Lakefest 2026
Lakefest 2026: Where the Cotswolds Know How to Have Fun
If, like me, the thought of being squashed in crowds, basic festival facilities and being knee deep in mud has always put you off, Lakefest might just change your mind.
Sustainable Tourism in Sun Drenched Puglia
Puglia takes sustainable steps
We land at Bari’s modest airport in Puglia, the sun-drenched region perched on the heel of Italy’s boot. Long overshadowed by the country’s wealthier north, Puglia has traditionally relied on agriculture, producing much of Italy’s olive oil, pasta wheat and wine. Its humble roots gave rise to cucina povera—the “kitchen of the poor”—where simple, seasonal ingredients are transformed into rustic satisfying dishes.
A Tuscany Holiday with a difference: The Watermill at Posara:
A Taste of Tuscany
This is a very special special tuscany holiday.As I arrive in the July heat at The Watermill at Posara, deep in rural Tuscany, I am immediately struck by the peace and tranquillity of the place. Ochre-coloured walls draped in tumbling plumbago and giant terracotta pots overflowing with white and fuchsia pink hydrangeas create a favourable first impression.
St Lucia travel – relax in the Caribbean
St Lucia Travel. At just 27 miles long, Saint Lucia is compact, yet astonishingly diverse. Unlike flatter Caribbean neighbours, its terrain rises dramatically into rainforest-covered mountains, creating a cinematic drama.
Where to stay in Dublin – the Fitzwilliam Hotel and Townhouse
Dublin has no shortage of elegant addresses, but few manage to capture both classic grandeur and contemporary cool quite as confidently as The Fitzwilliam Hotel
2025 my year of travel
2025 began with me finishing off my crazy horse riding tour of the Hill Forts and Palaces of Rajasthan. I was actually in bed suffering from food poisoning for a few days, and totally missed the New Year’s celebration dinner.
Cotswolds hotel – the Hyll Hotel
A Cotswolds hotel escape – the Hyll Hotel
There’s a certain honeyed light that seems to belong only to the Cotswolds. That golden glow cast across rolling hills, winding lanes, and picture-book villages. It’s the sort of light that softens everything it touches, turning even the simplest scene – a stone wall, a cottage garden, a curl of chimney smoke — into something quietly extraordinary.
A short Break in Budapest
A short break in Budapest
The history of Budapest flows beneath its streets carried by more than a hundred natural hot springs criss-crossing the city. I travelled to the twin cities of Buda and Pest and arrive on a balmy autumn evening. The Danube is illuminated by her iconic bridges and the domes of Buda rise like ghosts from another century. Somewhere in the city, the water is waiting — ancient, mineral, healing. The Hungarians have been bathing here since the Romans first laid down their mosaics. I had come, as they once did, to be restored.
The Dordogne valley
The Dordogne Valley in south-western France is a special region. Here the magnificent Dordogne River winds its way through lush, deep, velvety countryside. The air smells faintly of truffles, chestnuts and wood smoke, and the echo of history stretches back 40,000 years.
Ras Al Khaimah – the nature emirate
Ras Al Khaimah: The Nature Emirate Coming Into Its Own
Just an hour’s drive north from Dubai, the United Arab Emirates’ most northerly emirate feels like a world apart. Ras Al Khaimah — or RAK, as it’s fondly known — is a place where the mountains meet the sea and the desert rolls into mangrove forests
Protecting Cape Verde’s Loggerhead Turtles
Cape Verde’s Loggerhead Turtles For millions of years, the loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta) has returned to sandy beaches to nest under the cover of night.
Discover Bristol
Discover Bristol: Restaurants, Walking Tours, Nightlife & Cultural Gems
Planning a trip to Bristol? This vibrant UK city is packed with history, culture, incredible food, and unforgettable experiences. From Michelin-worthy restaurants and boutique accommodation to pirate legends, Banksy street art, and world-class theatre, Bristol has something for every traveller. Whether you’re here for a weekend break, a longer stay, or just passing through on the Great West Way, Bristol will leave a lasting impression.