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Gems of Gozo: The beautifully serene Mediterranean escape just 6km north of Malta.
Gozo lies 6 kilometres northwest of Malta and is a very special island with lots of hidden gems. The island has its own pace of life, it’s very serene, peaceful, very low key, relaxed and not too busy unlike Malta which is very busy during July. From the minute you...
Tantalising trips: The best summer destinations in Europe of 2019
With summer upon us and heatwaves bathing most of Europe in gorgeous sun, holidays to suit all budgets and tastes are being pushed online with many offering Special Holiday Deals. This is great if you’re looking for a break at a great price. Now is the time to grab a...
Back to Blighty: Moving back to the UK after living abroad
Inflated property prices are a barrier to expats wanting to return the UK, but buying is not the best or only option. Many people decide they want to retire abroad. It’s estimated that of the 1.3 million Brits living in other European countries, around 20% are...
Wild at heart? Experience the awe and magic of an African safari
Safari means ‘long journey’ in Swahili. Today, safari-goers can bypass the arduous up-country trek of yesteryear and be deep in the African bush within 24 hours of Heathrow. Nonetheless, that earlier, romanticised era of Blixen and Hemingway retains its allure. So,...
Holiday hole-in-one: Top tips for a golfing holiday to remember
With so many top courses to choose from, booking your first ever golfing holiday can be a little overwhelming. Here are some essential tips. In an age when we work longer hours than ever, it is vitally important to secure some real down time to rest, relax and spend a...
Hola España! How to move to Spain and the best places to live
Amidst the Brexit confusion, more and more people are looking to move abroad before the deadline hits. If you fancy joining over 300,000 Brits that call Spain home, then there are a number of factors you need to take into account. N.I.E. Before you do anything in...
Bustling Barcelona! We visit the cosmopolitan capital of Catalonia
Barcelona, the cosmopolitan capital of Spain’s Catalonia region, is known for its art and architecture. The fantastical Sagrada Família church and other modernist landmarks designed by Antoni Gaudí dot the city. We bring you the best places Barcelona has to offer!...
On the piste! The Top 10 ski resorts in the world voted in 2018
What does a resort have to be to be included in the World’s top ten? What exactly makes one resort stand out above others? Well it’s not simply miles of pistes, or expensive hotels, although that may be important to some; nor is it just high-speed heated lifts and...
Out with the new, in with the old: Step back in time and discover the delights of Old Dubai
Dubai is well known for its magnificent and luxurious high-rise buildings and its state of the art malls, but to discover the real Dubai, and to understand why it has prospered, go to Old Dubai. Historically, Dubai Creek divided the city into two main sections...
Time to travel: 5 eye catching locations to visit after retirement
Retirement offers you the opportunity to experience more of life than ever before; it’s no excuse to slow down. Enquire about that lens replacement surgery for clear vision, and travel the world to visit the places you have always wanted to see. China Not only...
The Meerkat OAP: Redefining the Real Marigold Hotel concept.
Few people would consider retiring to the remote inferno of the Kalahari, most prefer a cosy McCarthy & Stone apartment within walking distance of Waitrose. But 78 year-old Professor Anne Rasa is redefining the Real Marigold Hotel concept. Approaching...
Spooky sights! The scariest places to celebrate Halloween
Halloween is celebrated throughout the world, with different traditions, names and beliefs. While typical Halloween activities include trick-or-treating and costume parties, there are a few places around the world where Halloween is so much more than that. From...