4 July, 2018
Porto from the river Douro

What’s there to do in Gondomar?

Gondomar is a municipality, situated to the east of Porto, in northern Portugal. This sizeable region runs along the bank of the River Douro, where river beaches, framed by woodland, provide the perfect spot for a summertime picnic.

25 June, 2018
Lanzarote Guatiza cactus garden windmill

Exploring the village of Guatiza on Lanzarote

The beautiful island of Lanzarote is awash with interesting and picturesque villages and towns steeped in history, culture and tradition. One charming village in the north of Lanzarote is Guatiza, a small and tranquil settlement, most famed for its Cactus Garden.

20 June, 2018
Hiring a car

Tips for hiring cars abroad

Spending hours in a car hire queue at the airport only to be forced to pay surplus amounts of money on insurance and other ‘extras’, is one part of our holiday we don’t look forward to. Whilst there is little we can do to make car hire abroad completely headache-free, there are several strategies to

1 June, 2018
Casa da Areia, Olhos d’Agua

Looking for top quality accommodation in the Algarve? Check out these three Vintage Travel villas…

With mile-upon-mile of long sandy beaches backed by a dramatic cliff-lined coast, scattered with traditional towns and villages bursting with authentic charm and heritage, not to mention seafood-heavy cuisine served in many a Michelin-starred restaurant, it’s not difficult to understand why the Algarve has long been a tourist magnet.

23 May, 2018
Pesaro, Italy

What’s there to see in Italy’s Pesaro?

The bustling town of Pesaro on Italy’s Adriatic coast is awash with attractions and sightseeing opportunities. With medieval architecture, breath-taking basilicas and iconic fountains, simply meandering round Pesaro’s streets is an experience in itself.