Archive for August, 2011

How to be a green traveller

The choices for the traveller with an eco-conscience have never been greater with green hotels and tours popping up all the time. But there are lots of things the green traveller can do at home before they even embark on that sustainable holiday to Sydney or even Thailand. As protecting the environment has come to [...]

The music of New Orleans

A holiday in New Orleans will satisfy music connoisseurs the world over, being recognised as the birthplace of jazz and forming many distinctive genres that have changed the face of music across the globe; rhythm and blues, funk and bounce music all started in ‘The City That Care Forgot.’ Festivals Renowned festivals await you after [...]

Leaning Tower of Pisa

Although designed to be perfectly vertical, during the construction period, the Tower of Pisa developed its most significant feature, its lean angle and it has now become one of the most recognisable landmarks in the world. Field of miracles The Tower stands 60 meters high and is one of four buildings which make up the [...]

Cologne Cathedral

The gothic Cathedral that stands as a famous landmark in Cologne today was built after the original structure was burnt down in 1248 and took over 600 years to construct. The foundations were laid in 1248 but the Cathedral was not completed until 1880 after various interruptions to construction. During World War II, the building [...]

Best of British – the best of British holiday hotspots

If you are looking for a budget summer holiday, then why not stay at home? Britain has some of the best family holiday locations in Europe with a range of cities and destinations that can satisfy any type of family. City break With so many things to see and do, why not try a weekend [...]

UK theme parks

The UK’s theme parks offer extreme thrills, spills and chills for adrenalin junkies or simply a great family day out. Thorpe Park, Chessington World of Adventures, Alton Towers and Legoland are among the best activities in the UK. Thorpe Park Thorpe Park in leafy Surrey boasts the UK’s most extreme rollercoasters. The park’s most iconic [...]

The Eiffel Tower

Standing a staggering 324 metres tall and instantly recognisable is the iconic Eiffel Tower, designed by Gustave Eiffel and built in 1889 as the gateway to the World’s Fair. No holiday in Paris is complete without a visit to the tower that has come to symbolise the whole of France. Visiting the Eiffel Tower More [...]

The Forbidden City

Built in 1406 to 1420 the Forbidden City was the seat of imperial power starting with the Ming Dynasty through to the Qing Dynasty, encompassing nearly 500 years. The sprawling city has 980 buildings of traditional Chinese architecture lies at the heart of Beijing and anyone who was anyone in imperial China lived here. Thankfully [...]

Sydney Opera House

The Sydney Opera House has become a beacon of Australia and a world famous landmark with its late modern architectural design set against the beautiful Sydney Harbour. Its status as one of the premier Performing Arts centres in the world make it a must see for anyone visiting Sydney. Inception It was conceived by the [...]

Ponte Vecchio Florence

Exploring the medieval wonder, that is the Ponte Vecchio, will open your eyes to some of Italy’s history during a weekend Florence. The bridge lies across the Arno River and is noted for its strip of shops. Custom-made jewellery Although in the 13th century the stores were limited to butchers and fishmongers, today it is [...]