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Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this feature with our recommendations for the top ten places to stop on The Pacific Coast Highway. The drive along the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) in California is renowned as one of the most scenic drives in the world. The views are breath-taking, and although the total driving …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about The Best Marrakech Hotspots to Enjoy an Indian Summer. Marrakesh is one of the most famous and best-known cities in Morocco. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the gateway to the Sahara Dessert. It is renowned for its stunning architecture, unique culture , …
Aloha, and Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our guide to the Ten best things to do in O’ahu Hawaii. This feature focuses on the island of O’ahu, which is also known as the heart of Hawaii and is home to the bustling town of Honolulu, as well as some of the most breathtaking …
Hi and Welcome back to The Velvet Runway, and you can Download or Read your Free Hawaii Digital Travel Guide Now, as it is now available on MagCloud in digital, print or to download as PDF. The digital version and PDF versions are free, but the print version is payable, to cover the costs of …
Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and here is my guide to my top 5 Spooky Halloween Destinations. Read on if you dare! It’s almost Halloween, the spookiest night of the year : the night when the ghosts of the dead return to earth, and the line between this world and the next becomes blurred. …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about the spectacular views on the Diamond Head Hike in O’ahu Hawaii. I have recently got back from a trip to Hawaii, and can’t wait to share the Hawaii Travel Guide and our top ten things to do on Hawaii with you. However in the meantime, …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about A winter fairytale at the Baden-Baden Christmas Market. I hope you have been enjoying this series about Christmas Markets including this feature about Christmas in Budapest by guest contributor, Shebs Alom, and last week’s post about 5 of my favorite European Christmas markets. Today, I have …
by Shebs Alom* Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Christmas in Budapest, and the Christmas Markets . Last week, I shared with you 5 of my favorite European Christmas markets, and this week, I have another one to share with you : the Budapest Christmas Market. Once called the “Queen of …
by Ellie-M. Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about 7 Experiences you can only have in Dubai. Dubai is a world of its own. But it’s not just about shopping and sand. There are plenty of things to do in Dubai that will make your stay here truly unforgettable. Dubai pretty well …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about “Zeldiva Luxury” – your luxury concierge service in the Maldives. The Maldives is an amazing area of the earth where natural splendor has combined with human hospitality to create one of the most attractive and sought after tourist destinations in the world. Beautiful tropical …
by Shebs Alom* Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about 5 Reasons to visit Singapore : One of Asia’s hotspot destinations by Shebs Alom. Located to the south of Malaysia, Singapore is known for its glitz and glamour, but also for its cleanliness, stunning skyline and cosmopolitan culture. From stunning architecture, fantastic …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway travel guides and this feature about great food and great memories in South West Germany. Maybe South West Germany has never crossed your mind as a vacation destination, but not only is this region full of great things to do, it is also renowned for its culinary delights! Good …
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 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 …
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 …
Today I want to share with you a story about Swan Lake and the legend of the flottins and flottines, little creatures who arrived at Evian on the shores of Lake Geneva and saved Christmas one winter night. The story takes place in Evian les Bains, a beautiful alpine town on the shores of Lake …
Vienna, renowned for its breathtaking beauty, stunning architecture, delicious cakes (try the ‘sacher-torte‘ – you’ll thank me later!) and rich cultural legacy, is an ideal European travel destination, and here are my top 5 reasons to visit Vienna. Due to its central location in Europe, Vienna is a very popular destination for visitors from all over the …
Vietnam is a tropical paradise nation with so much to offer the tourist, with pristine, unspoilt beaches and lush tropical jungle, and if you are into old architecture, there are some stunning buildings, particularly the temples. Here is a brief guide to some of the best temples to add to your list of must-visit …
Welcome back to the Velvet Runway and this post about What to See in Madrid in three days. Madrid is Spain’s largest city and its capital and is one of the top travel destinations in Europe, but what are the key attractions if you are only on a short break? Here are a few tips …
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this post about Asian Adventures! If you’re looking to give yourself a real culture shock and open up your eyes to a whole new world, then eastern Asia certainly won’t disappoint. Your Asian Adventures : Excellence in the East! When you’ve grown up in the west, it can …
Phillip Island is tucked into the second crevice entering Melbourne. It’s beyond French Island but thanks to its location, has unique wildlife present on it’s soil. Discover the rolling waves of Phillip Island, the Australian Adventure The rolling waves should give you an idea to what the main attraction to the island is for many …
London is one of the most visited cities in the world. With attractions such as the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, the London Eye and the hope of catching a glimpse of the Royal family, it is a tourist’s paradise, and there is plenty to do during a weekend in London. Why you need a …
Texas is classed as the second largest state in the USA, but yet, it is probably still under the radar when it comes to booking holidays and visiting some of the amazing cities and locations within it, so here are my reasons why you should visit San Antonio Texas. Of course, if you think of …
Sorrento is often the starting point for a trip to the beautiful Amalfi Coast, as from here you can easily visit Pompeii, Capri, Ischia, Naples, Positano, Amalfi and more destinations by ferry/ hydrofoil and in some cases by bus or private transfers. Read on for what to do in Sorrento, suggested day trips and where to …
The beautiful island of Capri is often associated with ‘la dolce vita’ (even though the original film was set in Rome), and a visit to Capri makes the perfect day trip from the Amalfi coast (with ferries and hydrofoils from Naples, Ischia, Procida, Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi). My initial experience on arrival, however, did not quite …
