"Where locals go" is our new series featuring under-the-radar holiday destinations that are often overlooked by visitors but cherished by locals. In this edition, our Ireland experts showcase their favorite holiday spots at home. With its dramatic landscapes, vibrant cities and rich heritage, Ireland inspires all sorts of adventures. But away from the world-renowned Cliffs of…
Despite its myriad attractions, England is a fairly compact country with decent roads and a wide rail network so getting around isn't difficult, no matter what the season. The first big decision when visiting England is whether to travel by private car or use the extensive public transportation system. Having your own car means you can…
Enchanting parks, playgrounds and special attractions specifically designed to delight and entertain children of all ages make Paris a wonderfully family-friendly destination. Venues across the city cater to les enfants (children) with workshops, exhibitions, and many restaurants have kids’ menus. This four- to seven-day itinerary highlights the best Paris has to offer for families. In…
Paris fulfills every expectation as the “City of Love.” Strolling along its broad and picturesque backstreets, lounging in its elegantly laid out formal gardens, contemplating artistic masterpieces in its museums, and lingering after sunset on lamp-lit bridges to watch the Eiffel Tower sparkle on the hour as illuminated monuments reflect on the Seine, it’s impossible…
Paris is a fantastic city to explore as a solo traveler. Its village-like neighborhoods and boulevards studded with iconic monuments, museums and shops, and city culture that moves from quiet cafe time to buzzing nightlife make it perfect for urban strolling. And as one of the world’s most visited cities, it’s well set up with…
With glacier-hewn fjords and deep green forests to gaze upon, traveling around Norway is an arresting experience however you choose to do it. Served by a combination of state-wide, private and municipal companies, Norway’s transportation network is extensive and efficient. And although journeys can be long, services across the board are usually very comfortable. You…
Like most countries in the Schengen area, Norway is easy to travel to if you’re from a country within the EU or EEA. If you live elsewhere, your dream trip to the land of the fjords, Vikings and northern lights could take a little more planning and may require a tourist visa. Here's everything you…
Thanks to the Netherlands' compact size and superb transport links, visitors to Amsterdam are spoiled for day trip choices that complement a city break in the Dutch capital. Encompassing everything from Den Haag's standout museums, Zandvoort's sandy beaches, and Zaanse Schans' working windmills, these are six of the best day trips within an hour of Amsterdam.…
Paula Hotti explains how a train journey through Uzbekistan offers a wonderful way to discover the ancient Silk Road. As I sit in the refreshingly cool Urgench railway station, ready to start my Silk Road train journey in Uzbekistan, a woman holding a sweeping brush approaches. Despite the language barrier, her purpose is clear: to…
Making big waves in the Australian culinary scene, UK-born Chef Nelly Robinson is ready to join the culinary team at InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort this September. The luxury resort in…