Coach of the ‘Miss Universe’ contest, “Stay always in shape in an airplane!”

Tips for airplane travel: Summer is here and the long-awaited vacation time for travel too. I’m sure many of you will travel by plane this summer and, therefore, will spend maybe even a day or more in the airport waiting area and airplane. All Inclusive HolidaysSo, here  are some great tips for airplane travel from Inés … Read more

What to do in and around York, UK

CASTLE HOWARD: This spectacular 18-century palace just 15 miles from York is packed with treasures assembled by generations of Howards. The grounds feature lakes, temples and monuments. It was the fictinal Brideshead for both the 1981 TV and 2008 film adaptions of Evelyn Waught’s Brideshead Revisited. Book Now and Save at hotels.com HISTORIC TOILET TOUR: … Read more

The UK’s great green breaks

Save the planet – and the budget – with great green country breaks. Discover where to pedal or paddle, sail or hike, or snuggle up in a yurt or eco-cabin. TRADE WORK FOR FOOD Across the UK Ever gazed at a field from a train and felt you’d like to be out there, sleeves rolled … Read more

France: Fit For a King

France: Fit For a King

France: Fit For a King Plans are underway to transform part of the Palais de Versailles into a luxury hotel. Hotels in France The project is the first in what could be a string of developments within France’s national monuments in a bid to raise funds for continued conservation. The move comes following a government report … Read more

OMG, I forgot to plan a vacation

Planning a last-minute vacation Everyone’s buzzing about the summer plans they made… in February. You remain silent (and scream inside). But it’s OK – just pretend you held off on purpose, because planning a trip late is the best way to find deals! First, think beyond Disney Remember, it’s summertime not only for your family … Read more

VINTAGE TREASURES LUGGAGE

vintage treasures luggage

  In our world of delayed trains and budget airlines, it’s easy to forget that travel was once a glamorous business. During the golden age of steam – which dawned towards the end of the 19th century – taking a trip was an event to be savored and looking the part was vital. Every self-respecting passenger boarding … Read more