I've tried my hand at surfing in a few locations around the world. Latin America has some incredible beaches with world-class breaks, and my first ever surf lesson took place in Dominical, Costa Rica. I later took to the waves in Montanita, Ecuador, and - on a return visit to Central America, on a popular surf beach near San Juan del Sur in … [Read more...]
Top 10 European Cities to Visit in 2017
A recent post on Beyond Blighty covered a few of the best city breaks in Western Europe. Admittedly, this was based on personal experience, and many destinations didn't get a look in for the simple reason that I hadn't been there yet. With this in mind, I've borrowed the results of a recent study by Omio and HomeToGo to bring you an accurate run … [Read more...]
Reasons Why You Should Experience Christmas in Europe
Christmas is a time for tradition, but that doesn’t mean that it has to be your tradition. While a Christmas spent at home is always a treat, a Christmas in Europe is interesting, exciting and delicious. If you love to jump into the action and learn more about other countries, why not fill out your ghic application form and visit Europe? There are … [Read more...]
5 of the Best City Breaks in Western Europe
With so many budget airlines, train and bus companies, it’s easy to find affordable city breaks in Western Europe. Distances are short enough to enable you to take off for just a weekend and you can find amazing accommodation deals with Hundredrooms. Whether you’re looking for a winter market to cater to your Christmas shopping needs or a sunny … [Read more...]
Adventurous Things to do in Fuengirola
Fuengirola is a city on the Costa del Sol about midway between Málaga and Marbella. This southern part of Spain, known as Andalusia, is an interesting place steeped in history. It was the filming location of many a spaghetti western back in the mid-1960s, claims to export more olives, oranges and avocados than anywhere else in the world, and … [Read more...]
10 Things to do in Tenerife: An Active List
Tenerife is the largest and most populated of the Canary Islands. About 5 million people visit each year, making it one of the most important tourist destinations in the world. Thanks to its warm weather, many holiday makers return year on year to indulge in all-inclusive resort breaks. While this is by no means a bad way to spend your hard-earned … [Read more...]
Scuba Diving in Tenerife: Rays and Wrecks
If someone mentioned the Canary Islands, you'd be forgiven for associating them with package holidays and booze-fuelled shenanigans. It might come as a surprise, then, to learn that scuba diving in Tenerife is kind of a big deal. Boats in the channel between southwest Tenerife and La Gomera frequently spot bottlenose dolphins and pilot whales, and … [Read more...]
Gems of Eastern Europe
Eastern Europe might seem less familiar than its more popular neighbouring countries to the west, but there are a multitude of reasons to visit, including magical castles, ancient churches and rich heritage. On a tour of Eastern Europe, you might find yourself invited to dinner with hospitable locals or adventuring down a winding lane leading to a … [Read more...]
7 Interesting Facts About Armenia and Georgia
Two beautiful, hospitable, neighboring countries in the South Caucasus – Armenia and Georgia – are attracting an increasing number of tourists from around the world. They have much in common, including mountain scenery, genuine hospitality, and rich Christian traditions and customs. They also have many unique incomparable features, which make them … [Read more...]
Exploring Tall Ships in Blyth
Sailing is a surprisingly high adrenaline activity. I've tried my hand at America's Cup sailing in Auckland Harbour and I spent two nights cruising on a sailboat through the Whitsundays in Australia. There's nothing quite like the rush you get when the wind's in your sails, your boat is tipped precariously sideways, and you're slicing through the … [Read more...]
