The Best Places to Visit in April 2024

The Best Places to Visit in April 2024

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway, and our guide to The Best Places to Visit in April 2024, by Hannah REES. As spring blossoms around the world, April beckons with the promise of mild temperatures, blooming landscapes, and a perfect window for travel. If you’re planning your next getaway in April 2024, consider visiting one …

The Best Places to Visit in March 2024

The Best Places to Visit in March 2024: Top 10 Travel Destinations

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway, and our guide to The Best Places to Visit in March 2024: Top 10 Travel Destinations, by Hannah REES. With the first sunny days already here and spring just around the corner, March is the perfect month to travel. The flowers are blooming, the days are longer and for …

Safari & Beach Getaways.

The World’s Finest Safari & Beach Getaways

  Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about The World’s Finest Safari & Beach Getaways. A double-sided escape, where adrenaline-pumping wildlife encounters melt into sun-kissed beach bliss, has become an increasing area of interest for the discerning traveler. The global safari vacation industry is expected to keep expanding in the years to …

Greek Islands for Rest and Recuperation

Greek Islands that are Perfect for Rest and Recuperation

  Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Greek Islands that are Perfect for Rest and Recuperation. Life can be stressful and demanding, so it’s good to take time to rest and recover after a busy spell. Sometimes, all you need is a few days enjoying a slower pace of life where …

5 of the best resorts for expert skiers

5 of the best resorts for expert skiers in 2024

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 to offer …

12 of the best Christmas markets in Europe for 2023

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 Markets. From …

Visiting the Most Beautiful Universities Across the UK

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. Let’s take …

48 hours in Venice

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 you’re seeking …

Why football tourism is so important in the UK

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 far and …

Exploring the Charms of Lake Como

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 Italian Alps, …

Which Balearic Island should you visit

Which Balearic Island should you visit?

  Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Which Balearic Island should you visit? Spain has a wealth of islands for travellers to choose between, from tropical volcanic wonders to Mediterranean gems with golden beaches. If you are looking for a sunny island getaway, then you should head to the Balearics. Located …

3 historic UK cities to visit this winter

3 historic UK cities to visit this winter

  Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about 3 historic UK cities to visit this winter. The UK is an incredible place to visit whatever the time of year, although there’s something particularly special about the winter. Maybe it’s the snug and cosy bars serving heartwarming meals or iconic landmarks decorated with …

3 adventurous activities to do in France

3 adventurous activities to do in France

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our guide to 3 adventurous activities to do in France. Whether it’s summer or winter, France always has the best terrain for outdoor activities. Boasting a diverse landscape including tall mountains and rolling hills, it’s an adrenaline enthusiast’s dream location. From skiing ventures in the Alps to rafting …

The top 6 Spanish islands for holidaymakers

The top 6 Spanish islands for holidaymakers

  Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about the The top 6 Spanish islands for holidaymakers. Spain has a wealth of islands for travellers to choose between, from tropical volcanic wonders to Mediterranean gems with golden beaches. Find your perfect trip destination by using this guide to the top six Spanish islands …

Velvet Runway About the Perfect Maldives Vacation

Plan the Perfect Maldives Vacation at Canareef Resort

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about How to Plan the Perfect Maldives Vacation at Canareef Resort. The Maldives is a nation of islands in the Indian Ocean, that spans across the equator. The Maldives is comprised of 26 atolls and over 1000 islands. My first sight of the Maldives was on …

12 of the best Christmas markets in Europe for 2023

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Christmas Markets in Europe.

Hi and Welcome back to The Velvet Runway, and our Ultimate Guide to the Best Christmas Markets in Europe. As soon as Summer is over and the leaves start to fall and the evenings start to draw in, my thoughts immediately turn to Christmas. Christmas in Europe is a time for magical fairy lights, mulled …

Free Charleston Travel Guide – Available to Read and Download Now

Hi and Welcome back to The Velvet Runway, and you can Download or Read your Free Charleston Travel Guide Now, as it is available on MagCloud in digital and print format or to download as PDF. The digital version and PDF versions are free, but the print version is payable, to cover the costs of …