Travelista Editor Jessica Ruth Gibson shares her tried-and-tested long haul flight tips to keep you feeling comfortable and content on your next long haul flight. Nothing excites me more than travelling to exotic and far flung destinations, so I’ve been trying to perfect my ‘long-haul’ fligh
In a city where art and design are the driving forces, it makes sense to stay in a hotel that does both of these qualities justice. Let me introduce The Pulitzer Amsterdam; a boutique design hotel in the heart of Amsterdam’s trendiest neighbourhood, the Negen Straatjes. Made up of twenty-five 17th
Exotic, captivating and colourful, Sri Lanka is one of the most fascinating countries I have visited. My trip was whirlwind adventure across multiple destinations and although I wasn’t there for long, it definitely gave me an authentic taste of what Sri Lanka has to offer. So if you’re after a l
My body has gone into a bit of shock since arriving back from Sri Lanka. This cold UK weather has left me craving warm winter comfort food on a daily basis (yes, the struggle is real). But indulging in your favourite winter warmers doesn’t have to be a dirty little secret that only ever takes&
The ski season is just around the corner and later this month I’ll be flying out to the Swiss ski resort of Verbier. The biggest conundrum before jetting off to the slopes is knowing what to pack for a ski trip, especially if you’re a beginner. One essential tip is to book a ski coach…
Lots of people seem to say that cruising is a bit like marmite; you either love it or hate it. Well, I’d like to disagree. What about the people like me, who just aren’t quite sure? I have never been on a cruise, but I have always been intrigued by the concept. The thought of…
Let me set the scene. Before January this year I had never once thought about visiting Athens on a European city break. It hasn’t been a long-standing competitor of my bucket list, and beyond the famous Acropolis, I didn’t know much at all about the Greek capital city. Fast forward to March and
Do you ever struggle to buy gifts for travel lovers, or do people struggle to buy for you? Holidays and plane tickets aren’t always in budget, but there’s good news guys! I’ve found the ideal gift idea for travel lovers, and it won’t break the bank. Let me introduce boutique American jewelle
I decided to kick start my 2017 by taking a little trip back down to London. The main reason for the trip was to take a series of exciting meetings with brands and PRs. I had also organised a fun blogger’s brunch with some fellow bloggers, which ended up being a highlight of the trip.…
Having visited a total of 9 new countries this year, 2016 for me has been a series of first-time travel adventures. From Bali to Belize and Vietnam to Croatia, I’ve ticked so many fascinating countries off my bucket list. Last month I visited the beautiful country of Sri Lanka, which was my final
If you do a little research into the island of Madeira, it won’t be long until you find a mention of ‘Reid’s Palace’. Whether it’s for its glamorous afternoon tea, a gourmet restaurant recommendation or luxurious accommodation, there are endless reasons to step foot into Belmond Reid’s P
If you’re wondering ‘Where to go for winter sun?’, we may just have the answer. Let us introduce you to the Portuguese island of Madeira, which reaches 20 degrees in November and is just a 4 hour flight from the UK. Written by our Editor Jessica Ruth Gibson, this guide to Madeira is perfec
With its paradise coves, limestone cliffs and emerald green waters, It’s no doubt that the Philippine island of El Nido is one of the most spectacular places on earth. But beyond the aesthetic, here are 9 practical and essential things to know before visiting El Nido. But when it came to resea
When travelling through Vietnam and The Philippines for 6 weeks, chances are your accommodation is going to be eclectic. From hostels and homestays to boutique hotels and luxury resorts; we pretty much covered it all. The majority of our accommodation was quite basic, but as a luxury travel blogger,
Known as the ‘spiritual heartland’ of Bali, Ubud is a place of tranquillity, positive energies and obscene natural beauty. The minute I arrived I could feel something in the air and nearly 2 weeks after arriving back home from Bali, it still hasn’t left me. I like to think I have a good imagin
After a long working week my boyfriend and I met at London Paddington station on Friday night, ready to catch a train to Bath Spa. Our weekend away to Bath had been in the diary for a couple of months, and we couldn’t wait to get out of London for a chilled weekend with good…
Travelista Guest Blogger Harriet Harper reviews Ibiza’s Ushuaia Beach Hotel exclusively for The Travelista and Thomson Scene… Do you remember the last time you had that WOW feeling? When you stepped off a plane , when you open your balcony doors to a breath taking view, when you catch y
Taking a leap of faith in life is something everyone believes they’ll do one day, but how many of us actually find the balls to do it? Over the past few months I have been incredibly inspired by a friend and now, fellow travel writer Louise Watsham, who decided to turn her life
