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Flying High in New Zealand

Putting my life on the line, I find myself admiring the New Zealand landscape from 12,000 feet above ground.

The Double Life

For those of us who craving a drifter’s life.

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.

Thirty Feet Under!

While exploring the underwater world of the Maldives, Jacky encounters a few difficulties....

Travel Buy the Book: Review of The Bone Man of Benares

Tarnoff takes the reader on a rollercoaster ride, switching dizzyingly through the various themes of looking for a meaningful life, living in the moment and escaping the past during his trip around Europe, Africa and Asia.

A Touch of Afffordable New Zealand Luxury

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

Travel buy the Book: Review of Dancing at the Dead Sea

Does the human race have a death wish? One hundred and fifty years after the publication of On the Origin of Species, award-winning writer Alana Mitchell picks up where Darwin left off.

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.

Have Resolutions, Will Travel

However, if you are stuck for ideas for your New Year travel resolutions, perhaps this poem by Lena Hunt Mabra will provide some much needed inspiration.

TRAVEL KITCHEN: Hot Chocolate With a Difference

See off the cold with these delicious hot chocolate recipes.

WELLBEING: Fit For the Beach

Many of us have a busy lifestyle that leaves little time to work on achieving our ideal beach figure; so here are a few tips to help you squeeze excercise into your hectic day.

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.

WELLBEING: Spa at Home

Whether you are going on holiday or relaxing at home, Jenny shares with us how to use natural products to refresh our weary bodies.

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.

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.

TRAVEL KITCHEN: Nothing Says “I Love You” Like Chocolate Mousse

Banish all thoughts of dieting and use St. Valentine's day to indulge in some of your favourite treats. Show how much you care by preparing a homemade chocolate surprise for your loved one (or yourself).

TRAVEL TALK: Going Places with Mates

Once and activity reserved for stag and hen weekends, now around 8.6 million adults go away with the boys or girls every year.

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.

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: Make Sure the Bugs Don’t Bite!

The American Academy of Paediatrics recommends the following tips to avoid insect bites and stings, whether you are enjoying a day in the outdoors or are on holiday.

From Huddersfield to Greenland

At aged 18, Holly left the familiarity of her home in Huddersfield to volunteer on a WorldWide Volunteering expedition to Disko Island Greenland.

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

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.

WELLBEING: Walk Your Way to Fitness

You don’t need a lot of money, expensive gym membership or fancy equipment to start getting fit and losing weight. In fact you don’t even need that much time to spare – just open your front door and start walking.

TRAVEL KITCHEN: Summery Lemon Tart

What better way to wind down on a hot summer day, in your spruced up garden, than with a refreshing, cool lemon tart.

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.

TRAVEL KITCHEN: Seasonal Autumn Fare

The onset of autumn might mean chillier weather and shorter evenings but on the plus side there is some great seasonal food to be had, from bonfire night toffee apples to roasted chestnuts and jacket potatoes.

TRAVEL KITCHEN: Autumn Wines for Seasonal Roasts

With summer out of the picture – not that it ever really got going – it’s time to box away your bottles of sauvignon blanc and get ready for a change in season. Autumn, with its hearty and flavourful seasonal dishes and roasts, demands a different kind of wine.