We absolutely love how Melia Koh Samui is helping elephants! But there’s a lot more to love about this resort, too By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi The intelligence and sensitivity of elephants has been widely acknowledged. Scientists have proven these…
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Having difficulty shedding pounds? These best weight loss retreats around the world can help! By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi So there you are, sitting at your desk, bored, thinking of biscuits. Or a big, hot gingerbread latte, with extra whipped…
One of these wellness travel trends for 2021 may well change your life… By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi I think we can all agree 2020 was a heck of a year! And that we all need a break. Big time!…
It’s important to choose the best ayahuasca retreats for your health and safety. We’ve been to a few around the world – here are some of the best! By Chere Di Boscio Twenty years ago, ayahuasca (sometimes also called…
Looking for an eco friendly alternative to Dubai, the city of bling? Look no further! By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi For many travellers, Dubai is lots of fun. It’s got 7 star hotels, cars literally plated with gold, and skating…
Saving gorillas with Nature Adventure Africa Safaris saves other animals and jobs, too. In fact, these safaris may well change your life, too! By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi Travel brings many benefits. It can alleviate depression, make you see the…
Ready for the best staycation ever? Check out these three best spots for rafting in the Grand Canyon! By Diane Small Incredible scenery, the echoes of ancient Native American history, and a primal connection to nature are all on…
Thinking of trying this plant medicine? Here’s what happened when I took Ayahuasca at Avalon.love By Pierre Berthelot When you think of what Ayahuasca retreats look like, you probably imagine sweaty Amazonian huts in the middle of the jungle.…
Think you need to hike with a backpack to enjoy Peru? Nope! We’ve discovered Peru for luxury lovers By Chere Di Boscio I remember hearing their stories. Friends returned from the Sacred Valley in Peru exuberant; cheeks flushed with…
Stuck for holiday ideas this year? Why not consider these 10 American cities to see by train? By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi It’s a bit frustrating that airlines aren’t flying to all their full destinations right now, and for Americans,…
In Europe and looking for a staycation this year? Here are the best UK beaches to visit this summer! By Lora O’Brien When you think of the beach, images of golden sands, palm trees and tropical breezes may come…
Looking to socially distance a bit this holiday? Try one of these sustainable luxury Ibiza villas! By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi There can be little doubt that in Europe, anyway, Ibiza is the number one destination for fun by the…
Looking for a vegan vacation? It doesn’t get better than Powered by Plants at Gili Lankanfushi! By Chere Di Boscio The truth is, it can be hard for vegans to take holidays that align with their values. We’re often…
These sustainable camping essentials are easy on the planet, and make any nature outing more enjoyable! By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi Now that the high humidity and bugs have started to wane, there’s no better time than now to plan…
Our best ethical travel tips will make you a more sustainable – and likeable – tourist! By Diane Small Travelling and heading out on holiday are two very different types of trips. The traveller is a keen explorer who…
Dying for a holiday? Love wildlife? We’ve found five virtual animal safaris you can enjoy from home! By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi The crazy times we are living in have warped our normal lives. Our freedoms have been greatly restricted,…
Really, really want to get away from it all? Try visiting one of world’s most remote islands! By Lora O’Brien It seems the modern world can be overwhelmingly hectic for many of us. Whether you’re dodging germs on the…
My wife thought I was crazy to visit Antarctica. And maybe I was…. By Stuart Dornfield Let me be clear from the outset. My wife, Karyn, is not from the travelers’ tribe. Don’t get me wrong: over the years…
By Chere Di Boscio As with buying a house, one of the first things you should consider for a wonderful holiday is, of course, location, location, location. A beautiful hotel in the wrong part of town can not only…
Looking to get fitter and better on holiday? Health and wellness at the Four Seasons Costa Rica is unrivalled! By Chere Di Boscio We had been driving for a long, long while, through rivers, rainforests and mud. Coming up…
No matter what time of year, you can revive and rejuvenate yourself with one of these luxury wellness holidays By Chere Di Boscio Have you resolved to take better care of yourself this year? Eat better? Exercise more? There…
By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi There are lots of things we associate with England: cups of tea, football, the royal family, pop music and theatre, for example. But rarely do we consider the nature of the British Islands, and that’s…
The rustic luxury at Latitude 10 in Costa Rica isn’t like the kind of luxury you’ll experience anywhere else… By Chere Di Boscio With demand for sustainable tourism growing year on year, it’s no surprise that lots of hotels…