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Mike East stays at the InterContinental Cartagena de Indias Hotel, Bocagrande Colombia and is impressed by the hotel’s celebration of the local. The Intercontinental Hotel InterContinental Cartagena de Indias is…
Mark Bibby Jackson and his mother go on a northern France road trip from the UK to Calais through the Loire and back to Normandy. Endless. Like in a film…
Mark Bibby Jackson travels to north Cornwall to experience the St Moritz Hotel, and takes some time to chill. I must admit to being a bit of a Poirot fan…
Mark Bibby Jackson visits Ostend Belgium and ends up turning full circle. When I informed a travel writing colleague of mine, I was travelling to Ostend, her response was just…
Miami Florida has recently been named one of the world’s greatest places by TIME Magazine, Maria Boyle discovers why. Made legendary during the Roaring Twenties and again in the Eighties…
Discover the top things to do in Brazil. From stunning beaches to vibrant cities and natural wonders, explore the best attractions and experiences in Brazil. Plan your trip now. From…
Roger Hermiston and Eileen Wise check into Cley Windmill, Norfolk, go birdwatching, have a brush with a headless queen, and discover an inspirational wildlife sanctuary. Back in the Middle Ages…
Welcome to our guide on things to do in India, one of the most culturally diverse and fascinating countries in the world. India offers an unparalleled travel experience, with a…
Sicily Italy, the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, boasts a rich history, stunning landscapes and delicious cuisine. It’s no wonder that many travellers dream of visiting this beautiful Italian…
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s second-largest city, is a vibrant and colourful metropolis that attracts millions of visitors every year. With its beautiful beaches, stunning landmarks, and rich culture, it’s no…
Travel Begins at 40 has scanned the globe to collate our tips on where to go in April from Argentina to Mozambique, and from Washington DC to Yangon. If March…
Egypt is a land of ancient wonders and natural beauty. From the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza to the majestic temples of Luxor, there is no shortage of things to see…
Every year, tourists flock to Puerto Rico to enjoy the sparkling blue waters, pure white-sand beaches, year-round sunlight, and the capital city of San Juan, where they can explore the…
When people consider Barbados holidays they probably think of sun and sand – and perhaps rum – but while you can find all three in abundance in the tropical Caribbean…
Jonathan Hiltz takes provides you with some ideas for a Toronto city break, from shopping to catching a game, eating the great streetfood and discovering hip areas. The City of…
Best-selling author Helen Fields provides her selection of ideas on what to do on the Isle of Mull Scotland, a place she knows well and will soon be the setting…
Mark Bibby Jackson goes walking in the Lincolnshire Wolds on the hottest day of the UK summer and finds sanctuary in Louth. “March or Die,” echoed through my ears as…
For a seriously passionate and curious traveller, revisiting the same destination is an absolute no go given the world has officially reopened for adventures and there are new places to…
After visiting the country’s capital Bogota and the coffee region, Mark Bibby Jackson travels to the coast to dip his toes like a local in Cartagena Colombia. It is a…
After returning from a recent visit to the Kingdom, Mark Bibby Jackson explains why you really should visit Cambodia now. Cambodia is a country that I love. I first came…
James Clark takes a Penzance staycation with Aspects Holidays and discovers there is so much to enjoy in the Cornish seaside town. It was not the quickest journey by rail…
Jonathan Hiltz goes on a road trip through the region of Guanacaste to discover the rich array of Costa Rica beaches. For travellers who are not familiar with beach life…
Despite the tightening COVID restrictions, Deborah Unger discovers it was well worth the effort to travel to St Lucia for a relaxing two weeks in the sun at The Landings…
Hazel Holloway visits Tuscany in Italy to take in the highlights of Pisa and Florence in a whirlwind four days and even manages to make it to the beach. I…
We all want a bit of sun on our travels and where better to enjoy that than on the beach, however there are beaches and beaches. At Travel Begins at 40 we recognise that your Over 40 and Over 50 beach travel destinations and needs are different to when you were a little younger. Gone have the days you were content to throw that towel down on the sand and scramble across the craggy beach to the sea, and as for screaming children and pestering hawkers the least said the better. Whether its a stretch of white sound far away from it all, a luxury resort or a sunset stroll on the longest beach in the world, we specialise in the best stretches of sand on the planet, offering you the most wonderful beach travel break from your existence back home. At Travel Begins at 40 we offer a world of experiences for you and that starts close to the sea, and you won’t have to bring your bucket and spade.
