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Le Jardin des Douars is the traditional Moroccan kasbah stylishly reimagined, sitting high above Essaouira on Morocco’s Atlantic coast. Purpose built, less than two decades ago, to provide 21st century indulgent luxury, Le Jardin des Douars, recalls the architecture of a sun-baked-mud kasbah.

And the name? In Arabic a douar is a small village, sometimes of just one or two houses. On this hill-top, douarais, terracotta houses, are dotted through the verdant gardens. Externally, Le Jardin des Douars pays tribute to the light-terracotta architecture of Morocco’s inland fortifications, whilst the interiors run through Morocco’s stylish design book.

This hotel of 19 rooms, 6 suites and 6 villas provides a tranquil retreat. Tall palms and needle-thin cypresses give shelter from the Atlantic’s trade winds.

In summer, those winds spare Essaouira from Morocco’s boiling temperatures. “We have two seasons,” confides Abdul our guide. “Windy and non-windy.” From September through to April, it

With today’s travellers more focussed on health, wellbeing and adventure, cycling and tourism has seen huge growth. Not only that, but cycling can be an incredible way to explore a destination whether that be on road or via challenging trails. But before your bike with you on your next trip, here are 10 products that you might find useful.

Century Men’s Short Sleeve Cycle Jersey from Sundried

Sundried‘s Century jersey blends advanced technical features with everyday comfort to create the perfect cycle top. You can wear this for club rides and races, as well as take it on your cycling trips around the world. It is ultra lightweight and breathable, and made from a super-soft fabric to ensure yo ustay comfortable for mile after mile. Silicone grippers prevent the arms from riding up and a long length drop hem adds coverage and protection. Three generous pockets on the back

When it comes to the best islands to visit in Greece, you’re spoilt for choice. But I’ve narrowed down the list for you.

If you’ve been dreaming of an island paradise, Greece is undoubtedly among the most beautiful in the world. It’s only once you’ve experienced the magnitude of these archipelagos with your own eyes that you realize how overwhelming their beauty is.

There are more than 200 inhabited Greek isles and around 6,000 in total. And like many island nations, each inhabited Greek island has its own distinct character – from the white-and-blue washed houses on the Cyclades islands and the lush greenery of the Ionian islands to the castle-lined Dodecanese islands.

Greece has six primary island groups, as well as a major stand-alone: Crete. It’s typically best to travel between islands in one group than to hop from archipelago to archipelago. Here we go over the best islands

Leave behind the world you know and find a place where time stands still amongst the myriad Indonesian islands on a luxury yacht charter.

Why should I go to Indonesia?

This luscious archipelago between Asia and the South Pacific is a haven for magnificent flora and fauna. Magnificent temples can be found atop verdant cliffs and resting beside mirror-like lakes, while local festivals and vibrant nightlife will immerse you in local culture as you let off some steam.

Bali is one of the best-known destinations in Indonesia, where there is an amazing creative scene for culinary treats, modern and traditional art as well as museums. When it comes to shopping, the variety covers everything from local markets and batik centres to international brands and boutiques.

When you explore away from the city, you’ll come across picturesque villages set into terraced hillsides, an adventure paradise in the verdant jungle and along

Take your tastebuds on an adventure while on safari in Kenya.

When travelling, food becomes more than just sustenance. It’s an experience to add to your memories. Meals are an integral part of celebrations, holidays, and family-gatherings – and a safari in Kenya is no different. There are few better ways to connect with your loved ones, as well as make new connections and friends, than by sharing a meal. This is why we believe that every good safari should be accompanied by equally good food.

The wild and intangible spirit of Kenya never fails to captivate the hearts of travellers. Renowned for being one of best destinations in Africa for a safari, Kenya not only offers a wealth of wildlife and wilderness to enjoy but is also a place where magical and memorable dining experiences can be found on the menu.

Many of the top safari lodges have elevated

When it comes to planning a luxury family vacation, there are endless possibilities to choose from. Whether you’re looking for an action-packed getaway filled with adventure and excitement, or a relaxing retreat where you can simply unwind and recharge, there is something out there to meet your needs.

However, this is not your typical post providing you with ‘run of the mill’ luxury family vacation ideas; rather we have focused on providing inspiring ideas based on sustainability, eco-luxury, and making luxury travel meaningful. So, grab a cuppa, and let’s take a look at these ideas.

Kenya

Kenya is extraordinary, with vibrant people, stunning coastlines, towering mountains, and of course, sublime wildlife. Your kids will love Nairobi’s Giraffe Center, as well as the Rhino orphanage, and be enthralled by the

A common question for visitors to Iceland is whether it’s best to drive Iceland’s Route 1 ring road in a clockwise or anti-clockwise direction. Whislt we didn’t actually drive the entire ring on our trip (we probably covered around one third of it), I did plan to at first so spent quite a bit of time researching this issue. I hope my findings will help you make an informed decision as to what route is best for you.

First things first

Before tackling the question of whether to drive the ring road in a clockwise or anti-clockwise direction, I would first pose the question as to whether you do indeed want to cover the entire route. It’s 1,317 kilometres and, if you are limited to only a week or so, I would seriously take a step back and look at the key things you want to cover. See my previous

Travelling around Iceland is relatively straight forward and nowadays, with the aid of technology that almost all of us carry with us everywhere we go (our smartphones), it’s easier than ever. Here we’ve collated a number of apps which will help make your time in Iceland safer as well as enable you to get more from your visit.

112 Iceland

The 112 Iceland app makes it possible to contact 112 without calling. Clear simple app menu assists users in explaining what is happening and send a text message to an emergency operator. As soon as the app contacts the emergency operator your location is sent to the emergency center, along with the personal information stored in the app and a description of what is going on. This makes it possible to respond even more quickly to your call.

Available on iOS and Android

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Conditions in Iceland can be unusual

As I near the end of my series of posts from our trip to Iceland, I am sharing with you 10 things that are perhaps not all that well publicised but could be helpful when planning a trip to Iceland, particularly if you are visiting for the first time. Iceland is one of the most beautiful countries in the world – a land full of natural wonders – but knowing these useful tips will hopefully ensure that your trip benefits from some inside knowledge.

Plan ahead and book in advance

A trip to Iceland is one that you’re likely to remember for years to come. For this reason, you’ll be want to be sure that you plan ahead. And planning ahead is important for two reasons; firstly, you’ll get the pick of the best hotels and accommodation if you book ahead; secondly, you’ll often get the best prices by planning

One of the first things you might think about when planning a trip to Iceland is whether to drive the full length of the ring road that goes around the entire country – known as Route 1, and not to be confused with the Golden Circle which is close to Reykjavik and gives you easy access to some key sights that can be seen in a single day.

To assess this, we needed to first know how far it was and how long it would take. The answer to that question is that Iceland’s entire ring road covers 1,317 kilometres and, in theory, can be driven in just 16.5 hours (albeit through non-stop driving – but even if sharing the driving, you would still need to stop to change drivers and to re-fuel!). This also assumes no traffic whatsoever.

Given that you can, in theory, comfortably get all the way