Things to do in Gozo for a perfect weekend break | LiveShareTravel - Liberating luxury for the smart traveller I don't know what I expected of Gozo - it's an island that seems always to be an adjunct to the main event. Malta and Gozo is a little like the hors d'oeuvre to the entree, with Gozo rarely having its time in the limelight without mention of its big sister island. But years after I went to Malta for the first time, and keen as ever to dig deeper into a destination and explore the slightly lesser known, I finally made my way there and found many lovely things to do in Gozo.  ..read more

Get some Northern soul with these colourful things to do in Oviedo | LiveShareTravel - Liberating luxury for the smart traveller Oviedo - the name rolls off the tongue in slightly exotic fashion. Though I'd heard of it, I have to confess to knowing very little about this northern Spanish city before I was invited to explore it recently, however I was soon to discover that it's a city with a lot of soul. I had started a tour of cities by train just down the road - ahem, rails, in Gijón, in the same region, Asturias, and after hearing just a little of it's attractions I was keen to discover thin ..read more

Take the train to Asturias and find things to do in Gijón | LiveShareTravel - Liberating luxury for the smart traveller While Spain's reign as one of the most popular countries for UK travellers is undisputed, there are still a relatively small number of travellers that head to its northern regions. And yet, they hold so much that we all love, from spectacular coastlines to fascinating culture that, like an ever-evolving story, unfolds, wends and winds from the Gaelic influences of Galicia and Asturias to the distinct characteristics of Basque Country, then on to Catalonia, and south and ..read more

Forget the 48-hour city break! Stay longer to enjoy these great things to do in Graz | LiveShareTravel - Liberating luxury for the smart traveller How often do you drop into a city on a short break and then three days later find that you're flying home feeling as though you've only been able to sample a snapshot of life there? We have definitely done this over the years, and though returning to a place offers us a chance to explore more, we see the benefits of longer stays in a place where we can not only take in more of its culture and atmosphere but find ways to connect more with our destina ..read more

Things to do in sustainable Puerto Rico – a seven day itinerary | LiveShareTravel - Liberating luxury for the smart traveller From a European perspective, when I consider the Caribbean, Puerto Rico would rarely be an island I'd have thought about visiting. While this corner of the US is a popular Spring Break destination for American mainlanders it isn't as well known or visited for us Brits. Yet, my recent visit to this fascinating Caribbean island has given me an insight into a fabulous place, and one to which I'm already plotting my return. I found so many great things to do in Puerto Rico ..read more

Wild and wonderful – a guide to Newfoundland attractions | LiveShareTravel - Liberating luxury for the smart traveller When people talk of paradise it's often of white sand beaches where the sun warms your skin and the ocean air fills your lungs. But what if I told you that you could find paradise of a different kind in one of Canada's lesser known provinces? Newfoundland & Labrador may not be the first province you think to visit in Canada, but it will reward you with incredible experiences, spectacular landscapes and a seriously warm welcome. I wasn't sure just what I would find whe ..read more

A Tale Of The Twin Cities – things to do in Minneapolis-Saint Paul | LiveShareTravel - Liberating luxury for the smart traveller Locals in the Twin Cities of the United States will tell you that Minneapolis is for dating, but you marry St Paul. Having partied in the former, and languished in the elegance of the latter, I believe they have that right. Whether you are a family wanting to discover an exciting new destination, a holiday adventurer, or a couple looking for an amazing place to lose yourselves in, you will find so many great things to do in Minneapolis and St Paul. Exploring these tw ..read more

A boutique break: the unique attractions of Prince Edward Island | LiveShareTravel - Liberating luxury for the smart traveller It's perhaps strange to talk about a destination as being boutique. In travel, we often think of boutique hotels - small, independent accommodations that offer a personal service to every guest and are usually found in trendy areas. But what if a whole location had its trendy side, was full of independent outlets, as well as people who offered a very warm welcome, and it was all served up in a petite place? That place would be called Prince Edward Island - Ca ..read more

Spanish islands: why most people misunderstand the blissful Balearics | LiveShareTravel - Liberating luxury for the smart traveller It would come as a surprise no one that I am forever dreaming of sunshine, beaches and adventures. Lockdown looks to be finally, slowly, coming to an end in the UK, but the rebirth of travel seems to be still a little way away. But, that has not stopped me dreaming of some of my favourite places in the world, and one that has been front of mind lately is Spain and The Balearic islands of Majorca, Ibiza, Menorca and Formentera ..read more

Luxurious resort Whittlebury Park joins RCI | LiveShareTravel - Liberating luxury for the smart traveller RCI has announced a new affiliation with family-owned Northamptonshire resort, Whittlebury Park. Set in a 600-acre estate, Whittlebury Park Estate is a luxurious retreat, featuring an award-winning 254-bedroom four-star hotel; a conference and training centre; five dining outlets; a 36-hole Championship golf course and luxurious spa facilities ..read more