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Portugal’s Wonderfully Weird Side
Portugal has the holiday favourites locked down, but if you’ve already ticked off the tram rides in Lisbon and the beach bars of the Algarve, it might be time to explore Portugal’s wonderfully weird side - one full of folklore, festivals, food oddities, and offbeat shops.

Julia Labedz
Aug 43 min read


Save €1,900 pp on a Small-Group Bullet Train Tour Across Japan with Tropical Sky
Travellers looking for a once-in-a-lifetime cultural immersion in Japan can now save an incredible €1,900 per person on the Iconic Japan by Bullet Train Tour with Tropical Sky.

Julia Labedz
Jul 232 min read


Tee Off in the Sun - Beginners Golf Week in Mallorca This October
As The Open gears up for a thrilling return to Royal Portrush, golf is enjoying a spotlight moment - and what better way to join the action than by learning the game in Mallorca? For solo travellers curious about golf but unsure where to begin, Solos Holidays has just launched the perfect introduction - a Beginners Golf Week!

Julia Labedz
Jul 222 min read


Meet Mongolia’s Legendary Eagle Hunters on a 22-Day Off-Road Journey
Settled in Western Mongolia, Mongolian eagle hunters, also known as "kusbergi" or "berkutchi," are a group of Kazakh people who have been practising hunting with horses and golden eagles for thousands of years. LIQUI MOLY Extreme’s new guided off-road self-drive tour “Altai Tracks to the Eagle Hunters” offers the opportunity to experience these eagle hunters in action.

Julia Labedz
Jul 212 min read


Witness the Spectacular Elephant Gathering in Sri Lanka with Tropical Sky
Every year, between July and October, hundreds of wild elephants congregate on the open plains of Minneriya National Park, drawn by the shrinking waters of the ancient Minneriya Tank.

Julia Labedz
Jul 161 min read


Where to Celebrate Bastille Day - Top 5 Fireworks Shows in France
Paris, Cannes, Biarritz... France has it all, and it comes alive on Bastille Day across the country. Read all about the event details and pro tips to best celebrate Bastille Day in France.

Louise Ducrocq
Jul 143 min read


The Roswell UFO Festival
Since 1996, thousands of alien enthusiasts, both sceptics and true believers, have descended upon Roswell every July to celebrate the long‑standing mystery of the 1947 Roswell Incident at the Roswell UFO Festival.

Julia Labedz
Jul 42 min read


The Most Underrated Scuba Diving Destinations in The World
A recent study has revealed the most underappreciated scuba diving destinations this year...

Julia Labedz
Jul 43 min read


A Supersonic “I Do” in Manchester - Get Married in Concorde
Make your wedding launch as high-flying as your future together by tying the knot under, or even aboard, the legendary Concorde G‑BOAC at the Concorde Conference Centre, Manchester Airport.

Julia Labedz
Jun 302 min read


Hiking in Podgorica, Montenegro - A Ryanair Route You’ve Probably Never Thought About
When Ryanair launched flights to Podgorica, Montenegro’s capital, few saw it as a hiking opportunity. But for those willing to look...

Julia Labedz
Jun 172 min read


Tunisia - Greece without the Crowds
While many travellers once knew it only for beach resorts, Tunisia has matured into something far more compelling - a destination full of luxurious comfort layered with history and fantastic hospitality.

Julia Labedz
Jun 112 min read


Why August Is the Best Time to Visit Iceland
Iceland is wild, remote, and unfiltered. And while each season offers something different, August quietly holds the crown as the best time to go. Here’s why.

Julia Labedz
Jun 93 min read


Abu Dhabi - A Five-Star Family Escape
Abu Dhabi is no longer just a stopover for luxury or business - it’s increasingly making a name for itself as a family-friendly destination.

Julia Labedz
Jun 83 min read


The 5 Best Child-Friendly Safari Experiences for Families Who Want More Than Just a Zoo Trip
The word "safari" usually conjures up images that are not exactly child-friendly territory...But not all safaris are created equal. Across Africa, a growing number of lodges and reserves are tailoring the experience for families, designing trips where children can get close to wildlife, learn about conservation, and still be back in bed before sundown.

Julia Labedz
Jun 33 min read


Primavera Sound Barcelona 2025 - Who’s Playing & How to Get There
If you’re after a music festival that doesn’t follow the usual formula, Primavera Sound Barcelona is it.

Julia Labedz
May 302 min read


Get Tumbling at Cooper's Hill Cheese-Rolling Competition!
At midday a referee in a white coat lifts a seven‑pound wheel of Double Gloucester, decorated with red‑and‑blue ribbons. He gives the cheese a one‑second head start, pushing it down Cooper's Hill and, not long after, hundreds of people dash and tumble down the hill in hopes of catching it.

Julia Labedz
May 272 min read


Meet North America's New Triple Crown of Hiking
Think you've conquered the classic hiking trails in the US? Well, get ready - because there’s a new power trio in town. Say hello to the...

Julia Labedz
May 222 min read


Rev Up Your Summer - A Guide to the Indianapolis 500
Here's everything you need to know about Indianapolis 500,“The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,” and how to get there.

Julia Labedz
May 213 min read


Cinematic Escapes: A Holiday Guide to Famous North American Movie Spots
North America, home to Hollywood and iconic film history, offers not only famous studio tours but also hidden filming locations across the continent, each year round 150 films are produced in Canada, and 600 in the United States...

Katie Doyle
May 165 min read


Experience Authentic Indigenous Culture in Ottawa
Long before French explorer Samuel de Champlain arrived in what is now Ottawa, the region was a place for hunting and trade, with people traveling along the Ottawa River in birch bark canoes to hunt, fish, and exchange goods.

Katie Doyle
May 162 min read
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