Our slow travel expert picks her favourite off-season trips by train to France, Germany, Austria and Italy I travel through Europe by rail in all seasons and all weathers, and my more memorable journeys are often in that slack period between Epiphany (on 6 January) and Easter. Fewer travellers are on the move. Empty trains…
The day-long conclave received rave reviews from industry stakeholders and attendees, with an interesting line-up of speakers engaging in thoughtful conversation during multiple panel discussions, fireside chats and industry overviews. The Conclave was followed by a gala award night where outstanding contributions of the industry were recognised. The top contenders are chosen following a stringent…
Golden landscapes, cosy cafes and crowd-free sightseeing are just some of the highlights of exploring central Europe by rail in the cooler months You’ve got broadly two options when planning an off-season rail trip in Europe. Hop on a sleeper train and speed as far south as you can in the hope of finding some…
From Galway to Venice, our tipsters choose their favourite places to stay which are near a train station Venice is a place where you want to maximise your time and enjoy its unique atmosphere; a stay at the Hotel Abbazia let me do both last summer. The hotel is a former monastery, home to Carmelite…
The spectacular estuary is a haven for thousands of migrant birds each winter, and perfect to explore on foot and by boat The Christmas market doesn’t know what’s hit it. At 8.30 on a mid-November morning Exeter is a whirl of white, a city half-blinded by tumbling flakes. Four market workers, caught out by this…
India’s tourism industry is rebounding to pre-pandemic levels, fueled by a growing middle class and government infrastructure investments. MakeMyTrip’s Co-Founder & Group CEO, Rajesh Magow, speaking at the 3rd ET Travel & Tourism Conclave highlighted the increased disposable income and spending habits of 250-300 million Indians, driving sustainable growth in the travel sector.
Share your tip on a great boozer to win £200 towards a Coolstays break There’s nothing better than a cosy pub on a dark winter’s day. Somewhere perhaps with a welcoming fire, a great range of ales and good food. Maybe it’s somewhere with wonderful walks on the doorstep or a particularly festive atmosphere at…
From festive markets and light trails to floating saunas and chalet-oke sessions, there’s plenty of wintery fun to be had for all ages This year, there are plenty of light trails to brighten up the winter gloom. The Northern Light is an immersive light and sound show at the Slieve Donard hotel in Newcastle, County…
Former bureaucrats, diplomats and industry experts at the third annual ET Travel and tourism conclave and awards unanimously felt the need for government and industry to increase investments on responsible and sustainable tourism.
From pubs with rooms and seaside getaways to hotels for walkers and dog owners, all these picks put you in the middle of beautiful countryside Continue reading…
