Costa Rica Sustainable Tourism: Leading the World
For many years Costa Rica has rightly been regarded by many as leading the way in sustainable tourism. In an exclusive interview with Travel Begins at 40, and as part…
21 Reasons to Visit Colombia in 2021
Colombia is a country of contrasts. Where the past lives seamlessly with the present; where much loved cities border unexplored terrain; where mountain ranges kiss deserted beaches, all waiting to…
8 Reasons to Visit the Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic, one of the most popular Caribbean destinations for British travellers, has some compelling reasons to book for your first holiday out of lockdown. Climb to the very…
Virtual New Year’s Eve 2020 Celebrations
2020 has been the most forgettable of years, so why not give it a proper send off? Here is our round-up of virtual New Year’s Eve 2020 celebrations. While we…
9 Eco-friendly Travel Hotspots for 2021
Green travel can mean much more than simply carbon offsetting the emissions from your flight. In many ways travel can be good for the environment with many countries and tourist…
New Mexico Road Trip: UFOs, Ghost Towns & Country Music
On their two-and-a-half week New Mexico road trip Roger Hermiston and Eileen Wise discover a Land of Enchantment and a rich cultural heritage. You quickly understand why they call New…
Major Sporting Events To See At Least Once
Attendance at sporting events might be on hold due to the COVID-19 outbreak, but when fans are allowed back in the stadium, perhaps you should set your sights high on…
5 of the Best Festivals in August
Few industries around the world have suffered from the COVID-19 pandemic than events and festivals. However, slowly festivals are starting to reappear in the global events calendar, with many more…
British Tourists Welcome on their Antigua Holidays
The West Indies cricket team might be teaching England how to play cricket, but back in the Caribbean one tourism department is encouraging Brits to go there on their Antigua…
Jamaica Holidays Revisited
Roger Hermiston and Eileen Wise return to the Caribbean to go on their Jamaica holidays and discover great Caribbean food, wonderful birdlife and the home of reggae. Some thirteen years…
Discover Remote Locations in Belize
Combining lush rainforests with clear, beautiful waters and an amazing history, Belize is the perfect destination for those looking for a remote getaway. As social distancing…
Luxury Mexico Travel to Die For
Before the coronavirus pandemic stopped all travel, Eileen Wise goes on a trip of a lifetime discovering a side to Mexico travel well out of reach of us mere mortals….
