Best Winter City Breaks in the UK
In the UK, it’s a common pastime to malign the country as dreary, grey, and wet – especially during winter. But the truth is that the UK is often at…
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In the UK, it’s a common pastime to malign the country as dreary, grey, and wet – especially during winter. But the truth is that the UK is often at…
When looking at cities to travel to next, you might be thinking of somewhere in Europe, such as Paris or Rome. Maybe instead, your eye is more drawn to those…
Many cities in the UK are known for their gorgeous architectural pieces and impressive cityscapes, most of which are actually adorned by some of the most beautiful bridges in the…
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…
Croatia is now one of the most popular holiday destinations in the Mediterranean and for a good reason. With its stunning landscape, sunny climate, rich culture and mouth-watering food, Croatia…
Jordan is a small nation with a lot to offer in terms of hospitality, ancient history, and modern culture, as well as being home to multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites…
Continuing his journey through northern France, Mark Bibby Jackson leaves Arras and takes the short train ride to Lille Flandres station, to visit one of the host destinations for the…
L’Échappée Bière, the only beer tourism agency in France, provides its guide to the five best beers bars in Lille. In Lille the first trace of beer dates back to…
Mark Bibby Jackson travels to Arras France to visit a memorial to those who died in the Battle of Arras, as well as discover the local beer. Initially it might…
Set within the Gulf of Finland, in the heart of the Baltic region, Estonia connects the cultural dots between Scandinavia, Central and Eastern Europe. Estonia’s UNESCO world heritage capital Tallinn…
Florida is one of the best places to depart for a cruise in the world. Not only is there a wealth of excellent and exciting departure ports to choose from…
After walking along the Herefordshire Trail, Mark Bibby Jackson checks into Thornbury Castle hotel, close to Bristol, following in the footsteps of Henry VIII. Thornbury Castle would be the ideal…
Make the most of all the amazing adventures right on your doorstep with a breathtaking city break in the UK. With so much to see and do, you don’t need…
Toronto is a great city for people of all ages. It would not be wrong to say that it’s one of the best cities to visit with your family. You…
Considering its vast size and enormous population, it’s no surprise that India is an incredible diverse country home to many different ethnic groups and religions. And with each of these…
Travellers to the US’s East Coast might well head straight for the Big Apple or Boston, or perhaps pop in on Donald and chums in DC, but if you are…
Wondering what you to do over the long weekend? Fret not, here is our list of things to do in London on the August Bank Holiday…
A one-eyed view of Arizona would be criminal, despite the state’s stereotype as a red rock desert with blazing heat, a few tumbleweeds, and giant cacti. While the Grand Canyon…
Roger Hermiston and Eileen Wise visit Worlington Hall near the town of Mildenhall in Suffolk for a delightful dinner. It’s one thing to claim that the rooms in your country…
After his aborted attempt to walk in the Lincolnshire Wolds Mark Bibby Jackson has more success on the Herefordshire Trail to Ross-on-Wye. One of the consequences of Covid and the…
Travelling with friends, family, or even by yourself is one of the greatest feelings in the world. Not only do you get to ditch your everyday routine and experience new…
Do you like partying with your friends? Are you looking for some of the popular party cities for your next vacation tour? And, by ‘party city,’ we aren’t only talking…
It is common knowledge that some destinations appeal more to certain age groups than others. This includes senior travellers, who may opt to travel to destinations that are typically home…
Looking for some last minute August Bank Holiday festivals, here is our list of things to do over the long weekend in the UK from 27 to 29 August. August…
Culture & history are essential elements of the Over 40 and Over 50 travel experience. Gone have the days when you were content just to lying on the beach, and – perhaps – the kids have trailed off on holidays of their own. At Travel Begins at 40, our team of expert writers have traversed the globe to bring you their favourite cultural and historical highs – some of which might just take you by surprise. So whether you fancy taking a tour of Florence or visiting the Louvre – the Abu Dhabi one naturally, we have the travel experiences that might just inspire you to go on a trip of your own. From Pittsburgh to Almaty and Cartagena to Oman, we have experienced the world’s greatest festivals and museums, castles and temples. Read our adventures and don’t forget to go on similar ones of your own. Culture, history and the people who have shaped them at travel Begins at 40.