Travel & Tourism

With the winter sports season well underway, one of the UK’s top ski holiday providers reveals that cross-border ski trips are booming in popularity. They allow people to expand their horizons by seamlessly skiing between different countries, and experience an entirely new culture and country in less than an hour, in some cases. Richard Sinclair, CEO of leading ski holiday provider SNO (sno.co.uk), says his team have witnessed a 60% increase in enquiries for cross-border ski holidays, with more skiers embracing the opportunity to ski the slopes of multiple countries in Europe on their annual trips.  Known as ‘trip chaining’ (a growing trend in the industry in recent years), travellers…

Lindt UK ranks Villars-sur-Ollon in Switzerland as the best ski resort for hot chocolate based on price, availability, and quality.  Ski season is just beginning on slopes across Europe, and 400 million skiers are set to travel between December and April in pursuit of pristine snow, thrilling runs, and vibrant après-ski scenes. While snow quality and the variety of slopes are crucial for some, many eagerly anticipate snuggling by the fire in a cosy alpine lodge, savouring the quintessential winter indulgence: hot chocolate. From a classic hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and marshmallows to an extra-thick and creamy ‘Viennese’…

New research from travel experts, Emerald Cruises, reveals the continent’s least explored outdoor landmarks Europe is home to the world’s largest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 231 of which are listed as natural wonders. In total, these attract over 100 million visitors annually which can make navigating crowds and stressful experiences common. To uncover Europe’s hidden gems, travel experts at Emerald Cruises analysed Google Maps reviews of both natural and cultural World Heritage sites, focusing on those praised for their beauty by searching for keywords such as “beautiful” and “stunning”.  Google Search data was used to determine the popularity of these locations,…

From private underwater yoga and meditative floating sessions to tranquil dives with the ocean’s gentle giants, Nova’s unique wellness diving offering is an escapist’s journey to total mindfulness. Located in the heart of the South Ari Atoll, Nova Maldives introduces a soulful escape blending mindfulness, marine exploration, and unparalleled natural beauty. Launching this March, the island resort’s three-day Wellness Diving Retreat package explores the wellbeing benefits of scuba diving with a curated itinerary of wellness experiences, offering guests the chance to reconnect with themselves and nature in the stunning SAMPA (South Ari Marine Protected Area), the Maldives’ largest marine biodiversity reserve. Scuba diving is often…