 August, 2014
With its spectacular mountain ranges, dramatic gorges, verdurous plains and twisting and turning coastline, the island of Crete is renowned for its diverse and natural beauty. Though it has to be said being laden with scillas, crocuses, cyclamens and other wild autumnal flowers, autumn is a particularly beautiful season to discover Crete. During the autumn
23 August, 2014
The Costa Teguise is one of Lanzarote’s most popular tourist destinations. But what makes this coastal town so heavily-visited and widely admired? Situated on the eastern edge of Lanzarote, only ten minutes from the airport and in close proximity to the island’s capital, Costa Teguise is easily accessible for tourists. Though despite its convenient accessibility,