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What to prepare for Antarctica trip

By Chris Columbus on Saturday, May 4, 2019

Antarctica is undoubtedly a unique place to visit. Although the location is known for it’s freezing weather, it is home to some of the most breathtaking and rare views of glaciers, icebergs and ice waterways.
It also has plenty of wildlife on land and underwater. Due to the extreme weather in Antarctica, it’s important to be prepared before travelling.

Safety

As mentioned, travelling to Antarctica will require safety precautions due to extreme weather and dangerous surroundings. All travel companies will be equipped with safety guidelines to make your travel safe while you’re in Antarctica. It’s important to read and the guide and take them seriously in case of emergencies.

Protection

Being protected while you’re in Antarctica is necessary. If you’ve never been to Antarctica before, you’ll need to be aware of the intense ultraviolet light which can harm us if we’re not protected. To ensure you are protected, don’t forget to bring a pair of sunglasses.

Clothes

The weather is going to be cold and chilly, that’s why it’s important to bring the right clothes for this kind of weather. Ideally, we recommend bringing clothes that will keep you warm throughout your journey. Don’t forget to bring a thick coat, gloves, socks, a hat and walking boots. Layering up will also help with keeping warm.

Documents

Did you know that visiting Antarctica doesn’t require any visa? You’ll only need to bring the necessary documents including your passport and your health insurance. If you’re travelling by cruise, you will still need to bring your travel documents.

Technology

Antarctica is filled with many breathtaking scenes that you can only see once in a lifetime. Bringing a camera to capture and video your journey will be essential if you want to remember and look back on your travels. If you’re a serious photographer, we recommend bringing extra long lenses as this is ideal for capturing nature or wildlife from a distance.

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The best road trip destinations in the USA

By Chris Columbus on Monday, March 25, 2019

The USA is known for wide roads and one of the best countries for road trips as they have plenty of cities and towns that are accessible by car. If you’re planning a big road trip in the USA, there are some places that you cannot miss! To help you have the best experience in the USA, we’ve listed the top places to see for your road trip.

San Francisco

San Francisco is a cool city that you should visit. Although the area may be a little bit hilly, it’s still an accessible city for car drivers. There are plenty of things to see and explore while you’re in the area. You can also find affordable accommodations to rent if you’re planning to stay for a few days.

Seattle

Seattle is surrounded by water, and it offers a wide range of water and sightseeing activities including, kayaking, cruise tour and many more. The city is also known for its great high way system which is perfect for anyone venturing on a road trip.

Portland

Portland is home to some of the best fine arts in the USA. It also offers a massive range of restaurants dotted all over the city. The area is another place that you can easily get around to by car. If you’re into arts, theatres and music, this place is a must see.

Denver

Mountains and snow surround Denver during winter, and it’s a great place to visit for anyone who is fond of nature. In colder months, the mountains are normally covered in snow. However, if you visit around summertime, you’re most likely to get a better view of their stunning mountains. When driving into the central city, you will find plenty of things to do and see including their art museums, parks and many more.

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Europe

Top places to visit in Europe

By Chris Columbus on Monday, December 10, 2018

Europe is filled with a variety of cultures and places to explore. If you’re looking to plan a full Europe trip, we recommend visiting the following countries below.

Germany

Neuschwanstein in the Bavarian Alps is the dreamer’s wonderland. A fairy-tale castle for all Cinderellas is here, and the creative vacationer will not be disappointed. The castle is of medieval architecture, and the landscape is something most visitors have not experienced before. If the goal of a vacation is to get away from it all, then this may be the ultimate place for some. Walking into fairy-land, even for a few hours, may be all that is needed to escape any back home reality of work and routine. Children especially enjoy such a wonderland.

United Kingdom

If you’re looking for a short relaxing break, Lincolnshire is the best place for you. UK’s second largest county has a myriad of places to visit and exciting attractions. It also has a range of award-winning guest houses and B&Bs in Lincoln that you can readily book online. From the iconic Lincoln cathedral to the stunning Skegness coastline; discover all that this destination has to offer.

Greece

The Parthenon in Greece is a second European destination that is other-worldly. This is a fifth-century BC marble temple built to the goddess Athena. The temple was damaged at the end of the seventeenth century AD. Today this monument stands in an altered condition, but there are still beautiful architectural features that may be alluring to the history-buff visitor.

However, if you want the type of Greek holiday where you can escape to paradise and relax in a private luxury hotel or villa, then why not consider the beautiful island of Zakynthos. Porto Zante has a range of exclusive accommodation, including 5 star and spa hotels on Zakynthos.

France

If you love the picturesque views of the mountains, we highly recommend the French Alps. This place caters for accommodation for families, couples and backpackers and full of activities to do. One of the most popular to choose from is skiing, and there are many high quality catered ski chalets to choose from. So whether you’re there to relax in the beautiful, peaceful area or would love to ski and snowboard, then this is one of the top places to choose from.

There may be logistical details that need to be determined, such as when to arrive to avoid long lines. Planning for the transportation to and from such a far away destination may be at the top of any list of critical to do’s. Arriving at the castle may be achieved by walking a thirty-minute well-marked trail. Arrival to the medieval castle can, also, be gained by taking a site bus.

Turkey

Turkey is another excellent place to visit, which encompasses Southeastern Europe and Western Asia – it is the 6th most popular tourist destination in the world. Boasting 13 UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Archeological sites of Troy, Historic Areas of Istanbul and Mount Nemrut amongst others.

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Skiing Holidays in Morzine

By Chris Columbus on Wednesday, October 24, 2018

Morzine is an Alpine village situated between Lake Geneva and the Mont Blanc Massif mountain range. Close to the border between France and Switzerland, Morzine has maintained a traditional character with picturesque slate covered roofs and wooden balconies on its chalet style buildings. Although a popular skiing destination, the village charm, beautiful surroundings and ample outdoor activities make it an excellent option all year round for adults and children. An hour’s drive from Geneva airport, Morzine is part of the ski area Portes du Soleil, a 650km snowy playground which crosses from France to Switzerland. With panoramic mountain views, this traditional market town originally supported itself through agriculture and later mining, before developing its touristic appeal and becoming the European hotspot of today.

Accommodation in Morzine

Morzine offers a variety of accommodation options such as hotels, apartments and chalets in the town itself as well as further afield. Luxury catered and self catered chalets are a popular option for an indulgent getaway. Small, high-end tour-operators offer chalets suitable for families or larger groups, with decadent features such as panoramic views, modern entertainment centres and and private hot tubs. Self-catered chalets include fully-equipped kitchens and top of the line appliances with additional options available at an extra cost. Partially or fully catered chalets allow guests to make their stay even more luxurious with features such as all-inclusive drinks, professional private chefs and on-site baristas. Morzine provides free shuttle buses to the centre and ski-lifts, however out of town accommodation may provide its own shuttle or private driver services.

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United Kingdom Europe

Where to Stay on the South Downs Way

By Chris Columbus on Wednesday, June 13, 2018

The UK has a number of spectacular long-distance footpaths and bridleways, spanning the length and breadth of the country. With so much amazing scenery, bucolic countryside and well-maintained footpath to explore, it’s no wonder more and more people are venturing out on walking holidays.

Whether you’re looking for a chilled out, B&Bs and light hiking option, or more of a camping and long distance trekking vibe, the South Downs Way can cater for all that and more. With so many great campsites, hotels, B&B’s and public transport links, there’s no reason to not enjoy a fantastic walking holiday.

The South Downs Way

South Downs Discovery

Running one hundred miles from Winchester to Eastbourne, the South Downs way is one of the most spectacular long-distance national trails in the UK. Consisting of linked paths that have been walked for over 8,000 years, with plenty of interesting sights to attest to its long history (including the beacon that spotted the Spanish Armada in Tudor times, The Long Man of Wilmington, the medieval village of Lomer and an ancient battlefield).

As well as all that history comes beautiful landscapes and scenery, and plenty of pubs to keep you fed between hikes. Walking the South Downs Way can be a great achievement, whilst also making for a fun holiday!

Hotels and B&Bs

The South Downs Way has plenty to offer in the way of hotels and B&Bs. This can be the perfect option if you’re looking for a walking holiday, but aren’t feeling like roughing it! If you want to combine a little bit of luxury and relaxation with your hiking, and want to enjoy a lengthy shower at the end of a long day of walking and pub lunches.

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What to Take When Glamping in the UK

By Chris Columbus on Wednesday, May 9, 2018

What Exactly is Glamping?

There is a good chance you may have heard of Glamping. Even if you are not too familiar with the concept, you might guess from the name that it is a mixture of camping and glamour. Your bedroom will become a tent, but in more luxurious settings then a normal camping session! Not only can you expect your bedroom surroundings to be more glamorous, the facilities will be too. Unlike the other style of camping, you will not just be in the middle of an average field, with a typical tent and very limited facilities. Glamping could suit, for example, those who want to take a trip somewhere and camp out, stay at one of the increasing amounts of beautiful glamping locations, and still have all their home comfort facilities to hand. You get to use the services of the campsite, but also provide for yourself using your own equipment, sort of halfway between camping and your home!

What do you Pack? Glamping The Essentials.

Okay, so some of the things you might like to pack for your glamping adventure may not be too dissimilar to a typical camping trip, but you also have other options.

Firstly, and perhaps most obvious you should take a good bag. One that is durable and can hold plenty is ideal but is not too heavy for you to carry, a rucksack type could be ideal. You might want a large one for the bulk, then a smaller one to carry with you during the day.

You might like to bring some extra smallish containers to keep safe any odds and ends. To keep drinks or certain cold foods cool, an ice chest is a great idea, and if you are glamping when the weather is very warm, you’ll be very thankful for it!

Now you need to consider what bedding to take, a tent cannot measure up exactly as a regular bedroom, but you can do your best! Pick a sleeping bag, pillows, duvet, etc. You might like to take an air mattress, it will be a good idea to take a repair kit though as they easily get punctures! You can take folding furniture if you have room for it (like everything on this list, do check what you glamping accommodation already provides first). Although you will want to recreate a bedroom that is as cosy as you can hope for, you are limited space-wise!

Take plenty of spare batteries for any electrical equipment you may want, such as torches or other lighting devices. Remember to take sufficient supplies of food and drink-items that are suitable for camping and will not go off, as well as cooking utensils, and items for cleaning. Bring a wash bag full of all your washing essentials and enough clothes to last for the duration. Think about what tools you might need, such as a swiss army knife, a compass, a fire extinguisher, watch/clock, a fishing rod for example. And finally, but also importantly, think of any entertainment to take like a good book, cards, crosswords, magazine, kindle, radio, football/cricket set to play, etc.

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Australia

Luxurious weekend trips in Australia

By Chris Columbus on Monday, March 5, 2018

If you’re living in Australia or simply going for a short trip, you may look into visiting or doing some activities around the country. Especially if you’re looking for a short getaway from your typical day to day. There are plenty of luxurious places that you can indulge in. To help you plan your short trip, we’ve gathered some of the best luxurious areas around Australia.

Jamala Wildlife Lodge

Who said you couldn’t stay a night in a zoo? The Jamala wildlife gives you an opportunity to stay at an accommodation right outside the safari where you can see different animals right outside your window. They offer various accommodations including the giraffe treehouse, ushaka lodge and the jungle bungalows. The giraffe treehouse allows the guest to overlook the giraffes from their house. They can also feed the giraffes right on their balcony.

Queensland

If you are looking to escape the crowded city of Melbourne and are looking for somewhere more relaxing, we highly recommend the Queensland. The island offers a luxury resort for anyone looking to stay. The beautiful sparkling water and the coral reef surrounding the island is worth a visit. The resort was also filmed by the famous David Attenborough’s documentary film.

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Antarctica

Tips for planning your trip to Antarctica

By Chris Columbus on Monday, January 15, 2018

Antarctica is one of the coldest and iciest places in the world. It’s also home to many natural attractions including the icebergs and lagoons. What’s more is that it’s also rich in both wildlife and sea life. When visiting Antarctica, it’s always a good idea to plan ahead. To help you with your plan, we have some tips below that you wouldn’t want to miss.

Travel on a cruise

If this is your first time travelling to Antarctica then know that most visitors will be travelling on a cruise. The prices of booking a cruise can range from £3000-£4000 depending on how long you will be staying and which months you are visiting. If the price is too high for your budget, we recommend booking your cruise last minute as these types of booking can dramatically cut down your cost by thousands! However last minute booking means that you will have to be flexible in that month you are travelling.

Check which costs are included

When booking a package deal with a cruise, make sure that you check which costs are included in the package. All package varies on what’s included. For instance, some cruise package only allows you stay on the cruise without stepping foot in Antarctica. Always check that your package will let you explore everything in Antarctica!

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Unique and Underrated Tourist Destinations

By Chris Columbus on Sunday, October 15, 2017

Maybe you’re a fan of travelling and experiencing new things, but visiting famous cities and seeing iconic buildings isn’t that interesting to you. If you’d prefer to discover the unknown and see some spectacular sights that aren’t so overwhelmed with tourists, consider some of these unique options.

Pancake Rocks, New Zealand

New Zealand as a whole is a stunning yet underrated tourist destination, partly due to its distance from Europe. However, Pancake Rocks is a prime example of an incredible sight (millions of years in the making) that you won’t find anywhere else in the world.

Sichuan, China

Home of The Giant Buddha (a 233-foot statue carved into the side of a mountain over 1,200 years ago), Sichuan is one of China’s most impressive tourist destinations, but it isn’t one of the most mainstream. If you’re interested in Chinese history and culture, consider a trip here.

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5 tips for arranging your wedding in Cyprus

By Chris Columbus on Friday, August 4, 2017

Does your dream wedding include stunning blue skies, a warm sea breeze, and a brilliant view of the ocean? If so, then consider having your wedding in Cyprus.

Known for its picturesque coastline, Cyprus is filled with beautiful beaches, ancient villages, historical landmarks, and endless flower fields to explore. Its lively nightlife and hometown restaurants make this island the perfect destination that caters to all tastes and interests.

Situated in the Mediterranean with a whole year of sunshine promises perfect weather with clear blue skies. It is also the birthplace of Aphrodite, the goddess of love, which makes it the perfect location for romance and enchanting charm.

Here are 5 Tips for Arranging Your Wedding in Cyprus:

Choose the Right Wedding Package

If you are getting married in Cyprus, choose the right package to fit your needs. We highly suggest that you contact a number of wedding planners and companies and get an estimate on their costs. Many wedding packages in Cyprus include hotels, venues, photographers, cakes, wedding floral arrangement, cars, and more. Not only will this help you pay for everything in one go, you must also save money overall.

Hire a Qualified Wedding Planner

Your wedding planner will be able to handle the details and provide you with all the information you need to make your big day extra special. They will organise some if not all of your wedding in Cyprus. If you have chosen the wedding package through them, just make sure that you find the ideal planner with experience and connections to help you get the best deal.

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Safety

Protection

Clothes

Documents

Technology

The best road trip destinations in the USA

San Francisco

Seattle

Portland

Denver

Top places to visit in Europe

Skiing Holidays in Morzine

Accommodation in Morzine

Where to Stay on the South Downs Way

The South Downs Way

Hotels and B&Bs

What to Take When Glamping in the UK

What Exactly is Glamping?

What do you Pack? Glamping The Essentials.

Luxurious weekend trips in Australia

Tips for planning your trip to Antarctica

Unique and Underrated Tourist Destinations

Pancake Rocks, New Zealand

Sichuan, China

5 tips for arranging your wedding in Cyprus

Choose the Right Wedding Package

Hire a Qualified Wedding Planner