Category: Travel Tips & Inspiration

Does the idea of taking a cruise make you break out in a cold sweat? Do you fear the screaming kids, the cookie-cutter activities, the mediocre food…and the dreaded norovirus? Sounds like you might be a cruise hater!

Is a vacation without ice cream really a vacation? Nope, we didn’t think so! But come on, you can’t forget tacos either. There’s nothing quite like treating yourself to some cold, creamy goodness when you’re exploring the streets of a new place.

The travel industry needs to take a good look at the actions that have long-lasting, far-reaching impacts on the world’s ecosystems. Of course, it’s also on us, the travellers who fuel the industry, to travel responsibly in ways that minimize harm to our environment. To commemorate International Coastal Cleanup Day on September 21, let’s look at a few ways we can help keep our oceans clean while we travel.

I enjoy fine dining, not only because the food tastes amazing, but more importantly, for the whole experience. Fine dining is so much more than an expertly-crafted meal: it’s an experience, a form of entertainment, a work of art, and most of all, a life event you’ll remember for years to come.

Croatia’s crown jewel along the Adriatic Sea has become a much-loved tourist hotspot in recent years.

With over 10 awesome places to visit, Austria has it all. Between the mountains, architecture, cuisine, and welcoming people, the reasons to visit Austria are endless. I’ve been to Austria many times – the first time being when I was 10 years old.

Seeing the best of what Edinburgh has to offer in one day is a lofty goal. Although compact and walkable, the capital of Scotland has more sights and attractions packed on its hilly streets than most other cities in the UK.

Ayngelina Brogan is a globetrotting foodie and entrepreneur who runs Bacon is Magic, a food blog with many readers from around the world.

I started my travel blog, markstraveljournal.me, 8 years ago. The idea came from a course on “improving your brand”. From the course, I learned that if you wanted to have a presence on social media, you should be using it to promote your brand or blog.

As much as we love to travel, the feeling of leaving your furry best friend at home with a sitter or at a doggy hotel doesn’t quite sit right. This year, why not kick your vacation up a notch and bring your pup with you?