Diverse Traveller

Responsible Travel

Let’s not get too worthy about it, being responsible doesn’t have to mean boring – it’s about getting a little bit more out of your travels and about putting a little bit back.

Successful volunteering abroad

The best volunteers are those who are not only sensitive to other people's points of view and cultures, but who are also adaptable, flexible and cope well with frustration. Follow these tips and you will be one of them.

The Most Bizarre Interrogation

In Atlanta, U.S.A. with an hour to spare before boarding my connecting flight to Los Angeles, I was not happy to be detained and interrogated by Customs and Immigration.

Destination dune: Following the Kabash Trail

The Moroccan desert is a canvas of contrasts. However, it is the oases and dunes of the south where Donna finds the differences most striking.

'Oh the Places You'll Go' - Bangkok and Dr Seuss

A first timer's impressions of Bangkok, plus tips on getting around.

The Airplane Bore

Thirty thousand feet and three hours into my flight to LA from London, I noticed a middle-aged man doing body pumps at the back of the plane. I ignored him, unfortunately, he did not ignore me.

TRAVEL @ HOME: Morocco - Tips for an Indoor Oasis

If you’ve fallen in love with Moroccan décor, here are some basics for giving your home the Moroccan touch.

TRAVEL @ HOME: Oriental-style Dining Rooms

Oriental-style dining rooms have provided a popular look for style-conscious homeowners. You don’t have to go all out Oriental, but you can integrate some of the elements.

The Heart of Vallarta

Louise found more than she bargained for in the ‘quaint little Mexican fishing village’ of Puerto Vallarta.

Where in the World is El Quelite?

There is a saying in Mexico: You are like the Bishop! This may be something a mother may say to one of her offspring if she only sees him/her only once per year.

TRAVEL @ Home: A Taste of India in your Living Room

Spring is here, and before we know it, we’ll be preparing for our summer holiday. If you can’t wait that long, why not bring some sunshine from India into your living room?

DESTINATION of the MONTH: Package Holidays Made in China

China is one of the biggest nations in the world, yet in terms of tourism it is one of the least travelled by package holiday makers.

JUST FOR FUN: Singing All Over the World

I thought it would be fun to see how many songs I could come up with that featured countries, cities or continents, here’s what I’ve found so far.

TRAVEL @ HOME: A Tuscan Retreat at Home

If you dream of having your own Tuscan retreat without having to up sticks to Italy, we show you how you can introduce the warmth of the Mediterranean through interior design.

TRAVEL TALK: The Perfect Holiday

Leading customer insight specialist, The Listening Company, has undertaken a major research study into the travel industry to reveal the nation’s perfect holiday and the booking habits and preferences of UK travellers.

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: Deeper Travel

There is something romantic about the traveller. Whether it's the bleached blond surfer or the retired couple travelling in France, the traveller belongs, and ebbs and flows with the rhythm of a place. They are enriched by a journey of discovery.

WELLBEING: How Green is Your Spa?

It is important to know whether your spa really is minimising its impact on the environment and providing benefits for the local community.

The 10 Myths About Responsible Travelling

Taking a responsible holiday doesn’t need to be like this. Here we take some of the common myths about responsible travel and expose the truth!

Homes Away from Home

Jane Andrews' family gives a whole new meaning to the term "open house". In the 1970s their 15th century home in Sussex was guest to a group of Ugandan Asians forced into exile by the dictator Idi Amin

Cape Verde – A Well Kept Secret

Just five hours from the UK, Cape Verde is the next HOT destination for home buyers looking for that dream home abroad. Read on to find out why.

Travel @ Home: Transform Your Garden for Summer

With summer finally upon us, and with the credit crunch holding many of us hostage, those of you with gardens should be making the most of them by bringing them up to scratch.

Everything but the kitchen sink?

According to research the average British holidaymaker crams their suitcase full of goods worth £1,572 – almost twice the cost of the actual break.

Japanese Wedding - Standing Out and Fitting In

Hoping not to embrasses her friend, Emma thoroughly prepared for her first Japanese wedding. By the time she leaves England she is sure things will go well, but she hadn't bargained for bad advice and tears.

Twenty Tips for Travelling Overseas

Brenda shares practical travel tips gained (sometims painfully) from over a decade of travelling around the world.

Christmas Around the World

Christmas is celebrated around the world in many different ways. The unique traditions and cultures of different countries gave birth to various styles of celebration.

Seeking the dead in Santa Fe

Harriet joins an entertaining ghost walking tour led by a sufragette, through the streets of Santa Fe.

It's Pleasant 'Up North'!

A trip up the M1 to Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, had more in store for Louise, than tiaras, confetti and new in-laws. But it also offer her a taste for a very different life.

Travel @ Home: Bringing hotel luxury home

Our love of the hotel, from historic to boutique, has resulted in a passion for turning our homes in to approximations of our favourite bolt holes.