Travelling to new places provides invaluable life experiences that can broaden our perspectives and spark curiosity about the world around us. Whether it's a family holiday, a school trip, a gap year adventure, or a business trip, being immersed in different cultures allows us to gain insights and understandings that classroom learning alone cannot provide. Travel encourages us to open our minds, ask questions, and gain knowledge first-hand.
Discovering Different Cultures
One of the greatest gifts of travel is the opportunity to experience foreign cultures different from...
Months shy of its fifth anniversary, Exeter-based, self-catering specialist, Luxury Coastal , was awarded Gold at last night’s British Travel Awards scooping first place for Best Small Company for UK Holiday Home Rentals 2023. The Devon-based independent – which hosts 30,000 guests a year in the south west - was awarded the top spot at a gala dinner in London, fighting-off fierce competition from more established rivals and well-known holiday companies.
Luxury Coastal Managing Director, Phil Beattie, says: “We are delighted to have achieved the top spot in less than five years of...
Powderham Castle is encouraging sustainable travel ahead of this weekend's highly-anticipated Food Festival, with over 10,000 visitors expected to attend. As a host of local artisan traders get set to delight taste buds on October 7th and 8th, this year's festivalgoers have the opportunity to embark on a sustainable culinary adventure right from the outset - their choice of transportation.
The venue has partnered with a pick of transport operators in a bid to align their commitment to both culinary delights and environmental responsibility with over 10,000 visitors expected to...
Each year, the Perseids meteor shower graces our night skies as the Earth passes through the debris left behind by the Swift-Tuttle comet. As we approach the peak of this celestial event, we've gathered advice from Neill Sanders, an amateur astronomer enthusiast and founder of Go Stargazing, and Jo Richardson, a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and founder of Space Detectives.
Where?
To observe the Perseids meteor shower, it's crucial to find a suitable location away from bright city lights and light pollution.
Exeter Airport is celebrating a top ranking from the Civil Aviation Authority for the quality of customer service it provides to disabled and less mobile passengers.
The CAA's annual Airport Accessibility Report, published on Thursday (21 July), assesses 26 of the UK's largest airports and ranks Exeter as 'very good', the highest rating. Exeter's sister airports at Bournemouth and Norwich achieved the same rating.
The recognition is testament to RCA's efforts in ensuring that every passenger, regardless of their mobility needs, enjoys a seamless and relaxed travel...
South Devon’s multi award-winning holiday park, Cofton Holidays, has officially opened a brand new, state-of-the-art scooter, BMX and skateboard pump track to help promote health, fitness and fun among visitors to the park, year-round.
Designed and officially opened by Devon-based Kye Forte, former European King of the Dirt title holder, the new figure-of-eight tarmac pump track consists of a continuous loop of banked turns, rollers and jumps that enables users to generate speed with little or no pedalling.
Kye, noted for his whips, flips, 360s and for getting huge air -...
Do you want to escape the crowds and embark on an adventure?
Are you tired of trudging along with the hiking herd on the same old worn-out trails? Are you itching for excitement and the joy of stumbling upon something extraordinary? Well, hold onto your hiking hats, my intrepid explorer! Devon has a treasure trove of awe-inspiring and lesser-known hiking trails just waiting to be uncovered.
Devon is renowned for its jaw-dropping vistas, undulating countryside, lofty moorland, meandering river valleys, and breathtaking coastline. But here's a secret stash of information......
Indulge in a luxurious weekend of ultimate relaxation in one of the most beautiful spots in the world
Hilton Lake Como is perfectly located to explore both the lake and the City of Como itself. Offering amazing views of the lake, a rooftop pool and restaurant, a decadent spa and spacious suites and bedrooms, this really is the perfect hotel to relax in and take in those oh so beautiful surroundings.
Situated on the site of a former silk factory, Hilton Lake Como makes quite the impression on approach. Just a street back from the lake, the hotel sits in a commanding position...
Planning a UK City Break? UNESCO World Heritage City Bath needs to be top of your travel list for 2023
With the cost of living crisis looming, many of us are planning our travels closer to home this year.
Are you looking for a UK City break to rival the likes of Rome & Barcelona? UNESCO World Heritage City Bath, could offer the perfect alternative to those popular European City break destinations.
The Royal Crescent (Image from Canva)
With its beautiful Georgian architecture, compact and accessible city centre and numerous green spaces, Bath makes an...
As a co-founder of a travel start-up and a keen traveller I appreciate travel apps which optimise usability, have a great aesthetic and make travel simpler. From translating bilingual conversations and online privacy protection tools to tracking trip spend and flight prices, there are plenty of travel apps making travel easier and improving trip experiences.
I've compiled a short list of what I consider to be the must have travel apps for 2023. Be sure to check these out for your next trip!
