Summer family road trip around New Zealand’s North and South Islands including our 3 weeks itinerary, photography and film.
The Dordogne region of France is a place that I’ve always wanted to visit and I finally got the chance with a wedding photographer booking in Dordogne capturing a wedding at the fantastic venue Domaine de La Léotardie. The wedding date coincided with our boys school half-term so we made it into a little family holiday and here’s all about…
Here we have some of our favourite travel quotes starting with one of the most famous travel quotes of all time from Mark Twain…. May all your travels bring you happiness, exploration, discovery and all your dreams come true.
10 Amazing Winter Experiences for Your Bucket List
Everyone has a list of things they’d like to do during their brief time on this mortal coil. Irrespective of whether or not you have a formal bucket list, you can probably name a fair few things you’d rather experience along the way. Contrary to popular belief, enjoying amazing and potentially life-changing experiences isn’t something that has to cease due to the cold weather. In fact, there are certain bucket list experiences that are either better in the wintertime, or…
Northern Europe is a wonderland of beautiful cities, spread across 10 countries. Tourists might be more acquainted with fashionable London, Paris or Rome, but there are many other underrated destinations to explore here. In this blog post, we’re thrilled to shed some light on the finest destinations to visit in Northern Europe that you might never have heard of! Read…
A family road trip in California was high on our bucket list and in February 2020 we finally managed to get out to L.A. and explore this amazing part of the world. In a nutshell, we started in L.A, drove up the Pacific Coast Highway including Santa Barbara, Big Sur, Carmel by the sea, Monterey Bay to San Francisco, then…
Making the Right Choice between Flying First Class or Chartering a Private Jet
Any travel savvy individual will tell you that flying first class or chartering a private jet both constitute luxury travel. But what you must ask yourself is this: which one is worth the cost? According to a new report by The Travel, whether you’re utilising a private jet charter to New York for business, or heading out on a family vacation, or even honeymooning, lots of travellers are relying on airplanes more than ever before. Persons who prefer more security,…
During the Easter holidays we enjoyed a family road trip to Vancouver Island for 4 days and a ski holiday in Whistler for 6 days. We stayed at Long Beach Lodge Resort 7km south of downtown Tofino and enjoyed the natural beauty of the rugged coastline location. The rainforest cottage was perfect for us as a family of four, highly…
Australia and New Zealand are markedly different in geographical size. Australia’s coastline is more than 16,000 miles long, Lonely Planet reports, while New Zealand is just 1,000 miles long, according to TripSavvy. However, between them, these two countries boast a wide range of impressive sites. Here are some that are especially easy to recommend as tourist destinations… Sydney, Australia There…
Essential Items To Pack For Your Family Walking Holiday
A family holiday can take many forms. You might want to enjoy some time by the sea, playing on the beach and having fun. You might wish to take your little ones to a theme park, such as Disneyland, to make a lifetime of memories. Alternatively, you might want to head somewhere like the Isles of Scilly, and spend your time walking in nature, enjoying scenery and landscapes. If you choose the latter, it is essential to be prepared so…
Krakow is the second largest city in Poland. In 2021, it was visited by as many as 11.3 million people, including 900,000 people are visitors from abroad. These numbers were higher in other years, but the coronavirus pandemic had a major impact on reducing travel. In Krakow there are many interesting places and monuments that tell the history not only…
Travelling can be exciting but also comes with significant risks that can lead to losses. If you are traveling with your mac, you must ensure it’s secure and all the data in it. Your mac can play a significant part in your journey, such as entertainment, a Portable office, and storing important data. Additionally, when you don’t have many power…
Is Purchasing a Private Jet a Good Investment for Business Travelers?
A few years ago, no one would have thought that purchasing a private business jet is one of the best investments someone can make, especially for someone who travels a lot for business purposes. However, look at where we are today–private jets are definitely a good investment opportunity to consider. The world has changed so much, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. Not to mention that there are benefits of traveling privately that are not looked at from the investment aspect.…
Choosing the destination for your next vacation can often seem like an impossible task, that once you finally choose, everything else will fall into place. Unfortunately, travellers often find that to be quite the opposite. Once you choose your travel destination, you have to find out what major attractions there are, hotel and transportation prices, and a million other small…
The Golden State remains one of the most sought-after tourist destinations not only in the U.S. but the world over. Maybe gas prices are high, but that’s not stopping people from visiting the state where the sun shines almost all the time. Ventura County is one of these sunshiny places where everyone from backpackers-on-a-low-budget to high-end vacationers can experience endless excitement, from California…
Where is the best place to visit in Bulgaria?
You may have travelled the world but you surely have missed some amazing spots. The Balkans has been one of the most underestimated areas in the world in the last few decades for many economic reasons. However, there is a country that tourists usually describe as ‘a hidden gem’. This is Bulgaria, and it is one of the most beautiful and historically gathered countries in the world. Many would ask whether it is really worth travelling this deep in Europe,…
Travel is more than seeing new places and exploring different cultures. It is therapeutic as you get a break from the mundane and spend quality time with your loved ones. You may even reconnect with yourself when going solo. But you must choose wisely to experience the best without digging a hole in your wallet or stressing yourself out for…
“The world is waiting for you. So, have good luck and live by the mantra of `travel safe`” -Phil Keoghan. Traveling to new places offers you countless opportunities to explore yourself and live your life the way you want. It simply means forgetting about your everyday life for just a few days and making the most out of your trip.…
The Sin City; An Activities guide to Las Vegas
Las Vegas is one of the most exciting and entertaining destinations in the world. The city has something for everyone and it is a place where you can have a good time, no matter what your age or interests are. You can have fun with your friends, family, and even with yourself. It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for an adrenaline rush or just want to relax and enjoy some quality time away from home. Las Vegas has plenty of…
With the lifting of international travel restrictions, adventure seekers around the world are planning getaways to destinations filled with sandy beaches and sunshine. For tourists seeking the companionship of the year-round sun, countless opportunities for adventure, delicious cuisine, and Instagram-worthy posts, Cayman Island in the western Caribbean Sea indeed makes the cut. Made up of three islands, Little Cayman, Cayman…
“No matter what happens, travel always gives you a story to tell.” If you are looking forward to a weekend getaway but on a budget, Ocean City in New Jersey is a great place to visit. Whether you wish to spend quality time by the beach or take your kids on a small family trip, this place has something for…
5 Travel Items You Should Always Have On You
After making all your reservations and finalising your travel itinerary, an important task remains — packing for the trip. With everything else on your mind as you prepare for your visit, it can be easy to forget essential items that often make all the difference between a wonderful trip and a nightmare. Properly packing a bag is often a skill that takes time to perfect. Whether you are packing a wheeled suitcase or a backpack, what’s inside counts. You should…
With the advent of COVID-19, most European countries had closed their international borders, thereby restricting tourists from other countries to explore European countries. However, this is no longer the case as the world and the international borders have started to re-open and re-ignite the desire to travel in 2022. As we speak, you can now tour Europe by taking a…
After a 4 hour flight from London, we step off the plane at Paphos airport and the heat hits us. It aways amazes me the difference in climate that 2,000 miles south can make. Shame we can’t move the UK next to Cyprus. You can see why so many expats move here! We hired a car from the airport as…
Five amazing things to see and do in the Amazon rainforest
Unlike no other place on earth, the Amazon rainforest is a bucket list destination for many people. Going on weekend breaks to Italy or venturing across the other side of the world to New Zealand is understandably appealing, but none of it compares to an immersive experience in nature. It isn’t just any old nature-filled setting either and represents one of the ultimate adventures on this beautiful planet of ours. Of course, this type of adventure-filled holiday isn’t for everyone…
In the travel industry, older travellers have long been tagged as being the most conservative demographic in terms of their preferences and habits – to put it bluntly, the most stuck in their ways. Once people reach their late 60s and 70s, the perceived wisdom goes, they are more likely to travel repeatedly to the same destination and stay in…
When you’re travelling, you’ll want to experience everything your destination offers. You may have filled your days with plans and booked activities. However, there can be lots of experiences to gain from trying out the local nightlife too. Here are some suggestions. Take a guided tour If there are any guided tours after dark, either by bus or on foot,…
Preparing for a Mykonos Trip – A First Comer’s Checklist
Although we’re well into the heart of autumn and moving forward towards the winter months, some holiday hot spots get quickly booked as we speak. Mykonos is one of them, with thousands of visitors already planning their next summer holidays at the popular cosmopolitan hub spot. There is a saying in Greece that goes something like “You cook before you are hungry”, and it seems to apply to almost all the fine and dreamy things we want to do in…
Have you always dreamed of travelling the world and getting paid for it? Now you can do it through travel vlogging. But not everything sounds as fantastic as it sounds. Anyone can get to the point where their main concern is creating travel videos, but this requires tremendous effort and consistency. So to have a sustainable income while traveling the…
If you have ever dreamed of that white sand, palm fringed lagoon idyll then you are not alone! The desert island fantasy must be the most desired holiday experience in the world. For some that would be the ultimate lifestyle. Imagine waking up with the sun every day, apart from Monsoon season of course. Imagine having nothing to do but…
UK half-term breaks: The unwritten rules
For the past twelve months or so, it would be fair to say that all school holidays have blended into one. However, all being well, this is gradually changing. With the next half-term only days away, families are now in position to jet off (probably on a road trip) and sample a short break away from their familiar four walls. The problem is that most of us treat these domestic half-term breaks much differently to an overseas equivalent. In some…
Located in the south west of England, Dartmoor is a deservedly famous moorland to enjoy and a great one to walk in particular. It’s popularity can be attributed to the variety the park has to offer: rolling lush hills, mystic woods with rivers passing through and fantastic granite features, also known as tors, that rise up out of the ground…
Like every global traveller with itchy feet, we can’t wait for everything to open up again post-pandemic. But safety always comes first, so in the meantime we’re keeping ourselves occupied with fantasy travel plans which can transform to reality in a few months’ time (fingers, toes and everything else crossed!). One place we can’t wait to return to is Scotland.…
How to get to the Kraków Airport in Balice?
The Kraków Airport is located a few kilometres to the west of the city. More and more people choose to travel by plane, and nearly everybody who is planning a flight to or from Kraków would like to know how to get to the airport in Balice. Let’s take a moment to explore the available options. Convenient public transport to the Kraków Airport is one of the priorities of the municipal authorities, so no wonder that there are a few…