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Things to do in Rome to enjoy your holiday

Rome is an old-fashioned machine to explore the past of the Roman Empire as well as the history of the medieval area. It's the ultimate natural stage for art and boasts some stunning old roman Renaissance buildings, famous art museums, and galleries. It is an expansive city. Rome is certainly not constructed within a single day, as per the famous phrase. The top places to visit in Rome will...

The Airplane Hacks That Allow First Class Travel Revealed

The Airplane Hacks That Allow First Class Travel Revealed

If you want to taste the luxury travel life during at least one long-haul flight, then welcome aboard! You’re a step closer to achieving it.

First-class tickets can be quite pricey, and often outside of our holiday budget.

But that shouldn’t put you off, because there are many other ways you can get an upgrade to first class, without having to pay the full price or secretly...

Holiday Favourite The Sarojin removes all single-use plastics in continued drive to reduce impact on environment

Aware of the impact generated by single-use plastic and as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability, Thailand’s 56-room boutique residence, The Sarojin, has removed all plastic water bottles and one-use amenities from the resort. From now on, all guests will be provided with a complimentary reusable water bottle at check in to use during their stay - and take home if they wish - and...

Okinawa welcomes Japan´s earliest cherry blossom with series of events

Okinawa is gearing up for the cherry blossom season with a series of events and festivals to welcome visitors keen to witness the earliest showing of this magical display. Thanks to its subtropical climate, the southernmost prefecture of Okinawa enjoys the earliest blooming cherry blossoms in the whole of Japan with some seen as early as mid-January, and they do not only arrive earlier but...

Pena Palace, Sintra Sunsets, Songs and Sailboats in Romantic Lisbon  travel

Sunsets, Songs and Sailboats in Romantic Lisbon

From its winding cobbled streets to its charming waterside restaurants, soulful fado music and fairy tale castles, Lisbon is the perfect destination for romance – whether it’s a honeymoon, a Valentine’s Day celebration or a romantic escape with a loved one. Travellers looking for a warm climate, picturesque surroundings and that something special for a magical getaway will find that Lisbon...

Forget About the Winter Blues and Book a Stay in Mykonos!

Treat yourself in the New Year to a world class stay at Kouros Hotel & Suites, situated in the heart of Greece's iconic island of Mykonos. This luxury boutique hotel offers guests a sophisticated ambiance, stunning landscapes, and attentive hospitality, creating the perfect atmosphere for richer engagement, slower travel and more meaningful connection.

While Mykonos is renowned...

Be Careful When Your On Holiday: The Effect Light Has On Your Skin

Be Careful When Your On Holiday: The Effect Light Has On Your Skin

For many of us, there are few better feelings than soaking up some rays. The warm glow of the sun on our skin is guaranteed to boost our mood and can even give us our own enviable glow.

But did you know the sun is the biggest cause of skin damage and ageing?

Luckily, there are different types of light therapy that can mimic the way the sun feels on our skin – plus, with...

Best winter sun travel departures to book right now Kenya

Best winter sun travel departures to book right now

To help travellers kickstart 2023 with a boost of vitamin D, here are three winter sun adventures from escorted-tour specialist Newmarket Holidays, including short break, safari and long haul options.

SAFARI AND BEACH ADVENTURE: KENYA

This 13-day group tour includes wildlife-watching in two of Kenya’s most famous reserves, bookended with days relaxing by the Indian Ocean at...

The Best London Museums You’ve Never Heard Of travel

The Best London Museums You’ve Never Heard Of

The British Museum in London is visited annually by around 6 million people , and for good reason. You can explore ancient history from all over the globe and see some of mankind’s most fascinating artefacts.

And if you search online for must-see museums, there’s a good chance you’ll find countless articles telling you just that.

So, for this one, we’ll be taking data,...

Playa Hotels & Resorts joins TIPTO boosting member portfolio to 19 travel

Travel News Playa Hotels & Resorts joins TIPTO, boosting member portfolio to 19

Playa Hotels & Resorts joins TIPTO, boosting member portfolio to 19

TIPTO welcomes luxury Caribbean resort specialist, Playa Hotels & Resorts, to its line-up of supplier members for Year 24. Joining with immediate effect, Playa Hotels & Resorts becomes member number 19, bringing its luxury all-inclusive proposition to the TIPTO agent audience with the aim of boosting...