Why You Must Do Luxury Glamping in Colombia
The Changing Face of Colombia Colombia is throwing open its doors to welcome tourists to a different Colombia these days. Holidays to Colombia are on the rise and now is the time to GO! For decades, Colombia had been a country shrouded in danger and violence. It had an atrocious reputation for drug wars and kidnappings and was definitely off any tourist map. However, over the last 10 years or so, Colombia has worked hard to welcome tourists and is actively working to overturn this perception. Following a recent visit to Colombia, I felt I wanted to share with you my experience of this fascinating, colourful country Colombia is Racing…
World’s 10 Most Stunning Sunsets
A Sunset is Nature’s Poem There really is something about a beautiful sunset that makes for the perfect end to your day. As the colours explode like fireworks across the sky, we watch in awe. Our clicking cameras can not get enough of this natural phenomenon. Let’s face it, sunset is a gorgeous time of the day wherever you are. The beautiful red and orange colours captivate you and swathe you in a feeling of warmth and serenity. This rainbow of colour that lights up the evening sky draws us mere mortals from far and wide to marvel at the beauty of it. No photo can ever truly give justice…
My 2 Day Itinerary in the Champagne Centre of France
If you’re visiting France, I highly recommend you take time out to visit the Champagne region. Épernay is known as the ‘capital’ of the region. You will find it in the very heart of the rolling French Champagne vineyards. It’s easy to get there from Paris either by train or car. You can hop on a direct train from Paris and be in Épernay in less than 1h 30mins. Alternatively, with a car, you’ll be there in 2 hours. Similary, if you’re touring through France, make sure you add this sparkling destination to your trip. The time to visit is definitely between May-October. These summer months will allow you to…
Everything you Need to Know about Post Holiday Blues
FACT – Post holiday blues refer to the feelings of sadness or disappointment following the holiday season. The Joys of Being on Holiday I’ve just got back from an amazing trip, feeling relaxed and refreshed. Then the realisation sinks in. I’m home. The holiday is over. That glorious feeling of waking up each morning carefree and cheery. Days without the normal routine and structure but with an excitement of what the day may entail. Will you be relaxing on a beach, exploring a destination, going for a walk, sitting by a pool – decisions, decisions. Yet, nice decisions! Just being in a new destination coupled with the abandonment of regularity…
A Guide to Beautiful Namibia
Best time of year to visit Namibia is from May to October. This is the dry season. Where Exactly is Namibia? Namibia is a wonderful hidden gem on the South West coast of Africa. Having been brought up in Africa I may be biased but it is truly a magnificent country. If you weren’t exactly sure where it was in Africa, you would not be alone. It is not as well known as its neighbours South Africa and Botswana yet it offers so much to those seeking an African adventure. The iconic Tropic of Capricorn passes through its land. With this it marks the most southerly latitude at which the…
How to Spend the Best 48 Hours in Venice
48 Hours in Venice exploring the delights of this magical city.
Finding Bliss in the Beautiful San Blas Islands
My 3-Night Catamaran Trip around the San Blas Islands For somebody like myself who is not known for her sea-legs, I would like to say it was a challenge. Yet, the only true challenge here on my catamaran trip around the San Blas Islands was restricting myself to two or three items of clothing from my XL suitcase. I had heard that the San Blas Islands were unique. However, nothing quite prepared me for the sheer beauty and authenticity of this sun drenched enclave. Just Why are the San Blas So Unique This Panamanian archipelago is found nestled within the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea. It is also…
Finally! The Travel Blogger within me Steps Out
Nice to Meet You! Wow! It’s hard to believe that I’m here in print on my website, the Glamorous Gallivant. I am now a Blogger! You may have read a little about me in my About Me page but just to dive a little deeper I thought I’d elaborate here. My story is that I am British and living in London. I grew up as an expat child whilst my father’s career took us to Africa and the Middle East. Following that, I lived in Spain, Australia and Hong Kong. All of this, before I hit the grand old age of thirty. I actually met my husband whilst working in Hong…
