Usually known for its desert climate and sweltering heat, Dubai boasts balmy winters that are the exception to the rule. By early November, temperatures begin to drop and continue to […]
Five festivals in Sharjah
Festivals create a wondrous sense of community, allowing us to tap into our creative spirit, draw inspiration and weave a common bond with complete strangers. In keeping with its role […]
Discover The Wales Way
Croeso (welcome) to Wales: a land of epoch-defining history, castles galore, ravishing beaches and mountains of myth. The country may appear small, however the recent launch of three national touring […]
Celestial wonders of South America
Famed for its tropical rainforests, soaring mountain peaks and palm-fringed beaches, South America has a dazzling array of natural treasures. Yet the wonders of this vast continent continue after dusk, […]
Bloomin’ lovely: best places to see wildflowers in the US
The hills are alive with the… sight of wildflowers! And not just the hills: deserts, prairies, canyons, sand dunes, bogs, forest floors and more are waiting, or soon will be, […]
Best things to do in Yorkshire in spring
In Yorkshire, as in most other places, spring begins in March. Days get longer, and although snow sometimes falls as late as April, you’ll see plenty of Yorkshirefolk getting their […]
What’s on in London in spring 2019
London doesn’t hibernate in winter – the fun just moves indoors to theatres, clubs and restaurants – but the arrival of spring definitely witnesses a change of pace in the […]
Follow in the footsteps of Wales’ myths and legends
Wales’ history is packed full of legends, both fictional and factual, and despite the years that have passed, they are not out of reach for modern visitors. Discover the heroes, […]
Making waves: the American Southwest’s best river trips
There’s something about the simplicity and flow of a river that transcends time and space. A river always has a beginning and an end. But what happens in the middle […]
Alpine thrills: Liechtenstein for lovers of the outdoors
Liechtenstein is gearing up for its birthday bash in 2019 as the principality turns 300. To celebrate, it will be pulling out all the stops with a line-up of special […]