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Will Longer Trips Be More Popular Than Weekends Away Post-Covid?

Emma Lavelle

2021-05-02T16:00:00+00:00

Here in Europe, jetting off for a long weekend holiday in another country was a common occurrence pre-pandemic. With a whole continent on our doorstep, we took advantage of cheap flights and short travel distances to enjoy fleeting trips that flew by. We could jet off across the English Channel or hop on a train and be in a different country in less than an hour, border hopping to our heart’s content. As we move into the second year of the Covid-19 pandemic, will weekends away ever resume?

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Tags: Travel Holiday COVID-19 Weekend Getaway Travel Planning Zero Carbon Travel Travellers Pandemic Getaway

Why Travelling is Good for Your Mental Health

Emma Lavelle

2020-07-20T18:30:00+00:00

Did you know that travelling is actually good for your mental health? If you’re feeling stressed, anxious or low, a relaxing getaway could be just what you need to recuperate. Whether you need to get out of a rut, take a break from everyday life or perk yourself up, travel is good for the soul. Here are a few reasons why travelling is good for you.

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Tags: Travel Travel Health Information Stay Relaxed Getaway

How to Plan a Slow Getaway

Emma Lavelle

2019-06-18T18:30:00+00:00

Slow travel is gathering momentum, with more and more people looking to slow down the way that they see the world. It’s about quality over quantity—seeing and doing less—but in a more considered way. Read on for our simple guide to help you plan your own slow getaway.

Category: Travel

Tags: Travel Travel Planning Getaway Destinations Travel Guide Transport Accommodation Companion Itinerary Tourists Beach Travellers

Once-in-a-Lifetime Trips to Add to Your Bucket List

Emma Lavelle

2019-03-27T04:50:18+00:00

Some trips take a great deal of time and money to plan, making them seem out of reach for a quick getaway. It’s worth saving up and planning for these adventures, as they are once-in-a-lifetime opportunities that you will remember fondly.

Category: Destination

Tags: Travel Bucket List Adventure Adventure Travel Getaway Recommendations Road Trip Northern Lights Beaches Pacific Lapland Africa Safari Japan Cherry Blossom Europe Peru Landscapes Hiking Mountains Wildlife Galapogos Local Environment Travellers Sustainable Travel

100-Mile Weekends

Emma Lavelle

2018-09-21T18:30:00+00:00

If you’re visiting a far-flung destination for work, chances are that you’re going to want to spend your free time exploring the local area. If you’re lucky enough to be travelling to any of these cities for business, we’ve curated a selection of

Category: Business Destination

Tags: Travel Business Travel Local Experience Toronto China Frankfurt London Niagra Falls Shanghai Chicago Getaway Hiking Swimming Wine Vineyards Gardens National Parks

7 Most Beautiful Tiny Beach Towns in the World

Rebecca Anne Nguyen

2018-09-15T18:30:00+00:00

The world’s best tiny beach towns offer more than just sand and surf. They have a certain charm, historical appeal, or unique sense of character that bigger tourist destinations just can’t seem to maintain. Here are 7 idyllic destinations for beach

Category: Destination

Tags: Beaches Travel Destinations Ocean Vietnam Italy Brazil Greenland Croatia Tunisia Australia Swimming Boating Getaway Surfing Tourists

6 Best Retreats Around The World

Emma Lavelle

2018-07-24T16:00:00+00:00

Retreats have become increasingly popular all around the world allowing you to unplug from everyday life to concentrate on relaxing, creating or rejuvenating. Here are 6 of the best retreats covering yoga & meditation to ceramics & surfing.

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