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Best winter holiday destinations in Europe

While a devoted sun worshipper wouldn’t dream of going on a holiday that doesn’t include a daily dose of vitamin D, if you can bear the Baltic temperatures, you may just have the holiday of a lifetime! Europe is loaded with perfect winter holiday destinations made exceptionally beautiful by the delicate dusting of soft, white snow. Picture roaming quaint...

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The secret to turning 25 days off into 54 days holiday!

Plitvice Lakes - Croatia

This blog post relates to the annual leave for the USA calendar, but the theory is essentially the same for other countries.

Once the frantic Christmas season is far behind us and the novelty of the ‘new year, new me’ wears off, January can sometimes feel like a bit of a stagnant month. The excitement of the holidays has long since vanished and the winter blues has most definitely settled in. One of the best ways...

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How to stretch your annual leave into 55 glorious days off!

ATM Cave Belize

This blog post relates to the UK calendar, but the theory is essentially the same for other countries.

We all have that one friend who just always seems to be on holiday. Affording them is one thing, but I’m often left wondering how they have the time to fit it all in. 2, 9-day holidays in South America, 5 long weekend breaks in Europe and a tour to Vietnam - bContinue Reading

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How to turn your annual leave into 38 days of holiday!

This blog post relates to the Australian calendar, but the theory is essentially the same for other countries.

With the excitement in the long lead up to Christmas worn off and the buzz of the New Year slowly disappearing, we all need something to look forward to. January is the perfect time to organise your holiday calendar. It’s also the time for resolutions. Visit those places you’ve been dying to see and book...

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Asia

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10 reasons to visit Sri Lanka

Sigiriya Rock

Until recently Sri Lanka was a tiny, undiscovered island that wouldn't have usually been included on any 'must-visit destinations' lists. But as more people discover this little island packs a big punch, it is fast becoming a regular on bucket lists. A vibrant, friendly culture, charming colonial towns, moorish food, relaxing beaches and stunning scenery. Sri Lanka is a small piece of paradise on earth. There are way more reasons than 10 to visit Sri Lanka, but here's our starting...

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South America

10 unique animals of the Galapagos Islands

The Galapagos Islands

A cruise to the famed Galapagos Islands is a once in a lifetime opportunity and a mecca for wildlife buffs. The archipelagos consists of 20 islands with only 4 being inhabited. Going on a Galapagos tour is like walking into a David Attenborough documentary! And the animals here are not your ordinary type - they are very unique, many you can only find in this part of the world. A Galapagos tour is a great chance to get up close and personal with rare animals -...

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Europe

25 Places in Europe you must see

Eiffel Tower

The birthplace of some of the most renowned artists, musicians and scientists. The land that built castles rivalling that of any fairy tale. The home of myths, legends and epic histories that has romanticised the hearts of literary geniuses for millennia. Europe has it all. Travelling Western Europe can be a bit more expensive than say, exploring Asia, but it is worth every penny! Europe is home to some of the best music festivals in the world and some of the...

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Top 10 beaches in Sri Lanka

Paradise Island, The Pearl of The Indian Ocean, The Teardrop of India. Whatever you want to call it, there is no denying that visiting this magical island is like living in a dream. Until recently, Sri Lanka was a hidden treasure compared to the more widely trodden paths throughout the rest of Asia. However, all that is changing as the world begins to discover this alluring island.

Tours to Sri Lanka are becoming a...

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Europe

5 facts you didn’t know about The Leaning Tower of Pisa

When people decide to visit Pisa, it’s no secret that they are after that iconic photo with the world famous leaning tower. Arguably one of the most recognisable structures in the world, the leaning tower of Pisa attracts visitors from all corners of the globe, while Pisa itself has landed on the map for being the gateway to beautiful Tuscany. Standing at an impressive 57 meters, engineers have long questioned how the structure has remained standing all this...

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10 Reasons to visit Italy

Italy, the land of romance, art and indulgence, is rich in history, charm and drenched in style. Being the birthplace of some of the world’s biggest brands, famous artists and renowned chefs, the influence that Italy has had on the world is unparalleled. Tours to Italy are forever becoming more and more popular, and it’s not hard to see why. Italians have a passion for quality, always going the extra mile for the finer things. Nowhere else owns this level of grace, turning the simplest...

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