September 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re based in Strasbourg but want to know about the best road trips from the city to surrounding French areas and beyond? We’ve definitely got you covered. But isn’t Strasbourg simply a stunning city? The capital and jewel in the crown of the Alsace-Lorraine region, this magnificent metropolis mixes [...]
September 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
You’re looking for getaways from Ghent? We’ve got you sorted. But it’s such a great place, isn’t it? [...]
September 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Ah, lovely Copenhagen. With its cool culture, excellent quality of life and superb scenery, it’s definitely one of the world’s best places to live, visit and generally hang out for a while. From the Danish royal family’s Amalienborg Castle in the city’s unique 18th century Rococo Frederiksstaden district to the [...]
September 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Based in Bruges for a bit? Lovely stuff. The capital of West Flanders in Belgium’s Flemish Region is one of the world’s most unique cities – with more scenic (and historical) nooks and crannies than you can shake a waffle at. Characterised by charming cobbled streets, captivating canals and marvellous [...]
September 16, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Spending some time in Antwerp eh? What a great place to hang out. Belgium’s biggest city by area and second-largest metropolitan area after Brussels, Antwerp is a bustling city with a busy port (Europe’s 2nd-busiest and in the world’s top 10). But enough with the stats – Antwerp has also [...]
September 16, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re cooling off in Annecy for a while? Good for you! The largest city in the Haute-Savoie region of the French Alps is easy on the eye and a tonic for the soul. Truly one of the most preternaturally beautiful medieval settlements in the nation, it caresses the shore [...]
July 13, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Ah, Murcia. Spain's 7th-largest city and capital of the region of the same name looks and feels as lovely as it sounds. Located on the Segura River in the country’s south east, its mild winters and hot summers complement its cultural, architectural and historical riches. And its fresh, farm-to-table tapas [...]
July 12, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Montenegro – this exotic sounding Balkan nation is named Crna Gora in the native tongue, which translates as ‘Black Mountain’. Nestled in Southeastern Europe on the Adriatic Sea, it’s bordered by Croatia, Albania, Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia – as well as sharing a sea border with Italy. Podgorica [...]
July 12, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Planning a trip to Lithuania? Or maybe you actually live there? We’re jealous either way. [...]
July 12, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Spending some time in Toulouse? Magnifique! [...]
July 12, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re spending some time in Stuttgart? Or maybe you live there at the moment? Either way, lucky you. The capital (and biggest city) of the German state of Baden-Wurttemberg, Stuttgart sits on the River Neckar, in striking distance of the Black Forest and Swabian Jura. The 6th-largest city in [...]
July 11, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Spending some time in Bologna? It’s a real treat for the soul and stomach. The biggest city in Emilia-Romagna region and 7th-largest in Italy, it has developed under Etruscan, Celtic and Roman rulers and is famous for its distinctive red -tiled rooftops, radical politics and ancient university (oldest in the [...]
May 19, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Nestled on the Mediterranean in the foothills of the Sierra Blanca mountains between Malaga and the Strait of Gibraltar, Marbella couldn’t have a more naturally beautiful setting. A major Costa del Sol city and municipality, it hosts the HQ of the region’s Association of Municipalities and its stunning scenery and [...]
May 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Ah, Cologne. A city that’s as sultry and sophisticated as it sounds. The biggest city in the North Rhine-Westphalia region and Germany’s fourth-largest metropolis, Koln (as locals call it) has a plethora of pleasurable attractions. Its stunning skyline is pierced by the twin spires of its iconic cathedral and there [...]
May 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Naples (or Napoli as locals call it) is Italy’s third most-populous city and the capital of Campania region. With an urban sprawl scattered beyond the city walls for many miles, it’s an exciting city that blends hard-knock sensibility with classical elegance, amazing art and a stirring shot of romance. Founded [...]
May 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Still best known to some around the world for its Holy Shroud, Turin is a buzzing cultural and business hub in Northern Italy that’s always a joy to visit. Although this city might not be as famous as Rome or Milan, it’s the capital of the prominent Piedmont region and [...]
May 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
A Costa del Sol city with a difference, Malaga is unique, historic and sophisticated. Picasso’s home town has lots to recommend it, including the up and coming Soho art district, a revitalised port area, a food scene that spans everything from tapas to haute cuisine, and authentic Spanish nightlife that [...]
May 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Dublin. You know it’s got soul. For those in the know, the Republic of Ireland’s iconic capital isn’t just one of the world’s best party cities ‐ it’s also a literary capital, historical hotspot and (at least for some) an international catalyst for the collapse of imperial power during the [...]
May 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
History. Beaches. Cuisine. Culture. Alicante has it all. The capital of Alicante province in Spain’s Valencian Community, Alicante city is always a fantastic place to visit. An expansive waterfront, ancient castle and interesting old quarter lend it an attractive ambience and (especially at weekends), there’s a brilliant buzz about the [...]
May 17, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re spending some time in Antalya? Great choice. Turkey’s fifth most populous city has a prime position on Anatolia’s southwest coast, nestled between Turquoise Mediterranean waters and the Taurus Mountains. This is a metropolis that beautifully balances ancient and modern elements ‐ with the outstanding Ottoman architecture of its [...]
May 2, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Perpetual sunshine. Contemporary cosmopolitan cities. Fantastic frontier towns. Endless miles of otherworldly outback. Amazing animals. Laid-back locals. Just some of the ingredients that make Australia so special ‐ if you’re headed for an adventure Down Under sometime soon, you’ll want to embrace everything that’s amazing about this vast, varied land. [...]
May 2, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Poland might not top everyone’s list of European destinations, but there are many reasons that your trip here will be one to cherish. Firstly, the people. Although economic development has brought some elements of westernisation, they still dispense traditional Eastern community values and earthy hospitality at will. And Poland is [...]
May 1, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Off to Northern Ireland for a holiday or business trip? There are lots of reasons why this fascinating part of the UK is one of Europe’s most exciting places to visit. The thrilling terrain here includes everything from mountains to loughs (lakes) and a curvaceous coastline carved in prehistoric times. [...]
May 1, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Whether you’re visiting on holiday or for business, Hungary is always a fascinating place to visit. Capital Budapest can lay claim to having Europe’s most dynamic night time economy, but you’ll find awesome architecture, fabulous traditional art, soothing thermal spas and sumptuous scenery throughout the nation. Bordered by Ukraine, Serbia [...]
April 29, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Planning a holiday in the Czech Republic? Or perhaps you’re heading there for business? Either way, fitting in one of our ten terrific road trips is a brilliant way of discovering more about the scenery, history and culture in this eclectic central European country. Capital Prague is at the vanguard [...]
April 15, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Seville might not top the charts for Spanish holiday destinations, but its seductive mix of culture, history and modern metropolitan delights will soon win you over – and by the time you leave, you’ll want to return again ASAP. The crowning centrepiece of its city centre is its huge Gothic [...]
April 15, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Off to Munich for a holiday or work trip? Prepare to be seriously impressed by the Bavarian capital’s mind-blowing mix of historical and high-tech, modern and contemporary. A lederhosen-clad driver in a cutting-edge car with a graffiti paint job might be the closest you get to a visual representation of [...]
April 15, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re heading for Milan? We’re jealous ‐ for many, this fast, future-facing city is the fashion capital of the world, and thanks to legendary Clubs AC and Inter, it’s no slouch when it comes to the beautiful game either! This home of the beautiful people has been ruled by [...]
April 15, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
A tough but terrific port town in southern France, Marseille is a multicultural metropolis with a proud history that stretches back to antiquity, and it’s seen by some as second only to Paris in terms of national significance. A brilliant place to visit, it’s also a great base for road [...]
April 14, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
A historic city that’s pulsating with all the passions of life, Spanish capital Madrid is always a pleasure to visit. Its architecture might not be quite as iconic as that of Barcelona, but it’s a beautiful city nonetheless, peppered with pretty palaces, grand mansions, simple yet stunning Baroque styles and [...]
April 14, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
A legendary European nation replete with romantic scenery, Germany is a real treat for your eyes, heart and soul. From fairy tale castles perched on dramatic crags to dark forests brimming with folklore, and historic towns to cosmopolitan cities, there’s something to satisfy everyone. [...]
April 14, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re off to Austria? Whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure, it’s sure to take pride of place amongst your dream destinations. No matter if you’re driving through deep valleys, winding through mountain passes or threading between lakes, the scenery is simply superb. Visit in the winter and you [...]
April 14, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Heading to Rome for a holiday? The Eternal City is one of the most famous destinations on the planet ‐ not only the capital of Italy but the historical heart of the Roman Empire. It’s also within reach of sublime Italian countryside, towns and villages ‐ ideal for road trips. [...]
February 25, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re off to Albufeira? What a treat – this awesome resort is a great launchpad for exploring the rest of Portugal's prime Algarve tourist area, but there’s so much to do here that you’ll want to balance your time between exploring its attractions and heading further afield. A longstanding [...]
February 23, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you want to discover New Zealand's preternatural beauty by car? You’re in for a wild ride through cosmopolitan cities, charming towns and coastal and alpine landscapes in one of the world’s last great wildernesses. The Kiwi terrain is so diverse that it feels like there’s a whole continent packed [...]
January 20, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The landscapes of the UK are incredibly romantic, and a road trip is a jolly good way to explore the postcard-perfect scenery. From rugged Scotland to dramatic Northern Ireland, wild Wales to picturesque England, driving around the UK is a wonderful way to see the sights and soak up its [...]
January 4, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
With its mountains, forests, curvaceous coastline and cool cities, Slovenia is one of the best places in the world to explore by car. This stunning and safe central European nation punches way above its weight by packing in more culture, cuisine and natural beauty than some rivals ten times its [...]
December 31, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Oh Vienna – it’s not only 80s synth-pop pioneers Ultravox who fell in love with the Austrian capital. One of the most romantic cities in the world and a cultural behemoth and magnet for artists, musicians and intellectuals, Vienna was the largest German-speaking city on Earth until the start of [...]
December 31, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Planning a holiday to Zagreb? Croatia's capital might be last on alphabetised lists of global cities but there are many reasons it’s first choice for travel adventurers. Located along the Sava River on the slopes of Medvednica mountain, this sublime natural setting is complemented by a rich history and culture [...]
December 29, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Ah, Sweden. Just whispering the name of the largest Scandinavian nation feels like an incantation. If you’re picturing snowy peaks, verdant forests, 24/7 summer daylight and IKEA flat-packs, you’re not wrong. But there’s so much more to explore in this amazing country – including crystalline lakes, pristine, sophisticated cities and [...]
December 29, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Dramatic fjords so deep that they seem to disappear into the centre of the Earth. Rugged snow-dusted mountains. The chameleonic lights of the Aurora Borealis. All in all, there’s perhaps no other nation in the world as well-suited to road trips as Norway. From barren Artic to bustling towns and [...]
December 29, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re taking an Italian road trip staycation? If you’re driven by la dolce vita, there’s no better place on Earth. This southern European nation is blessed by an embarrassment of historical and cultural riches and hosts much of the world’s best art, architecture and cuisine. But it’s also no [...]
December 29, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re planning a Danish staycation? Lucky you! This heartland of Scandi-style is frequently touted as the world’s happiest nation and it’s no slouch when it comes to producing bacon and world-class footballer either. And this unique nation (comprised of a peninsula perched on the top of Germany and accompanied [...]
December 7, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
As the weather becomes colder, many of us find ourselves hunkering down in our homes in search of warmth and comfort. But there’s a barren yet majestic natural beauty that can only be found during the colder months, making a winter road trip a must-do. From winding drives through the [...]
December 7, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
As the weather becomes colder, many of us find ourselves hunkering down in our homes in search of warmth and comfort. But there’s a barren yet majestic natural beauty that can only be found during the colder months, making a winter road trip a must-do. From winding drives through the [...]
December 7, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
As the weather becomes colder, many of us find ourselves hunkering down in our homes in search of warmth and comfort. But there’s a barren yet majestic natural beauty that can only be found during the colder months, making a winter road trip a must-do. From winding drives through the [...]
November 19, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re off to Nicosia soon? We’re jealous! Also known as Lefkosia, the oft-overlooked capital of Cyprus is the beating heart of the island’s culture and a historically fascinating city with a vibrant street-life which is a rewarding place to spend your time. The Old Town is still where the [...]
November 19, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Rolling into Riga for a holiday? Great choice – Latvia's capital city and the largest capital of all the Baltic nations is home to 615,000 inhabitants or roughly one-third of the entire populace. Founded back in 1201 and formerly a member of the powerful Hanseatic League international trading organization, Riga [...]
November 17, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Planning a holiday to Slovenia? Croatia's capital might be last on alphabetised lists of global cities but there are many reasons it’s first choice for travel adventurers. Located along the Sava River on the slopes of Medvednica mountain, this sublime natural setting is complemented by a rich history and culture [...]
October 21, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
A small city with a big soul, Iceland’s Reykjavik is the world’s most northerly capital and it’s a cool place to visit in more ways than one. First settled in 874AD by Ingolfr Arnarson, it was officially founded in 1785 as a trading town and in the subsequent centuries expanded [...]
October 21, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Venturing to Istanbul for a holiday, business trip, or maybe a mixture of both? If you haven’t been before, you’ll find this vibrant, historic Turkish city of 15 million residents a real eye-opener. The largest city in Europe (and 15th-largest in the world), Istanbul was once known as Constantinople (which [...]
October 18, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Heading off to Frankfurt for a holiday, business trip, or to catch up with friends and family? You’re in for a fab treat in the biggest city in the German state of Hesse. Officially known as Frankfurt-am-Main, there are 760,000 inhabitants in this vibrant metropolis and it’s the heart of [...]
October 18, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re off to the Netherlands for a break? Congrats on your impeccable taste – this is one of the world’s most interesting, liberal and forward-thinking nations. Synonymous with tulip wheels, clogs, cheese, windmills and total football (courtesy of Johann Cruyff) the main cities here are Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague [...]
October 18, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re heading to Helsinki? Lucky you – the Finnish capital is one of the world’s coolest cities in more ways than one! With a city population of 656,000 and a greater urban population of 1.2 million, it’s the world’s northernmost metro area and the most northerly capital in the [...]
October 18, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Taking a trip to Tallinn? You’re in for a real treat – Estonia's capital city is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe and rivals any city in the world in terms of sheer beauty. Its hypnotic skyline features sleek church spires, terracotta tiled towers and ornate onion dome [...]
September 26, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re visiting Reading? Congrats on your impeccable taste – there’s something for everyone in this terrific Thames Valley market town and even more to explore in surrounding Berkshire and beyond. Sitting where the River Thames and Kennet estuary meet, and just 46km west of London, Reading is perfectly positioned [...]
September 26, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Visit Prague once and you’ll understand why for many travellers it’s Europe’s most beautiful city – outstripping perennial favourites like Paris and Rome in terms of its boundless bouquet of awesome aesthetic charms. A Bohemian rhapsody of ravishing palaces, medieval mansions, sublime squares and bustling boulevards, architectural styles here span [...]
September 26, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Heading to Coventry for a staycation this year – or perhaps you’re based there all year round? [...]
September 25, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Britain has a host of seaside resorts, but Bournemouth has long been a favourite – its perpetually popular 7 mile strip of silk-soft sand has attracted generations of British holidaymakers, so if you’ve chosen it as a staycation destination, you’ll be in good company. As well as wonderful water sports [...]
September 22, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
A bijou capital city nestled between mountains and sea, Norway's Oslo is blessed by culture, entertainment and a pioneering spirit. Whether you’re visiting here for a few days or longer, you’re in for a real treat in a city that effortlessly blends stunning scenery with a cosmopolitan ambience. Its most [...]
September 22, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Any visit to Stockholm is time well spent and first-time visitors often experience acute pangs of jealousy when they realise how much this cool capital city offers permanent residents. Known as ‘beauty on water’ to locals, this is a metropolis with an embarrassment of historical, cultural and culinary attractions – [...]
September 21, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Heading to Brighton for business or pleasure? Good choice – if you do like to be beside the seaside, this is one of Britain’s most iconic coastal resorts. The home of Fatboy Slim is famous for bouncing beats and hedonistic beach raves, 1960s clashes between Mods and Rockers (famously recreated [...]
September 21, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Steel City has a proud industrial past, a prominent sporting pedigree (home to two famous football teams) and punches above its weight when it comes to music (hometown of bands Deff Leppard, Arctic Monkeys, Pulp, ABC, Moloko, and Reverend and the Makers). Thanks to significant urban renewal, there’s a [...]
August 26, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Berlin is a cultural powerhouse which emerged from a troubled 20th century history to become a symbol of unity and internationalism. It’s also the metropolis which inspired John F. Kennedy to declare ‘Ich bin ein Berliner’ in 1963 and David Hasselhoff to belt out his hit song ‘Looking for Freedom’ [...]
August 26, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
One of the world's most iconic cities, Amsterdam is characterised by authentic multistorey gabled buildings mirrored in sparkling canal waters and criss-crossed by pretty footbridges. But it also blends old with new, as museums packed with classic artworks complement contemporary design hubs, with a liberal night time economy that attracts [...]
August 22, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you’re taking a trip to Braga for a holiday, or a nice day out? [...]
August 21, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
The very name Athens instantly conjures up images of the myths and legends of antiquity – with bearded, enkyklon-clad sages conversing thoughtfully on the steps of classical temples. Modern Athens doesn’t disappoint when it comes to jaw-dropping historical sites, but it’s also a buzzing contemporary capital with a thriving and [...]
August 21, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Nestled on a sumptuous strip of the Iberian Peninsula with Spain on one side and the Atlantic on the other, Portugal boasts a unique mix of transatlantic, African and European influences which flavour everything from its food to architecture and customs. With scenery that spans golden beaches and gorgeous holiday [...]
August 11, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
A sparkling jewel in Europe’s cultural crown and one of the world’s most distinctive and iconic cities, Barcelona is a spellbinding metropolis by the sea which is packed full of otherworldly architecture and blessed by an awesome arts scene and amazing cafes, bars, restaurants and nightclubs. If it’s your first [...]
August 9, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
A small archipelago packed with more history and sublime scenery per square inch than many larger territories, Malta has much to offer anyone exploring by car. Here you’ll find romantic hidden coves, dramatic cliffs, prehistoric temples, sheltered bays and burnished sand beaches lapped by crystal-clear waters. [...]
August 8, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Bordered by seven scenic hillsides with sublime vistas across the Rio Tejo, Portuguese capital Lisbon is full of sparkling whitewashed cathedrals, rambling ruins and serpentine alleyways, with this combination of charming architecture and natural aesthetics making it one of the world’s most striking cities. [...]
July 31, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
A thriving city in England’s south west between Somerset in the south, Gloucestershire in the south and south Wales across the Severn Estuary, bustling Bristol has a population of 668,000 in the urban area. [...]
July 31, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
With heavenly beaches, bustling resorts, fabulous fishing villages, gorgeous green spaces, unique fauna and flora, and captivating culture, Portugal’s Algarve is one of the best places in the world to relax and unwind. [...]
July 28, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
The biggest town in Calderdale, West Yorkshire, Halifax is replete with striking Victorian architecture and has a proud industrial history. Attractions like the Halifax Minster, Piece Hall, Eureka! The National Children’s Museum, shops, theatres, markets and a magnificent culinary scene mean it’s a buzzing place to visit. [...]
July 12, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Zurich might be near the end of alphabetized lists of holiday destinations, but it’s top-notch when it comes to things to see and do. [...]
July 10, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Algarve is an incredibly popular holiday destination amongst brits and most people tend to fly into Faro Airport, due to its central location and the frequency of flights. There is heeps to do within the city itself but it is also perfectly located to explore the stunning Algarve region. [...]
July 10, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
There are so many superb locations to choose from in this fabulous country, but thanks to its cosmopolitan charms and fantastic attractions available on its fringes, for us Paris is hard to beat. [...]
June 28, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Cambridgeshire’s Peterborough might not be the obvious choice for your British staycation, but there’s much more to this city than meets the eye. [...]
June 25, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
A major maritime port and transport hub, Southampton is a dynamic city which is strategically located close to the New Forest, Isle of Wight and Portsmouth. [...]
June 23, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
This famous Devon port city has history aplenty, with human settlement here stretching back to the Bronze age, its prominence as a Roman trading port, its heritage as the place where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for North America, and its importance during the English Civil War, Industrial Revolution, WWII [...]
June 10, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Looking for a Celtic staycation where there’s a welcome in the hillsides, endless miles of scenic drives and bucketloads of history and culture? In that case, Swansea is a wise choice indeed. [...]
June 9, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Leicester is probably most famous these days due to its fantastic football team (FA Cup winners and Premiership champions in recent seasons). [...]
June 8, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
For many locals and visitors alike, The Lake District is England’s most beautiful area, so if you’re swithering over whether it’s a good staycation destination, we can thoroughly recommend it! [...]
April 27, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Liverpool is a northern English city that’s world-famous for its rival football teams Liverpool FC and Everton FC, its world-beating musical heritage (headlined by The Beatles) its proud multi-cultural population (locals here are known as ‘Scousers’) and its legendary nights out. [...]
April 26, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Once a global epicentre of industry, Belfast is an amazing city which has a complex past, welcoming culture and has recently earned an excellent reputation as a cosmopolitan metropolis where locals mix and mingle with visitors from all over the world. [...]
April 23, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Ah Glasgow ̶ Scotland’s largest and (arguably) friendliest city. [...]
April 6, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Before you start your engine, read on for a few useful tips on driving in Majorca. [...]
March 30, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Famous as the home of legendary outlaw Robin Hood, this is an inclusive, future-facing city which fuses its fascinating past with a contemporary music and club scene enlivened by its huge student population and terrifically talented locals. [...]
March 29, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
The heart of the West Midlands, its Big City Plan has revitalised the city centre and its architectural highlights include a cutting-edge library, sparkling shopping mall perched on top of New St Station, gorgeous grand Victorian buildings, distinctive Bullring shopping centre and the futuristic bubbled façade of the Selfridge building. [...]
March 8, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
With its pleasant subtropical-Mediterranean climate, scenic coastal location and aeons of history, the city of Paphos is one of the best places to base yourself in Cyprus. [...]
February 18, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
An ancient land where myth, mystery and history is packed into every nook and cranny, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK) sits off the north-west coast of the European mainland and comprises four constituent nations: Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland. [...]
February 18, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
An ancient land where myth, mystery and history is packed into every nook and cranny, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK) sits off the north-west coast of the European mainland and comprises four constituent nations: Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland. [...]
August 2, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
Today Manchester is a UNESCO City of Literature and a multi-ethnic, thriving northern powerhouse whose inhabitants come from as far flung as Somalia and Jamaica. It’s ideally located for exploring the North of England, and is surrounded by historic sights and amazing outings. [...]
March 21, 2020 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
If you’re counting down the days until your next adventure, consider one of these scenic road trips in South America. These winding roads will lead you into rural wilderness, lush greenery and the heart of Argentina, Bolivia and beyond. [...]
March 4, 2020 - Melanie Hamilton
There’s nothing like a good old fashioned road trip. Whether just for an afternoon or for a few weeks, there’s just something about loading up the car and hitting the road. From Norway’s majestic fjords, Australia’s Martian landscape, California’s creamy coasts and so much more. There are plenty of asphalt [...]
May 26, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Otherwise known as as ‘Aurora borealis’ in the north and ‘Aurora australis’ in the south, the Northern Lights are on almost every traveler’s bucket list. [...]