There are different types of travellers and each have their own preference and reasons for travelling. You may find one who is motivated by thrill, self-improvement or even escapism. You may find that the way each type of traveller looks at destinations may be unique from others. Let’s take a look at some…
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Hotels and Resorts
A perfect stay at the Hotel WindsoR in Nice
Set in an oasis of calm in the centre of Nice, the Hotel WindsoR is a charming four star “belle époque” hotel, just a stones throw from the sea front. It was truly the perfect place for a weekend break after a long week! It was heavenly to soak up the calm atmosphere…
Travel Tips
Making Travel More Affordable
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our handy hints for making travel more affordable. The jet-set lifestyle is full of adventures and unknowns. It’s a wonderful feeling to set off and experience new countries and see the world, but it’s not always great for your finances. If your dreams of travel…
Destinations
Madrid in three days : What to see
Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this post about What to See in Madrid in three days. Madrid is Spain’s largest city and its capital and is one of the top travel destinations in Europe, but what are the key attractions if you are only on a short break? Here are a…
Travel Tips
The Best Last-Minute Holiday Destinations
Guest post by Victoria Lim* Finding a great last-minute holiday offer is somewhat like having a winning lottery ticket, so to help you we’ve put together our tips for finding the best last-minute holiday destinations. Last-minute offers can help you save a significant amount of money, and you might even discover something you’ve…
Destinations
What to do in Sorrento – the gateway to the Amalfi Coast
Sorrento is often the starting point for a trip to the beautiful Amalfi Coast, as from here you can easily visit Pompeii, Capri, Ischia, Naples, Positano, Amalfi and more destinations by ferry/ hydrofoil and in some cases by bus or private transfers. Read on for what to do in Sorrento, suggested day trips and…
Destinations
Capri in a day : La dolce vita
The beautiful island of Capri is often associated with ‘la dolce vita’ (even though the original film was set in Rome), and a visit to Capri makes the perfect day trip from the Amalfi coast (with ferries and hydrofoils from Naples, Ischia, Procida, Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi). My initial experience on arrival, however, did…
Destinations
Where to eat and drink in Los Angeles
Today’s post is all about Where to eat and drink in Los Angeles, but don’t hesitate to also check out my post on “What to see and do in Los Angeles” here, Where to eat and drink in Los Angeles I have been meaning to write this post for a couple of months now, as…
Destinations
New Caledonia : a guest post by Nicole Noel
by Nicole Noel If you are dreaming of spending some time at sun-kissed beaches in picturesque settings, enjoying some water activities and having the time of your life, visit the hidden gem of the Pacific Ocean – New Caledonia. You will be hard-pressed to find a place with friendlier locals. Kanaky, as the…
Destinations
French Polynesia
by Nicole Noel* French Polynesia has 118 islands. It seems like a lot, and it seems that – if you see one tropical island, you have seen them all. However, that is not the case with the gorgeous French Polynesia. Some of these islands stand out with their beauty, cultural or natural wonders. For…
