It’s definitely a thing: You can do a family vacation which is also an active holiday. A surprising number of tour companies put together great itineraries, virtually anywhere in the world, geared to families with kids as young as 3. (Yes, 3.) It’s a great way to see the world in the company of not […]
It’s easy to think of Japan in terms of serene geishas and gracious tea ceremonies. But the Land of the Rising Sun is actually a great destination too for the active traveller. Yes, it’s a country of perfectionism and organization, of technology and conformity, but it’s also great for cycling, hiking and walking holidays. And […]
In the past 50 years or so, train travel in North America has been somewhat lost compared to air travel. But it’s nice to see that more Canadians are coming around to the joys and conveniences of travelling by train. For one reason it seems a lot less stressful than air travel which can involve […]
To be a guest of the world-famous Spice Island Beach Resort is to live in elegant luxury on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The sprawling eight acre property is located just 10 minutes from the airport on world-famous Grand Anse Beach. Owned and operated by Sir Royston Hopkin, K.C.M.G. and family, […]
Active holidays are a great option for the single traveller: not only are they a great way to meet like-minded people, the small group (usually maximum 15) makes it ideal for anyone looking for the companionship and security of a group with a leader – and every evening seems like a dinner party. These reasons […]
The Joys of Morocco We like to think of Morocco as adventure-lite: a bit exotic, with its chaotic cities where the locals dress traditionally or in the latest European fashions; the food, particularly the famous Moroccan specialty tajine (a type of spicy stew) is different but not too much so; and the culture has its […]