‘What you have to understand,’ a fellow guest says to me, ‘is that Oman is the Scotland of the Middle East.’ We are on the Jabal Akhdar with vultures circling around us. The view below is a vast canyon of steep precipices and gorges mixed in with tiny villages clinging to the cliff side, surrounded … Read more
Prices have fallen by up to 23 per cent in popular European cities, a new study has revealed. Post Office Travel Money said that this is partly because sterling remains much stronger than in spring 2018, but also because of price cuts across much of Europe. It found in a review of 48 destinations that … Read more
The world’s best cruises have been revealed by those who love holidays on the water. Cruise Critic, a leading cruise review site, has revealed the winners of its 2019 Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Awards – after looking at 350,000 user reviews from the UK, U.S. and Australia, covering 700 cruise ships. Awards were handed out … Read more
Spain’s Costa del Sol is set to get a brand new £515million shopping complex that will also feature two hotels, a concert venue and a circus The 175,000 square metre development will be built close to Torremolinos if it receives planning permission Development will feature a range of shops as well as 70 restaurants, two … Read more
Fidel Castro gestures during a speech during a demonstration in front of the US Interests Section in Havana, Cuba Fidel Castro was born on August 13, 1926, attending Catholic schools before graduating from the University of Havana with a degree in law. Two years later, he ran for election to the Cuban House of Representatives, … Read more
From sweeping desert sands to ancient settlements, these breathtaking drone shots lift the lid on Saudi Arabia’s varied landscape. French photographer Eric Lafforgue ventured to the country last December and hired a knowledgeable local guide so that he could go to more remote areas with no tourists in sight. Summing up what he saw in three … Read more
Menorca springs into life: Make the most of this magical island before the crowds arrive Spring in Menorca means lower prices, quiet beaches and empty restaurants The Balearic Island also makes cheese, wine, sobrasada and a refreshing gin Alternate between sampling local produce with cooling Mediterranean swims By Libby Galvin for the Daily Mail Published: 08:14 … Read more
A slick new super yacht completely powered by solar power has been unveiled – meaning its owner never needs to refuel ever again. The Silent 80 travels in ‘pure silence’ as it cruises across the sea using the same batteries that power Tesla electric cars. The £4 million vessel – which can accommodate up to ten … Read more
Step inside the £15k-a-night Coco Chanel suite at the Ritz Paris, where the fashion designer decorated her own room and lived for 34 years Coco Chanel once called the Ritz Paris hotel ‘my home’ and she ended up staying there for 34 years Today the Ritz on the Place Vendôme has a two-bedroom, two-bathroom suite … Read more
Inside the world’s fastest six-seater private jet which costs £3.98m and was inspired by the shape of a high heeled shoe The HondaJet Elite is now being delivered to customers globally after being unveiled last May Customers can chose from three colours, designed to ‘increase ramp appeal and turn heads’ The plane features a belt on … Read more
If you want to get a taste of luxury island living, then scroll down now. Turtle Tail Estate is a rentable home complex on Providenciales in Turks and Caicos, complete with seven bedrooms, a 13-seat cinema, a 500-bottle wine cellar, games room, gym, tennis court and impressive infinity pool. But those who wish to book … Read more
Haggling is alien to many of us. Frankly, it used to make Thomas W. Hodgkinson curl up with embarrshow assment. But when he haggled his way around five major cities, he learned you can negotiate over almost anything, from taxi rides to accommodation. A fixed price is rare and there’s nothing like reaching a compromise … Read more
Most visitors to the United Arab Emirates go to enjoy the glitzy hotels, round-the-year sun and glamorous nightlife. But only yards away from the holidaymakers, there is a major campaign in progress to try and protect one of the planet’s most endangered marine species. At the Burj Al Arab Jumeirah hotel, with its iconic sail-shaped … Read more