Gladstone Pottery Museum, Stoke on Trent
Hairy Traveller visits the Gladstone Pottery Museum Stoke on Trent, part of Stoke Museums, to discover why the Potteries got its name…
Pulling the Pint with The Old Bell Hotel Derby
Hairy Traveller chats with Paul Hurst, owner of The Old Bell Hotel, Derby., which is one of the oldest pubs in Derby…
High-end Experience for Vegas-goers
Las Vegas, often hailed as an adult playground, unveils a world of luxury, sophistication, and a touch of glamour for the discerning traveller. This is an experience that transcends the…
48 Hours in Málaga: 4 Unmissable Spots for a Spanish City Break
Searching for a destination that combines sunshine, culture, history, and coastal charm? Welcome to Málaga, a city that offers all this and more in just two days. Often seen as…
Unique Travel Destinations and What They’re Famous For
While iconic cities like Paris, London, and New York continue to dominate travel bucket lists, many lesser-known destinations offer truly unique experiences, each with something that makes it stand apart…
House Swapping and Home Stays: Affordable Accommodation for Longer Trips
Spending an extended trip staying in hotels is bound to have a big impact on your wallet. Instead, savvy travellers looking for a longer adventure can make the most of…
An Airport Lounge Access Tip That’s So Good, It Might Just Annoy the Regulars
Let’s be honest. Airport lounges have always carried a certain air of exclusivity. They’re quiet, clean, and stocked with everything travelers wish the main terminal had: soft seating, free food…
Short Break to Guernsey: Nature, History & Coastal Charm
As the island prepares for the 80th anniversary of its liberation from the German occupying forces, Mark Bibby Jackson takes the ferry from Poole on his short break to Guernsey…
7 Reasons to Choose Used Fuel Efficient Cars
As gas prices go up and people worry more about the environment, many drivers are looking for cars that use less fuel. Used cars cost less to buy, and when…
Beyond the Beaches: Hidden WWII Sites Across Europe
If there’s one thing that Europe has in abundance, it’s natural beauty. Her mountains, valleys, forests, and beaches have delighted travellers through the ages. But they have also played strategic…
Pulling the Pint at the Brunswick Inn Derby
Hairy Traveller talks beer with Alan Pickersgill, landlord of the Brunswick Inn Derby. One of the best pubs in Derby, the Brunswick Inn has won many awards for its real ale and cider…
Jamie Quince-Starkey, Electric Daisy Derby
Hairy Traveller chats with Jamie Quince-Starkey about Electric Daisy Derby the flagship project of Down to Earth – a collaboration with the Eden Project and Derby City Council…
Chasing Cherry Blossoms in Washington DC
Oprah Winfrey has conquered the worlds of television, publishing and streaming — but cherry blossoms? Utterly disastrous. In 2023, she postponed a trip to Japan, waiting for the perfect bloom…
A Gem of a Weekend at the Corinthia London
Maria Boyle spends a weekend in the capital and combines luxury, laughter and legacy at the Corinthia London. Few cities offer the sheer variety of experiences that London does, blending…
Microbreweries in Derby
Hairy Traveller samples a couple of microbreweries in Derby – The Tiny Tap at the Little Brewing Company, and Shiny Brewery and takes on the challenge of whether he can split the G…
6 Amazing Festivals in May 2025
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best festivals in May 2025 from around the Globe, from Cuba to Australia, so wherever you are join in the celebrations. Cultural Festivals…
Seeking the Lemurs of Madagascar
Lemurs are unique to the island of Madagascar, an island that became separated from the African mainland when the super continent, Gondwanaland, broke apart. Are there lemurs outside of Madagascar?…
Secrets Of The Thames: Mudlarking London’s Lost Treasures
Robert Spellman wades into an exhibition at London Museum Docklands to discover the Secrets Of The Thames unearthed by the river’s mudlarks If mudlarking – the act of scouring riverine…
4 of the Best Pubs in Derby
Hairy Traveller tries out 4 of the best pubs in Derby. In it he visits the oldest Derby pub, tastes some of the great Derby pub food…
Museum of Making Derby
Hairy Traveller chats with Alex Rock at the Derby Museum Making which is situated in the Silk Mill and widely regarded as the first factory in the world…
Ozen Life Maadhoo: Perfect Destination for Family and Friends
The Maldives has long been a haven for honeymooners, but a new trend is emerging – families and groups of friends are now visiting in search of the ultimate getaway…
Discover More of the Great Margate Pubs
Watch our video to discover more of the best Margate pubs including the Fez and The Shakespeare …
Walpole Bay Hotel Margate Review by Hairy Traveller
Hairy Traveller stays at the Walpole Bay Hotel and Museum just outside of Margate, Kent…
5 Great Dunmow Pubs
The Hairy Traveller guides you through five Great Dunmow pubs – the Angel and Harp pub Dunmow, The Boars Head, Saracens Head, The Chequers and the Queen Victoria…
