5 Reasons to Visit Brighton This Summer
The English seaside resort of Brighton is hugely popular – in 2018 it welcomed some 11 million visitors who made some 9.5 million day trips, according to Brighton and Hove…
Walking in the Lincolnshire Wolds and Louth
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…
Is Mallorca Worth Visiting: 5 Reasons to Love It
Mallorca is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Spain. No wonder, as the gorgeous Mediterranean offers it best. The Most Popular Small Towns in Majorca offer the best…
7 of the Best Festivals in August 2022
Festivals are starting to reappear in the global events calendar. Travel Begins at 40 has produced its own brief round-up of the best festivals in August around the world from…
Turning Mindfullness On Its Head in Morzine
Morzine France is best known as a ski resort, but as Mark Bibby Jackson discovers there are plenty of eco and sustainable things to do in Morzine in summer. It…
Cultural Things to Do in Venice and Lake Como
Roger Hermiston and Eileen Wise discover the cultural things to do in Venice and Lake Como Italy, from the great art and history to the wonderful cuisine. From Naples in…
What Are the Most Impressive Archaeological Sites in Israel?
Few visitors spend time in Israel without visiting at least a few archaeological sites. Oftentimes, they don’t even know that they’re archaeological sites because they have present-day use as well….
Love And Luxury: The Trips To Take For A Taste Of True Opulence
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of luxury. Whether it’s the first-class seat on a cross-continental flight or the Presidential Suite at a 5-star hotel, luxury holidays are all about…
ABBA Voyage to the The Stratford Hotel
Eileen Wise goes back to a fantastic future with ABBA Voyage and a luxurious stay at modern The Stratford Hotel. What a journey! It’s taken more than five years to…
Puerto Rican Food: Sustainable Revolution on a Plate
Neil Hennessy-Vass discovers an intoxicating mix of sustainable Puerto Rican food and drink, washed down with a pina colada. If the perfect azure blue ocean, wispy with nebulous clouds scudding…
Things to Do in Marrakech Morocco on Your Anniversary
Celebrating her wedding anniversary Maria Boyle discovers the amazing things to do in Marrakech Morocco, and why the city has cultivated a reputation for being a world-class tourist destination. With…
The Best Festivals In Europe This Summer
Planning your perfect summer getaway? Here are eight European summer festivals 2022 you shouldn’t miss. Tomorrowland, Belgium The world’s largest music and dance festival is a must-visit for all music…
Where to Go in July 2022
Early July is a great month for travelling in Europe, although by the end of the month the main tourism attractions tend to fill up with fellow travellers and tourists….
Top Places to Visit Before You Turn 40
Turning 40 is a major life milestone. You’ve lived long enough to gain valuable wisdom but are still young enough to live life to its fullest extent. You may or…
5 Things to Do in Leicester: Richard III, Stilton and Pork Pies
Mark Bibby Jackson discovers the varied things to do in Leicester, from discoverng a Car Park King, to eating pork pies and stilton. Ninety minutes is all it took for…
Going on Holiday to Bilbao? Here’s Where to Stay
While most people plan out where they will go, what they will eat, and what memories they will create when they go to a place as exotic as Spain, most…
15 Festivals in July 2022
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best global festivals in July 2022 from Pennsylvania to Korea, so wherever you are you can join in the celebrations. Music Festivals in…
Discover Summer in San Diego
This summer is set to be a scorcher in San Diego. From new exhibitions and museum openings to must-visit festivals and enticing restaurant launches, here’s what’s to expect in the…
UK Music Festival 2022 Guide
The UK music festival 2022 season is upon us and the weather is hotting up. Glastonbury aside, there are still plenty of tickets for everything listed below, so whether you…
5 Thai Festivals That Will Change Your Life
Thailand is a place that many of us dream of going to. The Land of Smiles offers culture, nightlife, tradition and marvelous natural landscapes. That is why it appears on…
4 Eco Things to Do in Tenerife
Mark Bibby Jackson discovers the varied eco things to do in Tenerife so long as you are prepared to venture away from the beaches and bars. Our Tenerife birdwatching guide…
The Vienna Casino Offering European Elegance to Players
The Casino Vienna is not the first casino which comes to mind when considering a classic European casino and in some ways, the casino, which is located in the Palais…
Taking the Slow Boat on The Thames Through History
Mark Bibby Jackson accepts the offer to take a boat on the Thames with Le Boat and ends up in a bit of an Eton Mess. It is on our…
In for a Dig at The Bloomsbury Hotel London
Roger Hermiston and Eileen Wise leave their Suffolk home for a night to experience The Bloomsbury Hotel London and the Sutton Hoo Helmet. It was but a stroll from The…
