In the footsteps of James Bond: 10 great places to visit
In the footsteps of James Bond: 10 great places to visit If you’ve got a bulletproof vest, map and compass and a remarkable ability to jump from speeding trains, how about following in the footsteps of James Bond? He’s been to some fantastic places on his travels and there’s no reason why you can’t as well. 1. Ko Tapu – Thailand Ko Tapu, literally “nail island”, is... Read More
Holiday in Santorini, Greece
The barren rocky cliffs of Santorini rise straight out of the blue Aegean—their tops are dusted by what at first looks like a sprinkling of snow. To travel to Santorini, it’s best to approach this Cycladic island from the sea. The barren rocky cliffs of Santorini rise straight out of the blue Aegean—their tops are dusted by what at first looks like a sprinkling of snow.... Read More
Holiday in Rhodes, Greece
Only 30 km from the Turkish coast, Rhodes is a very popular Greek island with holidaymakers for its lively nightlife, excellent beaches, flowers, hills and historical sites. Much of Rhodes’ flavour and architecture stems from the arrival of the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem, who occupied it 1310-1522. In the capital, Rodos, is the walled, medieval quarter of Old Town and... Read More
Holiday in Mykonos, Greece
On each side are smooth, whitewashed houses whose doors and windows are splashed with the bright colours of bougainvilleas, clematis and geraniums cascading from the wooden balconies. For Mykonos, one of the Cyclades Islands in the Aegean, the local culture is a mix of the sacred and the profane. This island is the gateway to the neighbouring unoccupied island of Delos, the sacred... Read More
Holiday in Athens, Greece
You can’t help but stroll around the Parthenon and the Acropolis and dream about those who have walked there before you. Sights in Athens have a special importance, more than in most other places in the world. They are firsthand histories of democracy, Western civilization and philosophy. You can’t help but stroll around the Parthenon and the Acropolis and dream about... Read More
Holiday in Europe
The great cities of Europe are more than just tourist destinations The first concept, when a traveller thinks of a holiday in Europe, is its geography: the idea of a stretch of land that covers from the Atlantic through to the Ural Mountains, that constitutes a geographical entity called Europe. Many of us remember fondly what has made our own journeys to Europe special -... Read More
Holiday in Greece
Greece - A destination with centuries of art and history to invigorate you mind At the ancient site of Delphi, where the Greeks once consulted the Oracle about the future, there’s a small round sculpture. It’s known as the omphalos—the cosmic belly button. The Greeks believed that Delphi was the very centre of the world—the place where everything came into... Read More
Romantic holiday in Santorini, Greece
Santorini Package - Romance at Mystique Situated on the rocky heights of the southernmost tip of Oia, stylish Mystique’s cloistered quarters will appeal to those wishing to step out in style. The resort pays homage to nature in a climate of unabashed, laid-back luxury. The only thing to distract you from the tranquility of the sea is the dazzling vista of the caldera cliffs. Concierge... Read More
Glorious Greece Tour
Glorious Greece Tour This tour of mainland Greece is well-paced and expertly planned. In fact, it is so successful that it has operated, due to popular demand, virtually unchanged for 20 years. Suggested Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive Athens (D) You are met at the airport and transferred to your tour hotel for a two night stay. Then there is time to settle in and relax or start exploring... Read More
