Wellies at the ready: it's nearly festival season. Here in the United Kingdom, we have some of the best annual events across the globe: Glastonbury and T in the Park draw thousands of international tourists. Yet with publicity comes popularity; acclaim leads to throngs of crowds. If you'd rather forgo...

There is something magical about riding a wave. It's that feeling of walking on air, adrenaline pumping, and yet somehow completely peaceful. Once you've done it once you understand why it's so addictive. What makes the experience all the more amazing is that every wave is different and each surf...

As I sit typing on my laptop, I'm aware of an irresistible urge: to check my emails; check social networking sites; check whether there's been any update since I last checked five minutes ago! The thing is, I'm not crazy about technology, but if you're anything like me, you'll know it's easier...

Do you ever have the urge to pack your bags and explore the world after you've watched a good film? Most of my favourite films have been set in exotic locations or based on crazy travel adventures. Something about these foreign backdrops seems to trigger this itch to have an...

Most articles touting the excellence of spring time travel cite affordability as their main reason for doing so. While cheaper prices certainly tempt us into holidaying a little earlier than usual, there are myriad of better reasons to jet off during these months of plenty: an absence of crowds makes...

Written by Kerryn du Plessis, a travel writer for HomeAway

From the time I was a little girl, I had great aspirations of working in the travel industry. I used to spend hours studying an atlas, learning everything I could. When I was 12 years old I could tell...

I have an addiction to chocolate. If there really were meetings for chocoholics I would probably have to sign up and get some help for this problem, it's that serious. Instead, I choose to incorporate my addiction into my holiday plans. The world is full of fantastic chocolate-producing destinations; my...

Sometimes it's perfectly agreeable to jet off to the Costa del Sol, or book a last-minute break to one of the Balearics' best-known party spots. But there comes a time when everyone seeks something that little bit different: a fortnight in unfamiliar territory, or a short stay in an exotic...

Holiday envy. If we're honest I'm sure we can all admit to experiencing this at least once in our lives. Not too long ago I was sitting in a restaurant looking at a friend's gorgeous holiday photos. As delightful as my friend is, hearing her gush about all the details...

With each sunny - but snow-laden - morning we greet, we know that Spring will soon be rolling round. Shops are already filled with chocolate eggs and Easter bunnies, and (hopefully!) most of us will enjoy the bank holidays of Good Friday, falling on 29 March, and Easter Monday, which...

Jawaharial Nehru once said "We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open". It's no wonder the words "travel" and "photography" fit so well together. The...

Do you know how many proposals take place atop the Eiffel Tower every 14 February? No, neither do we, but we can guarantee it's a pretty popular place and time to pop the question. You see, Paris may be the 'City of Love' and Venice the 'Bride of the Sea',...

January is the time of year that many travellers make their summer holiday plans. So if you're one of those travellers who plan on booking your summer holiday in the next few weeks, here are five amazing summer holiday destinations you may want to keep in mind.

An affordable...

Across Europe snow has already fallen and Ski conditions are ideal. The Mountains are becoming playgrounds for skiing, snowboarding and tobogganing. Now is the perfect time to book your winter trip and join in the fun.

Wondering where to go and what will suit your needs best? Our infographic is...