Welcome back to The Velvet Runway, and our guide to 5 of the best resorts for expert skiers in 2024. If you’ve been skiing for a few years in a row, there’s no need to return to the beginner slopes. Both in Europe and across the globe, there are world-class ski resorts ready…
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12 of the best Christmas markets in Europe for 2023
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway, and our guide to 12 of the best Christmas markets in Europe for 2023. Christmas in Europe is a time for magical fairy lights, mulled wine, delicious pastries, midnight masses in gothic churches, Christmas wishlists, candle-lit evenings spent with family and friends, and of course – Christmas…
Visiting the Most Beautiful Universities Across the UK
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Visiting the Most Beautiful Universities Across the UK. The UK is home to some truly world-class universities. The best of them are impressive not just for their academic standards and the achievements of their alumni; they’re also made up of beautiful buildings….
48 hours in Venice : The Ultimate Two Day Itinerary
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our guide to 48 hours in Venice : The Ultimate Two Day Itinerary. When it comes to dream destinations, few places captivate the imagination quite like Venice. Known as the “Floating City,” this enchanting Italian gem offers a unique blend of history, beauty, and romance. If…
Why football tourism is so important in the UK
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Why football tourism is so important in the UK. Football is one of the biggest global sports with major tournaments like the latest World Cup engaging around five billion people according to the figures released by FIFA. This popularity means people travel…
3 UK road trip ideas for 2024
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about 3 UK road trip ideas for 2024. There’s nothing better than the sense of exploration you get with a road trip, and where better to travel than the United Kingdom? With long drives through rolling hills and rugged mountains, while listening to…
3 destinations to visit before they’re gone
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about 3 destinations to visit before they’re gone (and some actions that may help to save them). Our planet is home to some truly remarkable locations; therefore, you probably have a few destinations already on your bucket list. Sadly, some of these incredible…
Why Italy is Beautiful in Winter
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this travel destinations post about Why Italy is Beautiful in Winter. British holidaymakers love Italy for its summer sunshine and turquoise Mediterranean views. But when the country gets a little bit quieter for the winter season, all that architectural beauty and cultural charm is still there….
The Best Glamping Spots in the UK
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about The Best Glamping Spots in the UK. Camping has long been a popular way for many people to spend their time with outdoor green spaces, campfires and barbeques being just some of the highlights for the 42% of Brits that go camping…
Exploring the Charms of Lake Como: 5 Unforgettable Experiences
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this travel destinations post about Exploring the Charms of Lake Como: 5 Unforgettable Experiences. Just under an hour’s drive from Milan, the city of Como looks out over the southwest end of the lake and is one of the jewels of northern Italy. Nestled in the…