Have you considered Sardinia?
As the second biggest island in the Mediterranean Sea after Sicily, Sardinia is Italy’s sparkling coastal gem, featuring many World Heritage sites and outstanding cuisine. Its proximity to Africa means its white sandy beaches and turquoise waters easily rival the tropics, but what else is drawing holidaymakers to Sardinia?
Get cultural on the waterfront
Perhaps... Read More
Category Accommodation in Italy, Cultural holidays, Cycling holidays, Family holidays, Historic holidays, Holiday in Italy, UNESCO World Heritage sites, Walking holidays · Tags Alghero, Anglona, Barbagia, Cagilari waterfront, Castelsardo, Chiesa di Santo Sepolcro, Chiesa di Sant’Eulalia, Costa Smeralda, cycling tour of Sardinia, Holiday in Sardinia, Mediterranean Sea, Sassari, Tempio Pausania, walking tour in Sardinia
Making the most of Mallorca
Just a 50-minute flight from Barcelona, Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands and hosts over 10 million visitors every year. From sailing trips to castles and cultural wonders in Palma, to gourmet cuisine and the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range, there’s a lot to explore in Mallorca.
First port of call: Palma de Mallorca
Palma is the capital... Read More
Category Accommodation in Spain, Boat tours, European summer events, Family holidays, Holiday in Spain, Holiday with kids, Holidays with friends, UNESCO World Heritage sites, Walking holidays · Tags Balearic Islands, Castell de Bellver, Mallorca, Palma, Palma de Mallorca, Pueblo Espanol, sailing Mallorca, Serra de Tramuntana, Soller, Top three day trips in Mallorca, train to Soller, UNESCO World Heritage site, Valledemossa
Having a whale of a time in Tonga
Tonga is “the land where time begins” – a quietly paced and eclectic country that sees ancient traditions sitting happily alongside tourism and modern technology. Situated in the Pacific Ocean between Tahiti and Fiji, the Kingdom of Tonga consists of 171 beautiful islands in four distinct groups. Known for having some of the best snorkelling... Read More
Category Accommodation in Tonga, Adventurous, Cruise, Family holidays, Holiday in Tonga, Holiday with kids, Tropical escapes, Wildlife & Safaris · Tags Ha'apai group, Hinakauea Beach, Kingdom of Tonga, Tonga, Tongan yacht charter, Vava'u, Whale watching in Tonga, whale-watching
Posted by Concierge Traveller on January 25, 2025 · 409 Comments
Hidden Hawaii: How to make the most of your Hawaiian holiday
From ancient volcanoes and dancing the hula to ever changing landscapes and Maui traditions, there’s a whole lot to do and see in Hawaii. Seek out the hidden gems and make your Hawaiian holiday even more memorable.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
With an absolutely unique blend of evolution, volcanism, exotic rainforests... Read More
Category Accommodation in America, Accommodation in Hawaii, Active holidays, Family holidays, Holiday in Hawaii, Holiday with kids, Walking holidays, Wildlife & Safaris · Tags Four Seasons Resort Hualalai., Halema’uma’u Crater, Hawaii, Hawaii by helicopter, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Honolulu, Kilauea, Mauna Loa, no.1 Luxury Hotel in the World, Snorkel with the dolphins, Take to the skies in a helicopter, TripAdvisor Traveller's Choice 2013, Turtle Town, Visit the Napali Coast on Kauai, Waikiki Beach, Where to stay
Posted by Concierge Traveller on December 1, 2024 · 572 Comments
Holidays in the sun
Imagine sipping on cocktails overlooking a sparkling swimming pool, enjoying dinner on pristine white sand as the sun sets over the ocean. You work hard all year round, so it makes perfect sense that you’d want to spend your holiday relaxing in the sun. Of course, Australian summers are usually the sunniest a summer can get, but if you feel like heading further... Read More
Category Family holidays, Holiday in Australia, Holiday in Bali, Holiday in Thailand, Holiday in USA, Holiday with kids, Luxury holiday, Tropical escapes · Tags Amanusa, Bali, Beqa Lagoon, Holidays in the sun, Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Kuta, La Valencia Oceanfront Hotel, Legian, Monkey Forest, Royal Davui Island Resort, Sanur, Seminyak., Thailand, Ubud
Posted by Concierge Traveller on November 7, 2024 · 3 Comments
Top 10 places to be for Christmas and New Years Eve
1. PARIS - HOTEL PLAZA ATHENEE
Enjoy a Parisian stay with your child in a stylish room opening onto the Avenue Montaigne, lined with magnificent chestnut trees or a side view of the Eiffel Tower.
Our festive package: 2 NIGHTS IN A DELUXE ROOM WITH UPGRADE UPON AVAILABILITY • CHILD’S BREAKFAST DAILY AND SURPRISE GIFT UPON... Read More
Category Accommodation in Austria, Accommodation in Brazil, Accommodation in England, Accommodation in Hong Kong, Accommodation in London, Accommodation in New York, Accommodation in Rio de Janerio, Accommodation in Russia, Accommodation in Singapore, Accommodation in Switzerland, Accommodation in Vienna, Christmas holidays, City day tours, Concierge Touch, Family holidays, Holiday in Austria, Holiday in Brazil, Holiday in France, Holiday in Hong Kong, Holiday in Russia, Holiday in Switzerland, Holidays in Europe, Luxury holiday, Romantic holidays, Special interest holidays · Tags Christmas holiday packages, CHRISTMAS IN FINLAND, Christmas tree in Rockefeller Plaza, Fifth Avenue, Hong Kong, HOTEL MONTANA, HOTEL PLAZA ATHENEE, London, Lucerne, New Year's Eve packages, NEW YEARS EVE IN MOSCOW, NEW YEARS EVE IN ST. PETERSBURG, New York, NEWS YEAR'S EVE IN VIENNA, Paris, Rio de Janeiro, Singapore, THE COPACABANA PALACE, THE HOTEL SACHER, THE MANDARIN ORIENTAL, THE MANDARIN ORIENTAL SINGAPORE, THE PENINSULA, THE RITZ, Tsar's New Year's Eve Gala Ball, Vienna
Go wild! Get back to nature in Canada
It might be more fitting to let the nature get back to you when it comes to holidaying in Canada. As a popular family holiday destination, there are lots of things to do involving wildlife in one of the world’s most beautiful countries. Have you gone wild in Canada lately?
In and around Banff
If you’re up for adventure, you’ll love the... Read More
Category Accommodation in Canada, Active holidays, Family holidays, Holiday in Canada, Holiday with kids, Holidays with friends, Rail journeys, Ski holidays, Wildlife & Safaris · Tags Athabasca Glacier, Banff, Banff Gondola, Brome-Missisquoi, Calgary, Calgary stampede, Canadian Rockies, Eastern Townships, grizzly bears, Heritage Park, Laurentian Mountains, Manitoba's Riding Mountain National Park, Monteregian trek, Montreal, Polar bears in Churchill, Quebec, Stoney Nakoda Lodge
Exploring Sweden and the Arctic Circle
Sweden is home to an astounding array of landscapes. Some of the nicest people on the planet live in Sweden, and new visitors will find it an inspiring holiday destination for everyone from the aspiring nomad to the ABBA fan to the foodie searching for Arctic Circle delights.
Get on down to Stockholm
Sweden’s capital city, Stockholm, is a... Read More
Category Accommodation in Sweden, Cultural holidays, Family holidays, Holiday in Sweden, Holiday with kids · Tags Abisko National Park, Arctic Circle, Arctic Circle train, Björkliden ski resort, Blue Hall, Fredsgatan, Holiday in Sweden, ice fishing, Kiruna, Mathias Dahlgren, Narvik, Nobel Prize, Nystekt Strömmingvagnen, Riksgränsen, Royal Palace Sweden, Sami tipi, snowmobile safari in the Arctic Circle, Södermalm Square, Stockholm, Sweden, Under the Bridges of Stockholm tour, Vasa Museum
Posted by Concierge Traveller on September 21, 2024 · 1,118 Comments
Where to stay with the kids in Thailand
Swaying palms, clear blue seas and skies and some of the best chicken curries and fresh coconuts on the planet all combine to make Thailand a top holiday destination for adults. But kids will have a great holiday in Thailand too, especially at these family-friendly resorts.
Banyan Tree, Koh Samui
Koh Samui is known as the “paradise island”... Read More
Category Accommodation in Thailand, Cultural holidays, Family holidays, Holiday in Thailand, Holiday with kids, Luxury holiday · Tags activities for children in Phuket, Banyan Tree Samui, Banyan Tree’s Quest Family Programs, Holiday in Thailand, kids in Thailand, Koh Lanta, Koh Samui, Phang Nga Bay, Phi Phi Islands, Phuket, Phuket Butterfly Farm, Pimalai, Samui Butterfly Garden, Things to do in Koh Samui, Things to do in Phuket
Posted by Concierge Traveller on August 24, 2024 · 793 Comments
London after the Olympics: How the infrastructure built for the Olympics will benefit travellers
A team of 410 Australian athletes competed at the London 2012 Summer Olympics, and with 224 men and 186 women taking part on behalf of our country, this was in the end Australia’s fifth-largest team ever sent abroad to an Olympic Games.
As well as beach volleyballer Natalie Cook... Read More
Category Accommodation in England, Accommodation in London, City day tours, England, Family holidays, Holiday in England, Holiday with kids · Tags 02 arena, Harrods Toy Kingdom, London, London 2012 Summer Olympics, North Greenwich Arena, Olympics, Shark Reef Encounter, Tate Modern, The Tanks, Towards a One Planet 2012
