Amsterdam – the capital of the Netherlands – is one of those unique cities that are made up of different personas; it is almost like a split-personality city. It has its cheeky and fun side and then its more sophisticated, calm side. Both can make for an immensely fulfilling holiday or you can combine the two for a multi-layered experience. That’s the beauty of Amsterdam;…

Majorca has long been regarded as one of the leading sailing centres and water sport locations in the world, with several high profile sailing competitions visiting the waters of the Balearics annually. None are as high profile as the Kings Cup (known as the Copa Del Rey to the locals), however, held every August with last year’s event featuring 140 entries, all eager to take…

For the intrepid traveller, keen to discover ancient monuments, desert safaris and long-held tradition — all whilst being bathed in year-round sunshine — Egypt is the archetypical dream. Long established as a hub for tourists looking to enjoy its rich offerings, the country is uniquely positioned at the juncture of Africa, Asia and Europe. Consequently, Egypt attracts tourists from all over the world, eager to…

Acquired by Henry VIII all the way back in 1536, Hyde Park has a grand history. It was used by the King as a hunting ground before James I came to the throne and opened the park to the public in 1637. It was then lovingly landscaped in the 1730s and since then it has become one of London’s most picture-perfect settings; replacing its hunting…

Although being Germany’s third largest city, Munich has the country’s strongest economy and lowest unemployment rates for a major city. It houses the headquarters for many major companies and is a world famous destination for tourists. Munich’s popularity is such that it is twinned with seven cities worldwide — including Cincinnati, Bordeaux and Kiev. Every year, people from around the globe descend on the German…

Recent times have seen the more experienced surfer enjoy the still undiscovered surfing spot of the Porto E Norte region in northern Portugal. This region not only offers surfers the chance to ride largely uncrowded waves, but also a beautiful coastline with endless beaches and a taste of real Portuguese culture and lifestyle. This spot offers fun waves during the summer time, ideal for the…

London is seen by many travellers to be one of the world’s must-see cities and although recent developments such as the London Eye and the Millennium Dome are huge attractions to tourists, the majority still set aside time for the more traditional landmarks, like Trafalgar Square. The square is named after the 1805 Battle of Trafalgar which saw the British Navy defeat the combined fleets…

A lot of people book their annual holiday somewhere hot that’s close to a beach. That certainly makes for a great holiday, but if you visit a similar location every year you are missing out on a wealth of other venues that are nowhere near a beach. A prime example is Hong Kong. Bustling with life and bombarding all your senses with a myriad of…

The vibrant Chinese city of Shanghai has undergone a massive building boom in the last decade, emerging as one of the country’s most popular cities and attracting tourists from all over the world, many coming to get a taste of the city’s high life – its tall skyscrapers and towers. The most iconic of them is the Oriental Pearl Tower which totally dominates the Shanghai…

More and more people are opting to insure their lives in order to protect their families from the threat of potential financial hardship in the event that they die or are diagnosed with a terminal illness. But instead of taking out a life insurance policy, some people choose to self-insure – whereby they pay money into a high return savings account instead of paying money…