May 23, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Beach clubs are a perfect addition to an already luxury trip away, and are popular across Spain and its Balearic and Canary Islands. But, what makes a beach club so popular? Is it the vibes each club exudes? The laid-back and relaxed atmosphere? The delicious food and drink served? The [...]
August 18, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
When you think of the world’s best beaches, you might not think of Scotland. Places like Jamaica, Hawaii, and the Maldives – probably spring to mind, but Scotland? Not so much. While the lochs, mountain ranges, and castles are much explored, the beaches are a different story. But that makes [...]
September 28, 2022 - Aleyna Yilmaz
Summer might be over in the Northern Hemisphere, but that doesn’t mean we’re ready to let it go. We’re all guilty of a nostalgic scroll through summer photos, reminiscing on good times gone by. But let’s look to the future… and start planning for next year! Ibiza is a slice [...]
August 4, 2022 - Melanie May
Playa del Carmen is a resort town along the Riviera Maya stretch of the Caribbean coastline on Mexico’s northeastern Yucatán Peninsula. The region is famous for its crystal clear, warm waters and proximity to the Mesoamerican Reef. This reef is home to 105 different types of coral and 262 species [...]
August 1, 2022 - Melanie May
The Riviera Maya is a stretch of Caribbean coastline on Mexico’s northeastern Yucatán Peninsula. The region is famous for its crystal clear, warm waters and proximity to the Mesoamerican Reef. This reef is home to 105 different types of coral and 262 species of fish. There’s also a wide variety [...]
July 22, 2022 - Aleyna Yilmaz
Kauai is Hawaii’s ‘Garden Island’, thanks to the tropical rainforest that covers much of the island. And that’s a very accurate description – the island is blanketed in forests, palm trees, and majestic mountains. This makes incredible backdrops for some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. Kauai is world-renowned for [...]
July 8, 2022 - Melanie May
Maui is the second-largest island in Hawaii and has a massive 120 miles (193 km) of coastline. The island has a rich marine life, which is why it is one of the best places to go snorkelling in Hawaii. However, there are also plenty of spots where you can just [...]
July 6, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
Roughly the same size as the UK’s Isle of Wight, Grenada is an eastern Caribbean chain of islands comprising Carriacou, Petite Martinique, and Grenada itself. But while it might be modest in size, there’s nothing remotely modest about its snorkeling scene. With more than 45 pristine white beaches, a dozen [...]
July 5, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
Known as the “soft coral capital of the world”, Fiji boasts some of the best snorkeling experiences on the planet. The waters surrounding its 300 islands and 500 islets are teeming with kaleidoscopic corals, neon-hued reef fish and big marine life, including sea turtles, dolphins, sharks and whales. From shallow [...]
June 27, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
Cozumel is a popular stop-off for Caribbean cruises, but it’s easy to avoid the crowds underwater. Floating a few miles off the Quintana Roo mainland, this Caribbean jewel offers superb snorkelling territory. It’s a tiny island, but the surrounding waters are teeming with marine life, including manatees, turtles and rays. [...]
April 18, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
The Dominican Republic is best known for its fly-and-flop holidays, but there’s plenty to keep active holidaymakers happy too. Unsurprisingly, snorkeling is a popular pastime in the Dominican Republic. While the Atlantic coast is characterized by harsh currents and rough sea, the Caribbean coast is all calm and clear waters, [...]
April 13, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
The Caribbean is renowned for its gently lapping waves, powder white sands and rum cocktails. It’s the ultimate holiday for water babies too, home to eye-popping marine diversity, shallow reefs and epic wrecks. Year-round bath-water-warm sea temperatures and excellent visibility make for brilliant snorkeling too. But the archipelago is big [...]
January 24, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
Hawaii’s third-largest island Oahu is a picture-perfect paradise. Known as the ‘Gathering Place’, it’s home to the state’s colourful capital of Honolulu, Pearl Harbour and the world-famous Waikiki Beach. The island itself is made up of two overlapping volcanoes, known as a volcanic doublet, which (unsurprisingly) makes for some staggering [...]
January 17, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
Between its gently lapping waters, bathwater-warm temperatures and vibrant underwater life, Jamaica boasts some of the best snorkeling experiences in the Caribbean. There are over 450 sq. miles (1165 sq. km) of coral reefs fringing the island, most of which are in excellent condition. The best snorkeling spots in Jamaica [...]
November 22, 2021 - Allie D'Almo
The Bahamas boast some of the best beaches and reefs in the world, from pink sandy stretches to rocky outcrops ringed by rich marine life. If you’ve got snorkeling in mind, you’re in the right place. The seas surrounding the Bahamas 700+ islands are bursting with tropical fish and kaleidoscopic [...]
August 10, 2021 - Allie D'Almo
With close to 2,000 km of coastline, a mild year-round climate and a long swell window, Portugal is a surfers paradise. It’s a good option for surfers of all levels too, with friendly white water for wide-eyed beginners and plenty of gnarly point breaks for the pros. Add to this [...]
August 4, 2021 - Allie D'Almo
It doesn’t matter how beautiful Rome is, there’s only one place you want to be on a blisteringly hot day in August and that’s certainly not the Colosseum. When the temperatures soar – often creeping up to 40°C – everyone heads to la Spiaggia (the beach). Given the Eternal City’s [...]
March 30, 2021 - Allie D'Almo
Wales is a place of epic award-winning coastlines, rolling green countryside and rugged mountains — so wherever you decide to pitch up, you’re guaranteed beautiful scenery. It’s also home to some spectacular glamping sites, from luxury tents to tipis and treehouses to log cabins. If you’re looking for camping with [...]
February 21, 2021 - Melanie May
Greece is famous the world over for its picture-perfect, idyllic sandy beaches. In fact, many Greek beaches are regularly rated as the best beaches in the world. Whether you are looking for a secluded cove or a party paradise, Greek beaches are remarkably diverse. Therefore, you are sure to find [...]
January 21, 2021 - Melanie May
There are hundreds of beautiful lakes in France, and the French really do make the most of them. No matter what time of the year, you’ll see people on the lakes boating, swimming, fishing and partaking in water sports. Others simply stroll around the shoreline and just enjoy the unbeatable [...]
October 8, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
In need of an escape? To Puerto Rico, we go! Relax and unwind at one of these stunning resorts with a cocktail in hand. Nothing beats a long relaxing vacation in the Caribbean and with this list of the best resorts in Puerto Rico compiled below, all you have to [...]
October 7, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
Planning a trip to Barbados? Consider an all-inclusive resort where all is booked and paid in advance. Nothing beats a long, relaxing vacation, and with everything included all you have to do is get yourself to one of these all-inclusive Barbados resorts and enjoy! [...]
October 7, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
For those looking for all-inclusive Mexican resorts to escape to, we have some stunning spots for you to choose from. Nothing beats a long relaxing vacation and with everything included all you have to do is show up. [...]
October 7, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
For those looking for all-inclusive Jamaican resorts to escape to and unwind, we have some stunning spots for you to choose from. Nothing beats a long, relaxing vacation in the Caribbean and with everything included all you have to do is show up and enjoy. [...]
August 27, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Irish sea isn’t exactly famous for being the warmest, but that chilly water is said to bring a lot of benefits. Swimming in the sea apparently boosts your immune system as cold water boosts the white blood cell count in the body. Plus, swimming in the sea can even [...]
July 14, 2020 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
You’ve heard of the Northern Lights for sure, but did you know that the Southern Lights can rival even the most stunning light displays on the Northern hemisphere? This beautiful light phenomenon is otherwise known as as ‘Aurora Borealis’ in the north and ‘Aurora Australis’ in the south. [...]
March 10, 2020 - Elizabeth Thorn
Beaches in Aruba are well-known worldwide for their alabaster sand and calming waves. And, it’s no visit to this Caribbean island’s iconic beaches without also checking out one (or all) of Aruba’s coolest beach bars. [...]
December 28, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays or buzzing party spots, we have all the top spots when it comes to the very best beaches in Spain. [...]
December 28, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays or buzzing beach bars, we have all the top spots when it comes to the very best beaches in Italy. [...]
December 28, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays on tropical islands or buzzing party spots, we have all the top spots when it comes to the very best beaches in the Caribbean. [...]
November 29, 2019 - Elizabeth Thorn
The Secret Lagoon in El Nido was recently voted at the No. 5 . With such superb sand, surf and super laid back vibes it makes sense that this Filipino cluster of islands is home to some pretty stellar beach bars as well. [...]
November 27, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays on tropical islands or buzzing party spots, we have all the top spots when it comes to the best beaches in the Philippines. [...]
November 21, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Diving is one of the world’s greatest pleasures – an activity where you can truly be at one with nature and enjoy this gorgeous planet that we all get to call home. Only people who have been lucky enough to learn and practice diving will know the magical feeling that [...]
November 21, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays on tropical islands or buzzing party spots, we have all the top spots when it comes to the best beaches in Thailand. [...]
November 15, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays on tropical islands or popular resorts, we have all the top spots when it comes to the best beaches in Myanmar. The country has over 2,000 km of coastline, so there’s some beautiful beaches here. [...]
November 7, 2019 - Elizabeth Thorn
When it comes to the best beach bars in Phuket, you’re definitely not strapped for choice. This mountainous Thai island is home to some of the in the country, if not all of Asia. And, each beautiful beach is brimming with numerous sand-kissed bars and luxurious beach clubs to [...]
November 7, 2019 - Elizabeth Thorn
Sparkling blue waters bounce light off of the white-washed buildings and famous windmills in Mykonos. This idyllic Greek island is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, in part due to the fact that it’s home to some of the in the world. [...]
November 4, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Planning a seaside getaway? You’ve come to the right place, as the very best beaches in Indonesia are some of the most beautiful in the world. Whether you’re travelling as a family, in a couple or solo, these are the beaches that will win you over with crashing waves and [...]
October 22, 2019 - Elizabeth Thorn
If you’re planning a trip to just in time to enjoy summer, then you’re in luck. Both Cape Town and Johannesburg are slated to be super hot travel destinations in 2020, but there are so many other things to do in this beautiful country that you might not even [...]
October 22, 2019 - Elizabeth Thorn
As the weather begins to heat up and the days get longer, it can only mean one thing: summer’s just around the corner. [...]
October 22, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
It doesn’t matter whether you’re in the mood for boozy beats and some dancing or a chilled day on a sun lounger, hitting up a beach bar or beach club is essential in Bali. Just like the island itself, the best beach bars in Bali are laid back yet seriously [...]
October 22, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
It doesn’t matter whether you’re in the mood for boozy beats and some dancing or a chilled day on a sun lounger, hitting up a beach bar or beach club is essential in Ibiza. Just like the island itself, the best beach bars in Ibiza are laid back yet seriously [...]
October 19, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re seeking a sandy stretch that feels like it’s your alone, hidden bays on tropical islands or buzzing party spots, we have all the top spots when it comes to the best beaches in Europe. [...]
July 2, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Forget about Barbados or the Bahamas if you want a Caribbean island getaway – there’s a relatively unknown piece of paradise that you should explore instead. Guadeloupe is the new hot spot that’s even more beautiful… [...]
June 21, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
You might be of the opinion that the most beautiful place on earth is the Maldives, and it’s tough to argue with that, but there’s one particular island that’s giving it a run for its money. [...]