“THAI people like seafood,” my tour guide Tim says, lifting the lid on a box of bao buns steamed by the side of the road. “And what is seafood?” she asks. “It’s food that you can see!”. 5 British Airways has seen a huge uptick in bookings since it relaunched flights to Bangkok in OctoberCredit: … Read more
FOR a fun and unique way to celebrate the Christmas countdown, look no farther than Audley End Railway. Nestled in ancient woodland near Saffron Walden, Essex, the miniature railway is the perfect destination for a festive family day out. 2 Father Christmas spreads cheers at Audley EndCredit: supplied 2 Audley End Railway is a fun … Read more
AS the sky turned pink between the snowy trees, our sleigh crunched the icy ground and my five-year-old babbled excitedly. We were blasting through a Lapland forest on a snowmobile-driven sledge as the sun rose, in search of Santa Claus. 5 It felt as if we had been living in a festive bubble for four … Read more
A WARM breeze drifts through the open balcony doors just as I’m lulled to sleep by the sound of waves splashing lazily against the shore. It’s November, I’m steeling myself for the festive season’s craziness, and I can’t think of a better way to relax before it all than this. 6 A lovely courtyard main … Read more
SQUEEZING a bright-blue piping bag with my right hand, I attempt to disgorge an ornate ring of forest green buttercream around the base of my vanilla sponge cake. For the last 90 minutes, my friend James and I have been mixing cake batter, folding buttercream, and getting creative with fondant icing as if we’re contestants … Read more
THE handwritten note in my room reads, “Welcome to paradise”. And with good reason. 5 The hotel’s pool has stunning views overlooking the beachCredit: Marriott 5 The newly transformed all-inclusive Marriott Cancun is on Mexico’s beautiful Yucatán PeninsulaCredit: Marriott Hotels 5 Take it ice and easy with a cooling dessert at the pool barCredit: Marriott … Read more
AS I sipped my glass of Moet and sailed into the sunset, I mulled whether life on land was really for me. Taking my cruise virginity was Virgin Voyage’s Resilient Lady — with the excitement palpable as Richard Branson and Boy George were to be the guests of honour. 7 A cruise with Resilient Lady … Read more
WITHIN just one hour, I wake up in Rome, stroll through the streets of southern Spain, and whizz through Scandinavia on a rollercoaster. There are still 15 more countries to see before the day is through. 4 Matterhorn Blitz mountain ride is a wild mouse ride with sharp turns and quick drops in a Swiss … Read more
IT WAS while standing under the darkened desert sky in the beautiful Neon Museum that Las Vegas finally clicked for me. The museum’s director Aaron Berger recalled visiting the towering Luxor Hotel as a child with his father, who asked why he thought it contained the world’s first diagonal lifts (yes, you actually ascend to … Read more
AS the leaves begin to turn and a chill creeps into the air, the country is transforming into a playground of eerie delights. From pumpkin patches to haunted castles, this year’s Halloween attractions promise thrills and chills for all ages. 7 Jacob Lewis reveals the best bewitching Halloween events across the countryCredit: Supplied Whether you … Read more
