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Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about A Local’s Guide to Virginia City’s Hidden Gems. A short 30-minute drive from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport takes visitors to one of the largest historic districts in the Unites States – Virginia City, Nevada. Come experience this mining “boomtown” as it was in the 1800’s. Step …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about “La City Trianon” – the Place to Have a Great Day in Mauritius. Mauritius has an undeniable status as one of the most desirable destinations for a perfect vacation. Famous for its crystal clear water and sandy beaches, tropical forests, spectacular waterfalls and unique National …
by guest contributor, Shebs Alom*. Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Banff National Park, Paradise in the heart of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. A UNESCO World Heritage site and Canada’s oldest and most comprehensive national park with dense forests, glaciers, lakes, and mountains, there is so much beauty surrounding the area …
Welcome back to the Velvet Runway, and this feature about a Galapagos Glamping & Island Hopping Adventure, which I’m really excited to share with you! The Galapagos Islands comprise 19 islands and dozens of islets and rocks that cover a vast area of 17,000 square miles (45,000 square kilometres) of ocean, and they emerged from the bottom of the …
When we think of visiting Portugal, our thoughts automatically go to Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve, so today I want to share with you the magical area of Alentejo. There are lots of reasons to visit Alentejo, including its breathtaking coastline, rich culture and mouthwatering cuisine. It is set in the South of Portugal, between …
It’s been a while since my last travel post, so today I wanted to share with you my top ten romantic US road trips for Valentine’s Day. In the current “Covid-19” environment, many people are wanting to experience the fun of travelling whilst maintaining safe social distancing so there is an increased demand for visits …
It has been a while since our last travel guide (and a while since my last travels!) so I thought it was time to a) travel again, although I’m staying in France this time and b) share one of my trips with you, and what better place to start than with what to do and …
By guest Contributor, Juliette Smith Hi, and Welcome back. I’m really excited to share this guest post about the top ten Instagram worthy spots in Madrid by Juliette Smith from Madrid Discovery. Who better to advise on the best locations than a local? Madrid is the capital city of Spain and mostly known to be …
Although travel is off the agenda at the moment, these 3 European capital cities should definitely be on your bucket list for when we can travel again. 3 European Capital Cities to add to your bucket list. Head to Rome for an amazing cultural experience Without a doubt, Rome is one of the most popular …
In my recent post on 12 European Places to visit in 2020, in January I recommended looking for Winter Sun in Tenerife (a Spanish Island). So, here is bit more information on what to see and do in Tenerife. If you have had enough of the January cold and you want to skip the winter …
Make 2020 your year of travel. Whether you’re planning a city break, a family holiday, a cultural trip, a romantic getaway or a beach holiday, here are some suggested European Places to visit in 2020. I’ve given one suggestion per month, but for most destinations any month is equally valid. I limited my picks to 12 places …