“The slight botanical variance is nothing compared to the bewildering variety of imposing ruins, situated in equally varied and beautiful scenery – massive mountains covered with low evergreen, oak and pines surround coastal valleys and loom above rocky shores and sandy beaches,” is Fodor Travel’s description of Peloponnese. The region of Peloponnese in southern Greece
The island of Malta is surrounded by a parameter of beautiful sandy beaches that are perfect for swimming, sunbathing, snorkelling and taking the children. With such a fine choice of beaches on offer providing the very best of what we love about a beach holiday, knowing which one to head to for a day in
With its ancient towns, hive of historical landmarks and stunning architecture, Istria is usually associated with history and architecture enthusiasts and is not usually associated with children. Although if you do happen to be travelling to Istria with the kids in tow this summer, there are more children-orientated activities happening in the region than first
Despite the Guardian likening Kalkan to “the Italian Riviera minus the poseurs”, the Turkish town possesses a rare resistance to mass tourism. The historical Mediterranean harbour town of Kalkan remains a peaceful resort that is unblemished by the effects of tourism. Although this said, Kalkan in providing for the more ‘sophisticated’ of traveller in Turkey,
It might be known as being the ‘millionaires playground’ but the Cote d’Azur is less known for being a ‘children’s playground’. If your holiday on the French Riviera this summer includes children, you may be feeling slightly dubious about where to take them. Well fear no more as Vintage Travel has investigated three great days
Le Marche is one of the greenest and prettiest corners of Italy, which is blessed with kilometre after kilometre of panoramic hillsides, peaceful valleys and quant and quirky villages. Because of its enviable natural beauty and and equally enviable climate – particularly in the summer – you are never far away from a campsite in
Bounties of Bordeaux Wine Cruise- Where else can you enjoy a self-serve wine bar on-board a barge? September may sound like a long way away but if your holiday in Bordeaux extends into September, and you are a lover of French wine, you may be interested in attending the Bounties of Bordeaux Wine Cruise 2011.
New research has uncovered that the best value villa holidays are in Portugal and Spain. According to the Self Catering on a Shoestring Report, which was carried out by the Post office and Meon Villas, Spain and Portugal offers the best value for money in terms of purchasing food and drink from supermarkets on self-catering
According to the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report 2011, Spain is the eighth most competitive tourism destination in the world. The many tourist attractions in Spain would have helped with the excellent ranking. The report studied the economies of 139 countries worldwide paying particular attention to the infrastructure, business environment, as well
The beauty and diversity of Provence is unsurpassable. From rolling hillsides shaded by pine and oak forests, to granite gorges with gushing rivers cradled by fruit orchids, Provence is about as picturesque as it gets and consequently, is a walker’s paradise. If you are thinking about lacing up the hiking boots and heading to Provence
