With Boris' announcement a few weeks ago, staycations have been like gold dust. However, your awesome Pirate crew have discovered a number of hot tub lodges that are STILL available for you to snap up! Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat - Cumbria Boasting an incredibly stylish interior, the Keswick Lodge Retreat is an ideal escape for…
Turkish Tourism minister Mehmet Ersoy said the country is "looking forward to welcoming British tourists with open arms" this summer. Turkey expects to welcome visitors this summer without requiring evidence of vaccination, the tourism minister has said. In addition, British travellers are unlikely to need to take PCR tests before arrival due to the success…
To celebrate the landing of NASA's Rover Perseverance on planet Mars, we have hunted out some places on Earth that resemble the red planet. Did you know? The highest mountain in the solar system is on Mars, the Olympus Mons Volcano, 3 times the size of Everest (26,000 metres above sea level) Sunsets on Mars…
Pirates, we've heard rumours about a certain NYC hotel where guests check into their hotels, open up their curtains and go at it for the world to see, but we weren't sure if there was any real truth to it. A member of our team investigated and found that when there's smoke, there's fire. Enter:…
Looking like something out of a modern day fairytale, Knock Old Castle could be the location of your next staycation. This is an absolutely spectacular property, boasting turrets, extensive grounds and even a private hot tub - located in Skelmorlie, west of Glasgow. This jaw dropping location can sleep up to 8 - as well…
When we hear the word “Bahamas” our little pirate minds are immediately transported to beautiful holiday visions of pristine beaches and crystal clear waters. A relaxed lifestyle is full of serenity. But there is much more to the Bahamas. A new attraction has started to come to fruition with many people taking it into their…
Pirates, fancy sleeping under the stars? In a stunning glass-roofed igloo no less?! Us too! Check out the Golden Crown - Levin Iglut hotel in Finnish Lapland. If you're super lucky, you may see the Northern Lights from the comfort of your bed! The igloos are fully heated and insulated with private bathrooms. There are…
Pirates, if you're still seeking that illusive staycation, we believe that we have found the ideal collection of lodges. Located in the Dorset countryside, The Burnbake Forest Lodges come in a number of different stylish accommodations for you to choose from. Sleeping 2 - 6, all come with hot tubs and some are even pet…
Pirates, we had to check that we weren't dreaming when we discovered the STUNNING Eco House Merisi. Looking to have your head in the clouds? You pretty much can with this dream accommodation in the heart of the mountains in these glass rooms. The country of Georgia, set on the boarder of Europe and Asia,…
Mateys, if, like us, when you were asked when you were younger what your dream job would be your answer was astronaut we may have the opportunity for you. What is super exciting is that you could be included in the crew for the next missions to the moon in the late 2020s and through…
The cherry blossoms are one of the main attractions of Japan when it comes to spring. These gorgeous pink blossoms - known as sakura - are expected to appear a little earlier than usual this year in various parts of the country. Their flowering depends on the weather conditions preceding the spring, in particular the…
Pirates, we bring you some good travel news this morning, France has opened its borders to UK travellers - woohoo! The borders to France have been closed to UK travellers for some time but yesterday (Thursday 11th March) French tourism minister Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne announced the news on Twitter. He said: “The list includes Britain because…
Don't forget that it's Mother's Day this weekend Pirates! Wanting something nicer than petrol station flowers? How about making the most of Buy A Gift's 23% off voucher code that you can use on a number of exciting experiences and romantic nights away site wide. Buy now and enjoy later as most vouchers are valid…
Roll up, roll up Pirates and try your luck. Life has been a little unfair recently, so how about turning the tables and having a go at winning a massive chunk off your next holiday booking. HolidayHypermarket are offering you the chance to win £250 off* your Summer 2021 holiday booking. Make sure you book…
Calling all running loving pirates! Forget the London marathon, instead, take part in a super fun race in France through prestigious vineyards and châteaux while drinking lots of wine - sounds like our kind of race. This exceptional marathon takes place every year in September through the vineyards of the Médoc in the Gironde, with…
Have you been looking for your very own slice of paradise in nature for secluded getaways? Or maybe dreaming about leaving it all behind for a new life in the wilderness? Well, we might just have found the perfect place for you! Check out this holiday home on a private island in the middle of…
Could summer holidays to Greece still go ahead? That is what the Greek minister for travel is hoping. He states that he is 'hopeful for a semi-normal summer' tourism wise. This information comes off the back of the UK's strong vaccination project that has already seen millions vaccinated against COVID-19. It is in discussion that…
That's right, Pirates, you can buy a house in Italy for €1! We've shown you similar schemes in the past but this one is in a beautiful village in the Aosta Valley. The primary objective is to combat the abandonment of these villages, and at the same time to recover the uninhabited buildings in the…
Never has a name been more appropriate than London's proposed 'Sky Pool'. This stunning glass bottom pool, opening in 2021, will connect 2 buildings of the "Embassy Gardens", 35m in the air. The construction is part of the new Nine Elms neighbourhood, around the development of the historic Battersea Power Station. Foto credits: The Communication…
Now this is one place we wouldn't mind sitting out lockdown in! Check out this absolutely incredible villa located in Bandol, in the south of France. We have showed you an elephant villa, the cliffside capsules in Peru, treehouses, the beagle house, under the stars in Corsica, we have now come across another stunning Airbnb…
Tree houses - they make for a magical staycation. But with so many out there, it can be tough to make up your mind. That's where your helpful Pirate team are at hand. We have chosen our top 10 tree houses in the UK, from kooky to romantic, whatever you're looking for, we've got a…
Attention hot dog lovers! There's a place where you can eat hot dogs, dream about them and the best part- sleep in a hot dog. The Wienermobile is the original advertising car of Oscar Mayer - the largest producer of hot dogs (and baloney) in the USA, and now you spend an evening in the…
A stay on the Spice Bus is definitely an experience you won't forget in a hurry, the bus is the real bus from the movie (we kid you not) but has been redecorated inside but don't worry the outside still looks exactly the same and the drivers seat is still there - much needed for…
If you fancy a long, long, long cruise in 2022, and want to see pretty much the entire planet in one go, then we have found the trip for you. Departing 19 January 2022, spend 112 nights onboard Island Princess setting off from Los Angeles. We must warn you, Pirates, it's not cheap... (Hawaii) The…
Calling all romantic Pirates who are after a staycation to remember after this lockdown - The Scarlet Hotel is the ideal place to escape the stresses of the modern world. Set next to the sea, just outside of Newquay, the views you get are incredible. The is an on site spa for extra R&R and…
Now here is something truly special for you Pirates. Antartica is a continent that few have ventured to, so for bragging rights alone, we bring you this flash sale from Intrepid Travel. As well as offering tours to tropical destinations, they also head to Antarctica, so expect to release your inner Attenborough and spot more…
Now here's something you'll want to tweet about to all your mates! Grab a romantic break away with your chick(a) and take roost at this incredibly quaint 'Birdbox' style treehouse in the Somerset countryside. With a stylish, rustic feel through out you'll feel right at home in the lofted accommodation. Surrounded by it's own patch…
Finally, some positive news in the travel world! The paradise islands of the Seychelles are abolishing their quarantine for all travellers (except those arriving from South Africa). This is all thanks to the successful vaccination campaign, which has seen 81% of the population vaccinated against COVID-19 (24% with their second dose). These figures place them…
Cyprus will allow British tourists who have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19 into the country without restrictions from 1 May, a tourism minister has said. However, UK government travel restrictions will still be in force with the earliest possible date for the resumption of international holidays being 17 May. “We have informed the British government…
Pirates, we now bring you an opportunity that is literally out of this world! The Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa has, not one, but eight places on offer for a trip to the moon! The expedition has already been booked by the business man, under the SpaceX program and he's on the hunt for some crew…
Pirates, we've found an amazing Harry Potter-themed Airbnb in Colmar, southeast France. This magnificent accommodation is located in the city center of Colmar. about a 5-minute walk from the historic centre and Little Venice. Want to stay here? You can! Click HERE. It has a bedroom and a bathroom and there's free parking and a…
The Portuguese island of Madeira has opened a ‘green corridor’ to admit tourists who have been vaccinated or recovered from Covid-19. Travellers who have a negative Covid-19 test result can already visit. However, as Madeira is part of Portugal, it remains on the UK's red list and visitors returning to the UK would have to…
Hey Pirates, we have already brought you news of a house in Italy for sale in the beautiful village in the Aosta Valley, and today it is Campania's turn because another beautiful village has started a campaign to sell houses for €1! As with the other initiative, the reason behind the low price is to…
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 Pennsylvania, USA. Hersheypark is located in…
Mateys, we are sure like us many of you have dreamed about heading to space but for most of us that can never become a reality without becoming an astronaut or signing up to some scheme to move to Mars and never return - remember that! But now there is a glimmer of hope that…
The government has announced the list of 33 'red list' countries from which visitors into the UK, including British citizens, will have to quarantine for 10 days in a hotel at their own cost. This is to prevent the spread of new variants of Covid-19. Travellers will have to self-isolate in state-provided hotels for 10…
Mateys, we are dreaming of the travel ban being over, hopefully, asap and are looking for some cool accommodation for our next trips abroad. One of our pirates has recently visited this stunningly romantic property with a spa near Stockholm and we think it looks awesome! The cabin is located in the village of Stjärnsund…
Those scared of heights, look away now! Fancy a stay in the tallest hotel in the world? To look out at the Dubai horizon and (literally) feel on top of the world? Let us introduce you to the Gevora Hotel. With 75 floors, it rises to 356 meters into the sky - that's a few…
Mateys, we love our glamping and we have come across a super fun glamping experience at Leeds Castle. You can head off as a couple, a family or a group and enjoy a fab getaway in a really cool location. Knights Glamping at Leeds Castle has 8 different glamping accommodations to choose from and can…
