Tell a Potterhead pirate - there's a new way to immerse yourself in the wizarding world.... Fans of the magical franchise can now rent a cottage directly opposite the Grade I listed house which doubled as Potter's first home in the films! You better believe we are Sirius right now! Image credit: originalcottages.co.uk De Vere…
Pirates, you know we prefer rum as our drink of choice when we're sailing the high seas. But after spotting this tequila hotel in Mexico, we might just be ready to switch it up.... At the unusual Matices Hotel de Barricas, tequila-loving travellers can stay in giant barrels located in the agave fields. It is…
Lovebirds, if you're already overwhelmed from the social commitment of the festive season, we know your pain. So we think you deserve to escape the chaos of Christmas and set sail on a romantic retreat with your other half for New Year! As usual, we've done all the hard work for you, sourcing the perfect…
For travellers across the UK, enjoying a tipple is an essential ritual for preparing to relax and enjoy a break. In fact, you could argue that a trip to the airport Spoons is as customary as security checks. But one campaign is fighting to halt this habit - or at least reduce it drastically. The…
Whether you’re a keen flier or a nervous passenger, there’s little denying that window seat travel can be visually spectacular. Flying over the earth’s natural spectacles like the towering alps, cerulean oceans or majestic jungles can provide the most memorable free entertainment on a plane. But such a novelty could soon become a thing of…
Happy Monday, pirates! Are you already half-asleep at your desk, daydreaming of a flamin-good time? A certain Caribbean beach might be exactly where you're looking to take flight. Flamingo Beach at the 4* Renaissance Resort & Casino in Oranjestad, the capital of the Caribbean island of Aruba, is now on our bucket list. This is…
Pirates, we asked you on our Instagram what's the most disgusting thing you (or a friend) has done on holiday and boy are we in for some treats (or not!). Get ready, here's what you had to say: Anonymous pirate 1: "Threw up in the pool at MCM Vegas" Anonymous pirate 2: "Filled the entire…
Pirates, it's no secret that Prague is a haven for beer-lovers. But did you know that it's home to the original beer spa? If not, we're here to tell you why it's time to Czech out this unique attraction - and we have no doubt you'll say "cheers" to it! For just €70 per person…
Yule never guess where it is? According to Travel Daily Media the KING of Christmas markets is actually Manchester featuring a wopping 31,059 times as a hashtag on Instagram! The top Christmas markets across Europe were chosen by looking at the amount of hashtags used for each Christmas market on Instagram. The country who takes…
Pirates, you've heard of cat cafes, dog cafes and even owl cafes, but lately it's the snake's time to ssssssshine. Hidden in Tokyo's ultra-cool Harajuku district lies the Tokyo Snake Centre, a spot where reptile lovers can sip a coffee alongside their favourite animals. The centre features 35 snakes with over 20 species, all of…
Hello! Is it brie you're looking for...? Pirates, we couldn't imagine a world without cheese. Truly, at any time of day, in any of its beautiful forms, cheese is a grate addition to all dishes. But in South Korea, this was the reality until fairly recently, with cheese only entering its gastronomic landscape in the…
Pirates, we've all been there: a "quiet one" at the pub turns into a full-blown night out, after which you wake up somewhere that definitely isn't your own bed. Indeed, when you're under the influence, there's no predicting where you might end up - as demonstrated by the poor bloke who fell asleep after a…
Yo ho ho! Christmas is coming pirates, and who can resist getting into the festive spirit? Christmas markets are nothing new; so rather than head to your knock off local 'German' Christmas market, why not head to the real deal! We've picked our favourite ones around Europe for you to enjoy, and soak up the…
Pirates, let's be honest, here: Christmas is a lifestyle. Christmas is a state of mind. Some embody that state of mind more than others. But if it's a state of mind you can embody, then Yule definitely want to apply for this job in Lapland, Finland. Lapland Safaris is hiring "elves" to work this Christmas…
Pirates, we bring you a talking point: a new hotel is opening in Majorca where men are completely banned. The Som Dona Women Only will open its doors in April 2019 to female travellers over the age of 18. It will be located in the picturesque fishing village of Porto Cristo, famed for its quaint…
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Last night, 17 October, 2018, Cobalt announced that they are indefinitely suspending operations with immediate effect. This Cypriot airline operates a number of flights from Manchester, London Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted to Larnaca in Cyprus. Passengers with un-flown tickets are being advised NOT to go to the airport as no flights will be operating and…
Pirates, many hotels shy away from the fact that their rooms double as dens for frisky couples to enjoy nookie away from home. But not all of them do - and they're not quiet about it, either. So whether you're looking for intimate romance in Paris or exploring your adventurous side in Mexico, we've compiled…
Norwegian have announced they are offering discounted fares to those stranded by the failure of Primera Air, you can find out more here!
Today, Primera Air announced that they are declaring bankruptcy and ceasing operations with immediate effect. This plucky upstart in the transatlantic market has struggled with rising fuel prices and expensive aircraft leases. While we're just as surprised as you guys, we'll do our very best to make sure you have the latest information as this…
Are you a Sirius Harry Potter fan? Well then we have some Christmas magic to share with you. This year the Warner Bros studios in London will be putting on a Christmas dinner in no other than on set in the Great Hall! The dinner goes on from the 10th - 12th December and the…
Ahoy, beer-swigging pirates! What could be better than a brewery brimming with the golden stuff? A brewery with a hotel attached, that's what - and it's exactly what's just touched down in the USA. Last month, Scottish craft beer giants Brewdog opened up The Doghouse, the world's first hotel to offer guests the chance to…
It’s pink pink pink and every Hello Kitty fans dream! Hold your horses... or should we say kitties? A Hello Kitty Cafe just opened and we need to go! The Hello Kitty Grand cafe has opened in Irvine, California and is the first and only permanent cafe in the U.S. Guests can come in for…
Ahoy pirates! We'd like to introduce you to a very special piece of artwork we've recently gotten wind of... Hidden in the bowels of the internet, the 'CasAnus' is a unique piece of modern art located in Belgium - the homeland of surrealism. The construction is part of the Verbeke Foundation, a museum home to…
Pirates, we’ve found these little underrated gems around the world for you to put on your gaming bucket list! We hope you feel consoled by just how cool they are... Akihabara, Tokyo A world-famous hub of gaming, manga and anime, you won’t want to miss out on this eclectic area of Tokyo. It is packed…
A dark form drifts beneath the still waters of Loch Ness; an unrecognisable howl echoes deep in the Javan rainforest; a giant figure materialises for just a moment through the thick Himalayan snow... Do you have the adventurous spirit to join our hunt for ten of the world’s most famous and elusive cryptids (creatures whose…
Pirates, prepare to say "thank you for the music", because an ABBA-themed restaurant is on its way to UK shores. London's O2 Arena is tipped to host Mama Mia! The Party, an ABBA-themed experience where guests can sing along to the pop classics. The idea for the restaurant was devised by Bjorn Ulvaeus - one…
Pirates, taking the odd smug holiday selfie for "the 'gram" is news to nobody. But did you know just how much time the average Brit spends crafting that perfect snap? According to new research, British holidaymakers spend a whopping 22 hours and 36 minutes trying to take the perfect holiday photo on a nine-day trip.…
Ahoy, single pirates! We bring you some interesting news. It turns out that love is quite literally in the air. A new survey from HSBC has revealed that an impressive one in fifty travellers has found the love of their life on a plane journey. The survey was conducted in July 2018 and included responses…
Suns out, buns out anyone? Are your suitcases ALWAYS overflowing with clothes? We have a solution for yer - a holiday in the nuddy! There’s a new (or should we say nude) website similar to Air BnB called Naturist BnB where you can find specialist accommodation just for travelling naturists! Naturist BnB has been going…
Pirates, the idyllic Maldives might be one of our favourite locations, but a stint in those iconic resorts rarely come cheap. That's why we're pretty sure this new position is quite the novel opportunity... Phillip Blackwell, owner of the Ultimate Library Company, is currently recruiting a bookseller to work in one of the Maldives' most…
Pirates, as far as hotel star ratings go, they can't come better than sleeping beneath a sky of them. After two successful seasons, the Null Stern Hotel has returned in Switzerland, in which guests sleep underneath the open sky with no roofs and no walls. Photo credit: www.toggenburg.org Designed by artists Frank and Patrik Riklin,…
These waves are the thing of nightmares! Have you ever seen waves this BIG???!! No neither have we and we’re pirates! The footage comes from the Big Wave Awards and the guy in question is Brazilian Rodrigo Koxa, who specialises in surfing these huge monsters. The wave measures a gigantic 24 metres and was surfed…
Unicorns might not be real, pirates, but they exist in our hearts, minds, and in this ultra cute cafe in downtown Bangkok. A magical oasis in one of Asia's busiest cities, The Unicorn Cafe is located in the Bang Rak district of Thailand's capital, and we still can't quite believe it's real. Image credit: Unicorn…
Having trouble coming up with ideas for your next vacation spot? Pirates, we can offer you a helping hand (or two)! The new Golden Bridge in Vietnam looks almost too breathtaking to be real. Sitting 3,280ft feet above sea level, the 500ft golden pedestrian walkway appears to be held up by two giant hands. Since…
Pirates, this gig is so sweet we were tempted to Nut-tella you, but we just can't resist sharing fun excuses to travel the world with our hearties! Ferrero, also known as the company behind Nutella, are reportedly adding to their delicious repertoire, and they need your help to get it right. They want you to…
Pirates, we're not joking around when we say "take a pitcher, it'll last longer". A new campaign launched last week from travel companies across the UK to raise awareness of boozing too hard on planes. The “One Too Many" campaign launched last week on social media and within 10 pilot airports across the UK. The…
Pirates, have you ever heard of the phrase "the best things in life are chocolate"?....No? Well, aboard our ship it's a philosophy we choose to live by - and for those who agree, we're delighted to share that a whole theme park dedicated to the sweet stuff exists in Philadelphia, USA. Hersheypark is located in…
Good morning and happy Monday, pirates! We've shown you some incredible hotels from all over the globe to revive you on a miserable Monday, but we think this one is mountains above the rest! Hidden deep in the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Cusco, Peru, you will find this unique structure, the Skylodge Adventure…
Eeeeeek, pirates! We've stumbled upon what must be one of the most disturbing places in the world; La Isla De Las Muñecas, or Isola delle Bambole. Not far from Mexico City, on what was once the Xochimilco Lake, there is an island populated entirely by discarded dolls. But if you're thinking about the sweet, refined,…
