MODERN FACE OF A VIKING GALLEY
MODERN FACE OF A VIKING GALLEY Few would dispute the naval brilliance of the Vikings but they were also excellent farmers and dedicated food lovers. Viking Cruises has never lost sight of the skills of their namesake. Nowadays foodies who find themselves in Europe love the inspiring menus of Viking Cruises and the breadth of their cruise options. For Viking Cruises the galley is... Read More
Making the most of Mallorca
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
Lordy London Digs
Lordy London Digs Park Lane is the location of the “new” Grosvenor House Apartments by Jumeirah Living. Built in the 1920s, it has been refurbished and now oozes lavish, contemporary style with pared -down design. From studio residences and apartments to penthouses that come with an Aston Martin Rapide and personal butler, this property matches the trappings of any five-star... Read More
Carnival in Rio 2014
Carnival in Rio 2014 Rio Carnival is the most famous holiday in Brazil and has become an event of huge proportions. The country stops completely for almost a week and festivities are intense, day and night. Each Rio neighborhood has its own Carnival street band. There are more than 300 in the city, and every year more and more are established. Brazil’s carnival is a celebration... Read More
Go wild! Get back to nature in Canada
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
Delights of Champagne and Burgundy, France
Delights of Champagne and Burgundy, France Elisabeth Grieder sees Paris as a logical start or end point to the delights of Champagne and Burgundy. About a one hour drive from Paris, Champagne is a wine district with well-signposted roads that encourage a decelerated approach through tidy vineyards, grand cru estates and ancient villages. Champagne’s capital is Reims, a fairly... Read More
On a natural high - Tierra Atacama & Tierra Patagonia - Chile
On a natural high - Tierra Atacama & Tierra Patagonia - Chile Chile is a huge country of astonishing geographic and climactic diversity and one third of its area is dominated by the Atacama Desert. Further south, in the Torres Del Paine National Park, the landscape morphs into windswept steppes, lofty mountains and massive glaciers. Remote as these regions are, don’t... Read More
Anchor Bay Sweets - Lizard Island
Anchor Bay Sweets - Lizard Island Sanctuary seekers adore this remote Barrier Reef island. Take off to one of its many sunbathed beaches that offer delicious privacy, picnic hamper included - cheese, smoked salmon, fruit, gourmet sandwiches and the essential bottle of Louis Roederer. The naturally wild is acknowledged in the resort’s restaurant’s name – Ospreys... Read More
Aqua dining in the Amazon, Peru
Aqua dining in the Amazon, Peru A family-owned Peruvian business has turned “best practice” tourism on its head in the Amazon region. Skillful vessel design gives travellers an insight into an ancient world of endless tributaries and dense rainforest. Two luxurious river cruisers and comfortable launch boats allow guests to experience sights such as pink dolphins, giant water... Read More
New Zealand: Land, sea and be seen in the Bay of Islands
New Zealand: Land, sea and be seen in the Bay of Islands As one of the most popular sailing, fishing and tourist destinations in New Zealand, the Bay of Islands lies near the northern tip of the North Island and is just a short, easy flight from the east coast of Australia. Whether you’re holidaying with friends or family, the beautiful Bay of Islands is sure to knock your socks... Read More
