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Posted by Michael Jerrard on 6:21 pm in Blog, Budget Travel, Bulgaria, Family Travel, Luxury Lifestyle | 0 comments
Fancy a European ski holiday? No doubt you’re trying to decide between France, Switzerland, or Austria. While these destinations have earned their reputation for world-class ski resorts, and unforgettable mountain experiences, they have also become increasingly expensive, crowded, and nearly impossible to enjoy on a tight budget. What if we told you there was another option. Hidden further east is a winter destination that often flies under the radar. Bulgaria may not have the Alps, but its snow-covered mountains, modern ski resorts, and much more affordable prices make it one of Europe’s most underrated ski holidays. Experience the magic of a European winter getaway without the premium price tag. If you’re willing to look beyond the usual top ski spots, Bulgaria offers a refreshing alternative where winter skiing and value come together.
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Posted by Michael Jerrard on 3:45 pm in Adventure Travel, Blog, Luxury Lifestyle | 0 comments
Island holidays have a way of slowing life down, making them the perfect escape from normal hectic everyday life. Surrounding yourself with water has the ability to break you free from monotonous routines we often get ourselves in. While you may associate island vacations with little more than beaches and sunshine, the reality is often far more exciting. Some offer dramatic volcanic landscapes and scenic hiking trails, others are home to centuries-old villages, unique wildlife, delicious cuisine, or traditions that have remained largely unchanged for generations. Whether you’re looking for adventure, culture, nature or simply a chance to switch off, islands often bring together experiences that are surprisingly diverse within a relatively small area. From their slower pace of life to the unforgettable landscapes and experiences they offer, there’s a million reasons so many travellers return to islands time and again.
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Posted by Michael Jerrard on 12:53 pm in Adventure Travel, Blog, Eco Tourism, Malta | 0 comments
Imagine swimming through an 80-metre natural tunnel carved through solid limestone, watching the darkness slowly give way to the vivid blue of the Mediterranean as you emerge into the open sea. It’s an unforgettable experience and exactly why the Inland Sea is considered one of Gozo’s most iconic dive sites. Consistently ranked among the Mediterranean’s finest shore dives, it combines dramatic underwater scenery with abundant marine life and a sense of adventure that’s difficult to match. This guide gives you everything you need to plan and execute a safe and memorable Inland Sea dive, including route options, marine life highlights, safety protocols, and insider tips most briefings skip.
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Posted by Meg Jerrard on 11:46 am in App Reviews, Blog, Reviews, Technology | 0 comments
I’ve spent almost two decades travelling the world. I’ve wandered through markets where I couldn’t read a single sign, shared meals with families who spoke no English, crashed weddings, and navigated everything with little more than a smile, a handful of local phrases, and a willingness to look completely ridiculous while trying. Travel has taught me that people are generally kind when you make an effort. But it has also taught me that language is still the biggest barrier between being a tourist and genuinely connecting with people. Ironically, despite travelling to more than 100 countries, I still only speak one language fluently.
Don’t get me wrong, I’ve used probably every language learning app under the sun. But like many of us, I never found a way of learning that actually stuck. Technology has made travel easier than ever before, and apps like Google Translate give us enough to get by. But I’ve never found an actual shortcut to learning a language. That’s not because the apps are bad, but because language learning is ultimately about communicating with another person. Once I realised that, I stopped looking for the smartest app and started looking for an actual tutor.
Preply is an online platform that connects you with one-on-one tutors across more than 90 languages, allowing lessons to be tailored to your goals, pace and learning style. And I’m excited to announce that I have started learning Spanish with Zoe!
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Posted by Meg Jerrard on 3:53 pm in Blog | 0 comments
Whether you’re heading off on a long-term adventure, working remotely from an Airbnb, or returning home after months overseas, plumbing problems have a way of appearing at the worst possible time. While some issues can be solved with a quick DIY fix, others require professional attention before they turn into costly repairs.
From clogged drains to malfunctioning water heaters, it’s important to understand the signs that indicate a need for expert intervention, and address them properly before you leave home on a trip, where you’re leaving the house unattended (pro tip, I always turn my water mains off when I’m packing down the house before leaving for a week or more, regardless of whether or not someone is checking on the house for me).
This article explores the top five plumbing issues that necessitate calling a professional before you go.
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Posted by Michael Jerrard on 12:13 pm in Adventure Travel, Blog, Botswana, Eco Tourism, Expeditions, Kenya, Luxury Lifestyle, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda | 0 comments
A luxury African safari offers so much more than a holiday and becomes one of those rare journeys that manages to feel both wildly adventurous and deeply indulgent at the same time. It blends the rugged untamed beauty of Africa and its seemingly endless wildlife with all the comforts you could ask for. Whether you’re tracking gorillas through the cloud forests of Rwanda or Uganda, or watching lions roam the Serengeti plains, there are safaris where you can be assured of exceptional service, beautiful accommodation, gourmet dining under the stars, and expertly guided encounters that bring you up close and personal with nature without sacrificing comfort. Let’s explore what sets a high-end safari apart, the best destinations for the most unforgettable experience, and everything you need to know before planning your own African safari adventure.
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Posted by Meg Jerrard on 10:26 pm in Blog, Expeditions, World | 0 comments
We’re all exhausted. Between endless emails, back-to-back meetings, and that constant ping of notifications, sometimes you just want to throw your phone in a drawer and disappear somewhere peaceful.
I’ve been there. That moment when you realize you haven’t truly relaxed in months, maybe years. You know what I’m talking about–real relaxation, not just scrolling through Netflix while your brain still races with tomorrow’s to-do list.
Some places just have this magic ability to slow you down. I’m talking about destinations that don’t just promise relaxation–they practically force it on you in the best possible way. After way too much research (and maybe a little personal experience), I’ve narrowed it down to seven spots that’ll actually help you remember what it feels like to breathe again.
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Posted by Michael Jerrard on 9:15 am in Accommodation, Blog, Family Travel, Italy, Luxury Lifestyle | 0 comments
Tucked between Italy and Austria, the alpine region of South Tyrol is a small, autonomous province in northern Italy that often gets overlooked for Italy’s more famous travel destinations such as Rome, Venice, or Florence. Here, you’ll find a rather noticeable Austrian cultural influence when it comes to the local language, food, and architecture. Collectively, it all feels like a place that quietly ignored borders and built its own identity instead. Austrian efficiency meets Italian warmth, you could say. You’ll hear German spoken as often as Italian, surprisingly eat some of the best food in the country, and find a culture that blends mountain tradition with understated sophistication. But what really sets South Tyrol apart isn’t just its scenery which includes the mighty Dolomites rising above vineyard-covered valleys, but more importantly it’s how you experience it, and that starts with where you choose to stay.
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Posted by Meg Jerrard on 11:56 pm in Blog | 0 comments
A common myth is that the Camino de Santiago is a single trail. It’s instead a sprawling network of ancient routes that go across Europe, all converging at the tomb of St. James in Santiago de Compostela (not all roads lead to Rome).
Because the network is so expansive due to pilgrims coming from all across the continent, understanding the terrain and requirements of each path is important.
Crossing the Pyrenees and walking along the Atlantic coast are two very different experiences, and they require their own preparations.
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Posted by Michael Jerrard on 1:10 am in Blog, Eco Tourism, Travel Tips | 0 comments
With everyone leaning towards eco-friendly practices, more travellers are also becoming conscious about their impact on the environment. This is especially true when renting cars while travelling. In line with eco-friendly efforts, many travellers are opting for cleaner ways to get around, whether it’s simple city stays or adventurous journeys to remote destinations. That said, the two solutions most Earth-loving travellers end up deciding between include electric car rental and shared mobility services. Let’s dive deeper into these two approaches and how each may assist our collective efforts for a cleaner planet.
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