Diverse Traveller

Bargain London

They say that trying to find a bargain in London, recently named as the second most expensive city in the world, can be like looking for a needle in a haystack – unless you know where to look, that is.

Top Ten Travel Essentials

Ten essential things helped me get through a year away from home. They worked for Justine. She now shares them with us all.

Snap-happy holidays

Unfortunately, most of us have tales of the terrible holiday pictures we've seen (and taken). So went wrong? Read on for some tips on how to avoid ending up with terrible holiday snaps.

Pack and Go

We all hate packing - we take too much and never wear most of it. Good news, you can wave good-bye to the packing blues, by following packing guru, Jo's top tips.

Travel Go Lightly

Stressed out over what to take and what to leave when travelling? Here are Top 10 essentials to help you travel lightly.

A Touch of Afffordable New Zealand Luxury

A very special place to stay down-under, but Jo implores you not to tell anyone else.

HOTEL REVIEW: Luxury Weekend in Cheltenham and Cirencester

Eliza recommends an old-fashioned city break, and you don't have to go too far from London.

DESTINATION OF the MONTH: Dubai

Dubai, world famous for it’s retail therapy and luxury lifestyle, really has something for everyone.

TravelWise: Travel Safely 101

Personal safety will always be a concern for women travellers, especially when travelling on our own. So here a few tips that will help you be a little more savvy about protecting ourselves, and our belongings:

HOTEL REVIEW: Wildflower Hall, India

If you are looking for an exotic hideaway, then why not follow in the footsteps of alleged party animal Lord Kitchener, and get away from it all, by staying at a modernised Indian Raj hotel – Wildflower Hall.

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: Be a Responsible Tourist

It’s easy to forget that when we travel to foreign countries we are, in fact, ambassadors for the UK.

Spain’s Alternative Accommodation

Spain has the usual selection of modern hotels and hostels, but if you travel off the beaten track you can easily discover many alternative kinds of tourist accommodation.

Blissful Breaks at Britain's Boutique Hotels

In Britain, city-based holidays have taken on a whole new look and feel in recent years, since the conversion of Regency and Edwardian townhouses into delightful boutique hotels.

A Little Language Goes a Long Way

Just buy a good phrase book, smile a lot and apologise for your own stupidity for not being able to speak their language.

TRAVELWISE: Create a travel journal to treasure.

Travel experiences will slowly fade from memory over time, so the best way to keep hold of them is in a travel journal. Read on for tips for creating a travel journal to cherish.

Eight Tips for Rainforest World Music Festival Goers

Attending the Malaysian Rainforest World Music Festival for the first time? Then read festival veteran, Kirsta's tips to ensure you have a good time.

Travel Safety Tips for Women Travellers

We can never be too safe, so here are yet more safety tips particularly relevant for the solo traveller. If you have any of your own share them with us.

USA: A Music Lover’s Dream

Experience the wealth of musical history first-hand with a magical and musical tour across the United States.

The World’s Greatest Train Journeys

Spoil yourself and book a luxurious rail experience, instead of the usual summer beach holiday.

Packing for Backpacking

There are now a wide range of travel products and miniature toiletries available on the high street; so now there’s no excuse for not staying healthy and beautiful whilst on the road.

CITY BREAKS: Vibrant Buenos Aires

Don’t cry for me Argentina. That song, from the musical Evita, perhaps did more than any travelogue to bring this South American country and its colourful capital, Buenos Aires, into the consciousness of today’s travellers.

Avoid Excess Luggage Charges

Ever been caught out at the check-in, if you haven’t you’ll probably know someone who has. It’s becoming more and more common; what should be an exciting start to your long awaited break in the sun, could end up being a very costly experience.

DESTINATION of the MONTH: Belize, Central America

Belize is the ideal destination at which to wile away a couple of lazy weeks in February.

UK: England’s Summer chill-out zones

Britain may not be geared up for hot weather, but there are some pretty cool places in our towns and cities to find a welcome haven from the summer sun.

WELLBEING: Nature’s Holiday Cures

Health-conscious travellers are keenly looking for ways to rid the chemicals present in so many products that surround us.

Valentine breaks around the world

Planning a last-minute Valentine's get-away, then read on to learn how to avoid the hand-in-hand crowds in Venice, Paris or couples-only resorts in the Caribbean.

DESTINATION of the MONTH: Night and Day in Tokyo

Bright city lights and tranquil shrines allow for a harmonious existence of ancient rituals and technological gizmos in Japan’s cultural hub, Tokyo.

WELLBEING: Natural Fragrances Essential Holiday Treats

Aromatherapy is one of the most enjoyable and easy alternative therapies to incorporate into your everyday life, especially travelling. I never travel without Lavender, Lemongrass and Tea Tree essential oils. Read on to find out why.

TRAVEL HEALTH: Travelling Long-haul? Protect Yourself from Malaria

In order to avoid coming home with more than a sun tan and a T-shirt, British holidaymakers are being urged to take steps to protect themselves against malaria while abroad this year.

Dash to Dublin

If you are looking for a city break with a rich blend of tradition, architectural beauty and culture, then Dublin could provide the perfect short break for you.

Packing Tips for Every Woman

Sam shares her packing tips; things she has realised SHOULD be done if you want to get your holiday off to a good start.

TRAVEL @ HOME: The ‘perfect’ family garden

When considering the perfect garden most of us want perfect manicured lawns, pretty, neat flower beds and perhaps a charming water feature. But how useable is a garden where everything has its place? And how much can kids enjoy it?

Top 10 business travel tips

Stop! Before you take off on that business trip read through this useful check-list covers everything from tips to save money to how to avoid stress and stressful situations.

Best Friends Forever - Home and Away

Travelling with friends may seem like a good idea, but this type of holiday can be so fraught with problems that on returning home your friendship is no more. Fortunately, most friendships survive a holiday. How? Read on ...

Relocating the Right Way!

Relocating can be a positive and rewarding experience, if you go about it the right way, says Frances Williams, Editor of ReConnect Africa magazine.

Travel Health Risks

Dr. Jane Wilson-Howarth, 8 Weeks To Go campaign spokesperson, GP and travel health expert answers some frequently asked questions about travel health risks.