Travel is a hot topic right now with the latest FIFA World Cup 2026 announcements but did you know the latest travel trends for 2026 have been released by some of the top travel and research companies? Each year Tripadvisor, Skyscanner, and British Airways alongside YouGov Plc survey release the latest travel trends. Like previous years, travel to classic destinations include Italy and Japan, will still be popular, with the best newcomers being Guernsey, Channel Islands, and

Christmas in York dates back to Roman times with the mid-winter festival of Saturnalia (around December 17-25). The earliest Christian celebration - "Feast of Nativity" in Britain is sometimes cited as having occurred in York in 521 AD. Over 2,000 years of evolving into modern celebrations of today. Here is why you should make it, York this Christmas.

The Royal Highland Centre, Scotland’s biggest indoor and outdoor venue. Located at Ingliston to the west of the city centre. Is hosting Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet. With Beyond Monet's first time to be exhibited in Scotland! Here is everything you need to know about visiting Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet this month in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Zoo's spectacular outdoor giant lantern trail is back for the first time since 2019, and this year, it’s making waves with an underwater twist! From dazzling jellyfish to towering sea turtles, get ready to explore a luminous coastal wonderland like never before.  This long-awaited event is one of Edinburgh’s must-see winter attractions, featuring over 600 stunning lanterns that will captivate visitors of all ages. Here is everything you need to know about Edinburgh

Leaves are something of beauty in autumn and winter. Changing with the seasons as we all must. They show how to embrace change, and so the cycle of life goes on. Some leaves are said to be lucky (four-leaf clover), while others are symbolic too a country, like the Canadian Maple Leaf. Leaves can be found in all shapes and sizes. Here are some fun and creative ideas with leaves. Including Jewellery, Photographs, and Autumnal Photoshoots in Edinburgh.

How to create you're Scottish Harris Tweed® Jacket in Scotland.

Royal Caribbean's Voyager of the Seas first visit to Sarande, Albania. Visiting the phenomenal natural spring - Blue Eye, and the ancient site of Butrint.

A Welsh collaboration that brought together the stunning art of Driftwood Designs to adorn the packaging of clever chocolate makers Coco Pzazz, resulting in a product that is pleasing to both the eye and the taste-buds. The packaging is completely bilingual, appealing to Welsh and English speakers. If you have been reading the blog for a while, you will know I love both Driftwood Designs and chocolate! Read on to find out more about this fantastic collaboration and a visit to

This past July, I was leading a group of 19 people on an eight-day tour from Liverpool across Cumbria and North Wales on the best of British Steam Trains (perfect time, as 2025 is the 200th anniversary of train travel). Across magnificent landscapes, including the 24-arch Ribblehead Viaduct, beside the Irish Sea, and passing through seaside resorts and on a variety of ‘Great Little Trains’ on the railways of Snowdon Mountain, Llanberis Lake, and Ffestiniog.

The Scottish Highland village of Carrbridge was carving its way through the 22nd Carve Carrbridge this past weekend. The 19 competitors from around Scotland, UK, and beyond looked like they way cutting their way through butter, but it was in fact 90ft pieces of Sitka Spruce! Some of the earliest known woodcarvings date back to ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, where artisans adorned furniture, tombs, and temples with intricate carvings. Here is why you should put Carve Carrbridg

theSpaceUK at Edinburgh Festival is back with a bang! Packed with plenty of new theatre, musicals, comedy, cabaret & more from both established and emerging talent. Celebrating its 30th year at the Fringe, theSpaceUK hosts the largest and most diverse programme at the festival. Companies, both professional & amateur, are given an affordable, supportive, and professional platform to showcase their work. Here is a taste of what you can expect this season, from the stellar showc

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe bubble has begun! Are you ready for the next 27 days? Find out about some of the entertaining, fun, and hilarious performances taking place in Edinburgh at the Pleasance during the month of August 2025 including TAPEFACE, the new musical direct from New York - World's Greatest Lover, and much more!

The beautiful islands of Hawaii are a must-visit! Rainforests, volcanoes, beaches, what to see and do while visiting by cruise ship.

Scotland's intrepid solo female explorer - Isobel Wylie Hutchison. The first female recipient of the Mungo Park Medal.

The third year of the annual Highland Shortbread Showdown in Inverness. Delicious traditional and incredible, flavoured shortbreads.

Enjoy the best views of cherry blossom on Princes Street, Edinburgh from the opulent 100 Princes Street.

Celebrating Darwin Day: Charles Darwin In Edinburgh. At age 16, studying medicine at the University of Edinburgh and more!

The Scottish Snowdrop Festival is now on. Here are the best places in Scotland to see the delicate white flowers including castles.

The Best of Scotland's Trade Fair Spring & Speciality Food & Drink Show 2025. Innovative gifts, beautiful homeware, and delicious products.

There are so many lovely places to visit around the world. Here are some of my favourites to visit during the winter/Christmas season.