Category: Travel

The time of year has come where we are all looking forward to shedding our winter coats and planning our Summer getaways… and where better to forget your cares and chill out on the beach than Australia? The beaches No matter where you are planning on heading in Australia, you are likely to come across the type of beaches that those back home can only dream of. Whether you plan to check out the aquatic life, catch a wave or …

Its easy to go months or even years without taking a break, and once we take the time to relax, we often realise that we really needed to chill out and recharge our batteries, returning to work clear-headed and refreshed, and being more productive as a result. Blue Chip Holidays recently completed a new survey, to study the must-haves for people who want to take the time for a luxury holiday. The results were an interesting look into what most …

After the terror attacks in Paris in November last year, combined with the attacks in the airport and Metro in Brussels a few days ago, many people are considering cancelling their plans to travel to Europe this year. The U.S State Department has released a travel alert for travel to and throughout the continent until the 20th of June, and many other governments are warning citizens to remain vigilant in public places, and especially when using public transportation. So should …

Travelling is awesome. In fact, its that good that you may want to quit your job and move abroad for good. Just imagine spending your days in the sunshine, bathing on the beach and drinking a cocktail. Wouldnt that be wonderful? Yes, it would, and it can be your life if you want it to be. All you have to do is make the decision to up sticks and move away for good. And, if you take a look at …

In the quest to build our careers, we are often forced to work tirelessly and neglect our personal and social lives. This can be tiring over time, but there are a number of rewards that make this sacrifice well worth your time. It is important that you learn to integrate balance into your life, however, as this will help you to cope with a substantial volume of work and negate the risks posed by stress. How to balance work and …

Renowned for its picture-perfect scenery, theres more to do in Scotland than simply admire the view. With its bustling cities, history-rich castles and idyllic lochs, the country is quickly becoming the go-to place for tourists. Whether youre enjoying a weekend break in Edinburgh or a secluded stay in the highlands, here are a few tips to ensure you make the most of your trip without breaking the bank. Get around for less Depending on where youre staying, some attractions may …

Its Good Friday on 25th March and if youre planning on getting away from it all, why not head to the UK? Home of rolling countryside, bustling cities and traditional seaside resorts, theres plenty of places to choose from here are some of our favourites: South Shields It may not be the busiest seaside destination, but South Shields has a lot to offer in terms of tourism. Located on the North East coast, theres great beaches, a family-friendly funfair and …

In these progressive times more and more women are taking the initiative to travel on their own. However, there still remains a big number of those who would like to, but are scared. There’s nothing to be afraid of! Perhaps certain places tend to be more dangerous than others, but there are some destinations that you will be able to go to without a shadow of a doubt. Some of them might require a little more money from you, but …

Despite all of us loving a good holiday, most of us wont appreciate the financial outlay. But with the help of some handy flight apps, mapping tools and even some online casino games, we can all afford to go on holiday with just a little extra luxury! Checking for cheap flights online has unfortunately turned into something of an information deluge, with many flight comparison sites adding on extra service charges at the very last minute. Thankfully there are a …

When youre visiting a new destination, one which youve never been to before, one you have no prior knowledge of, and one you simply dont know your way around, when you have kids in tow, this can be a rather daunting prospect. It sounds strange to describe a holiday as daunting, but its a truth for the first few days at least. This is all a recipe for stress, when you should be out there enjoying yourself. A good answer …