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Christmas in Paris

Christmas always seems to be a big problem when you have a partner. Normally two months before Christmas the inevitable question is asked, “Where are we going for Christmas, yours or mine?” It’s always a hard call, my now wife and I often find ourselves in a tricky situation as I’m English and she’s Irish so we can’t please everyone…

Posted on: December 11th in Destinations, Europe, Seasonal Travel, Travel by Scott Balaam.

Travel photo of the week: West Pier at dusk, Brighton

A flock of Starlings over Brighton’s iconic West Pier at dusk. Brighton is one of the most colourful and vibrant cities in Europe. It is a fun, bohemian and compact tourist destination that attracts around 8 million visitors a year…

Posted on: November 29th in Travel, Travel Photography, UK by Graham.

A guide to the best Christmas Markets in Europe

If you are yearning for all things festive then take a look at our guide to some of the best European Christmas markets. Europe has a wide range of Christmas markets so whether you are hankering after the ultimate Christmas tree topper or have just developed a strong liking for mulled wine and Christmas cake you are sure to find something here to your taste. Christmas markets offer many goods at discounted prices in December so shop around for the [...]

Posted on: November 4th in Destinations, Europe, Travel Ideas by Becky.

Top 10 Christmas shopping destinations in the UK

Unless you are escaping to a desert island for the whole of December, Christmas shopping is pretty much unavoidable but if your local shops just aren’t going to cut it this year (and you don’t want to rely on the post!), then why not use our guide to head out to the best shopping locations in the UK? Pre-Christmas sales are not uncommon now so search around for some real bargains…

Posted on: November 1st in Destinations, Travel, Travel Ideas, Travel Tips, UK by Becky.