I’ve travelled through tens, possibly hundreds of airports over the years and I’ve only even been vaguely aware of the concept of an executive lounge. I’ve always assumed these classy airport havens are for a very different traveller to me. You know the types… CEO’s, celebrities and well-to-do folk who prefer not to mix with…
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5 Fantastic Days Out for Families visiting Perpignan, France
During the Easter break last year we were invited to visit Les Dunes holiday park just outside Perpignan on the French Mediterranean Coast with Canvas Holidays. We loved the whole experience from morning dips in our hot tub to evenings spent playing family boules, relishing the high-end yet intimate camp site experience…but looking back nearly…
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Planning a family holiday in Puerto Pollença: 5 places not to miss!
As family holiday destinations go Puerto Pollença on the Balearic island of Majorca gets pretty close to perfection. With a flight time from the UK of just 2.5 hours and a wide range of airlines flying daily (including budget) the resort is not only easily accessible but also offers guaranteed sunshine and warm weather throughout…
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Autumn Glamping at Swinton Bivouac
Price: From £159 / night Sleeps: up to 5 Location: Near Masham, North Yorkshire Swinton Bivouac is a glamping and outdoor pursuits venue set on the Swinton Estate on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. The estate is situated just outside the pretty market town of Masham in North Yorkshire. A beautiful part of the…
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Getting the most out of a one day trip to Paris
You might think 24 hours in the world’s most romantic city isn’t enough time to fit everything in. Well think again. If you have just one day in Paris, you’ll need to fine-tune your itinerary and keep to a tight schedule if you want to fit in visits to all of the major tourist attractions,…
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Cruising the Alaskan Coastline
As the US’s largest state Alaska offers endless opportunities to explore it’s incredible, wild and breathtaking landscape. Coming from the native Aleutian the word ‘Alaska’ means the land towards the sea and indeed this state offers incredible experiences both on land and ocean. Boasting a range of majestic wildlife and pristine landscapes Alaska is now…
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How to get the best deals on mobile calls and data roaming when travelling overseas
[AD] Thankfully, gone are the days when receiving or making phone calls from overseas would nearly always lead to astronomical charges. Most phone companies now include free roaming in their packages, especially if you’re travelling within Europe. However there are a number of hidden costs frequent travellers should be aware of. Here are a few…
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5 tips for enjoying long flights with children
[AD] Flying can be a tiresome hassle at the best of times: bumbling through security, constantly checking your pocket for your passport and enduring that much-dreaded turbulence is enough to make us groggy and irritable once we’re off the plane. If you add disruptive and badly-behaved children to that list, the journey goes from tiring…
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Mexico’s Top 10 Beautiful Beach Destinations
[AD] It’s no great secret that Mexico hosts some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. On the contrary, Mexico is certainly a sought after destination for affluent travellers seeking a unique and luxurious destination. The beaches in provide everything a tourist could wish for with marine panoramas combining white, fine sand with crystal clear waters…
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Family Glamping at the Garlic Farm on the Isle of Wight with Red Funnel Ferries
Late last year we embarked on our first family trip to the Isle of Wight. We enjoyed it so much that six months later we were back! This time we had the pleasure of visiting in the Summer months meaning longer days and more time to experience the island at its finest. This time our…
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Boutique on a Budget: A review of Point A Hotels – Liverpool Street, London
Point A Hotels are a fleet of affordable hotels in central locations across London, Glasgow and soon to be Edinburgh. Using their vast range of hospitality experience the Point A team have modelled their hotels on the concept that a hotel stay is more than just a room for a night. From a desire to…
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Get more out of travel by learning a language: 3 Simple Ways to Learn Spanish ahead of your next adventure
Learning a new language is an admirable undertaking. By learning how other people speak, you can begin to appreciate their culture and lifestyle in a whole new light. Not only is learning a new language a very worthwhile undertaking, but it is also now easier than ever before. There is a multitude of methods you…
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The 5 most beautiful natural parks in Canada and Alaska
Let’s start from the fact that the national parks are among the most beautiful in the world and a trip to Canada or Alaska can not be said to be complete if it does not include one or more of these jewels in the open air. In the national parks of Canada and Alaska you…
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Review: Glamping at Slate Mountain, North Wales
Sleeps: Up to 4/5 adults Price: £120 / night Location: Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd, North Wales Llechwedd mine was established back in 1836 being one of the world’s busiest mines in its time. The dark days of grueling labour when workers spent up to 12 hours a day underground are now an important part of local…
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Tips for Creating an Itinerary for the perfect Disney Trip to Florida
For most families a trip to Florida is a once in a lifetime experience. For this very reason it’s important that you make the most of all the incredible opportunities available to you when you visit. Forward planning is crucial if you want to make the most of your visit, especially if you’re planning on…