2351. King of the Mountains: Climbing in Chamonix
October 24, 2016
When it comes to mountaineering, Chamonix is a Mecca for enthusiasts of all standards. Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in Western Europe, and the mountain range it sits in offers a plethora of scenic, thrilling and challenging routes. Alpine climbing is a popular pastime in both the summer and th...
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2352. A Guide to Shopping in Chamonix Mont Blanc
October 24, 2016
"I like my money right where I can see it…hanging in my closet."
These wise words from Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw aren’t far wrong – why work so hard in life if you don’t have anything to show for it? You may be indulging in a luxury winter holiday to the glamorous French res...
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2353. Safe and Stunning Places to Visit in the Middle East
October 21, 2016
Thanks to troubling news reports, terrorist incidents and heart-breaking civil wars, many tourists have chosen to avoid travel in the Middle East in recent years. But while these issues are pressing in some regions, they do not exist everywhere. There are still some areas of the Middle East...
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2354. The Ultimate Holiday Checklist for Backpack Travellers
October 21, 2016
What to take and what not to take – that is the question which plagues most backpackers. If you’re looking for some guidance before you set off on the adventure of a lifetime, you may well find my holiday checklist for packing your trusty backpack particularly useful.
My motto for backpack p...
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2355. It's Never too Late for an Exhilarating African Safari
October 21, 2016
If you ask most people what travelling adventures they have on their bucket list, the African safari is likely to be right up there. But the reality is that many people don’t have the time or the funds to make this amazing journey while they’re young; more and more people are delaying it until their...
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2356. Five Cruise Holiday Destinations You Might Not Have Thought Of
October 21, 2016
A cruise holiday doesn’t have to end up in the Caribbean, Alaska or the Mediterranean; you’d be surprised just how many obscure destinations you can now travel to in the luxurious surroundings of a stylish cruise.
Here’s my guide to some of the best of the lesser-known cruise holiday destina...
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2357. St Lucia's Wildlife: Waiting to Meet You
October 20, 2016
Many people who have made the move to St Lucia were unaware, before they arrived, of the abundance of wildlife supported by the island. Obviously, the stunning island scenery and magnificent beaches with their soft white sands and azure blue waters are what everyone expects when they arrive, but few...
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2358. Marrying Your Loved One at St Lucia: The Romance and Legalities
October 20, 2016
St Lucia has got to be one of the most romantic places in the world in which to make your vows to the one you love. A fabulous climate and an incredible natural beauty are the perfect combination for a dream wedding. Magnificent sunsets, soft white sand and the dramatic ocean rolling in the distance...
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2359. Decorating, Caribbean Style
October 20, 2016
Moving overseas often means a completely new start. It also means that you can begin afresh and embrace a new and unfamiliar culture with open arms. A great way of doing this is to decorate your island home in keeping with the style and features of the local homes and surroundings. Apart fr...
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2360. Your First Traditional Caribbean Christmas
October 20, 2016
For anyone who has just moved to St Lucia or is holidaying on the island over the festive period, you are guaranteed of a magical and memorable time. Although a Caribbean Christmas is different to a UK one in many ways, there are also several similarities. Trying to imagine Santa in the sun might be...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
