Lisa Jeeves

Bhutan is a remote Himalayan country, known as the Land of the Dragon to its inhabitants. Separated from India — and thus the British Empire — by the steep ascent of the Himalayan foothills at its...

Some of the harder to reach locations in the southern region of Costa Rica are the most rewarding to visit in terms of wildlife. Focusing on the Corcovado National Park on a wildlife holiday in Costa...

Wildlife holidays in Costa Rica take nature enthusiasts to a small but vibrant biodiversity hotspot in Central America. Varied topography and two coastlines ensure that this tropical nation is rich in...

Wildlife holidays in Costa Rica’s south take wildlife enthusiasts to an under-visited biodiversity hotspot in this spectacular country: Corcovado National Park. Its location in the far south of the...

This charming village on the Italian side of the base of Mont Blanc offers perfect ski options for families with older children who like a bit of a challenge, and something a bit more interesting...

A barging holiday in the Bordeaux region of France presents the perfect way to enjoy the area from a unique and very relaxed perspective. Combine the luxury elements of a floating hotel and the...

With more and more people taking a break to practice their skiing or other winter sporting skills, getting suitable accommodation - which is close enough to the slopes and other activities - is an...

I am a big advocate of winter vacations and particularly for families with young kids. It is a great way to escape home for a short break, while getting into the festive spirit at the same time...

Tiger tours make for a thrilling wildlife holiday for enthusiasts of all ages. Travel to India on one of the fabulous Tiger tours and you will truly be embarking on the holiday of a lifetime. This...

As most of the ski chalet and hotel industry rely upon catering companies for their clients there are many seasonal worker jobs available ranging from chefs, sous chefs, servers and other catering...

The 21st century is a dream come true for travels. Gone are the days when only the very rich could afford to travel, and only if they had weeks or months to spare for the planning. In this day and...

If you’re a chocolate lover (and, let’s face it, most of us are) then you’ll know that salt is often added to chocolate recipes as it intensifies the flavour. It sounds strange that two such opposing...

Nowadays, the range of options for couples shopping for engagement rings is much more varied than it was only a couple of decades ago. And one of the most notable changes within the field has been the...

If you plan on travelling to Paris with a group, there are a number of excellent hostels offering group accommodation in the heart of the French capital. These hostels make for excellent, safe...

When you’re making a long journey, it can be easy enough to start daydreaming about the future and what it might be like for drivers in a few decades time – how will vehicles look, and how will they...