Short on time? No problem! Just because you don’t have a week to spare, doesn’t mean you can’t go on an amazing vacation. It does mean that you have to get a little creative, though. If you’ve been picturing a romantic trip for two, here is how you can plan  the perfect weekend getaway: Think About What Is Nearby There’s nothing wrong with taking a quick weekend jaunt. To spend less time getting to your destination and more time enjoying it, start by thinking about what is nearby. Look for cities, towns, and attractions that are less than five hours driving distance. That way you’ll be able to have all…

Regardless of where you live, the winter can really be a drag at times. Sure, taking to the slopes or building a snowman is a lot of fun if you live in a place with that kind of snow accumulation, but for those that drop below -40 C or even just hover around 0 C with a biting wind, the winter can be a dreary wreck that you would happily escape from if you could. Thankfully, you can! Not everywhere in the world is suffering from the onslaught of winter and can offer a welcome reprieve from the blahs you’re facing and these destinations are only a short hop on…

Autumn has well and truly arrived in northern Europe, with wet and windy weather marking the end of the heatwave. Although you might have missed the boat for enjoying a summer holiday if you haven’t already been away, there’s still plenty of time to grab a late holiday deal and enjoy the charms of a winter city break in 2013 that needn’t leave you shivering. Indeed, Monarch.co.uk is currently running some great value city break offers to a variety of destinations with comfortable climates, so read more about enjoying a warming winter escape below and then log on to book your getaway. Rome One of the top ten capital cities in the…

Do you find that every autumn you go into some sort of hibernation mode, bundling up indoors, binge eating on all the comforting carbs you can get your hands on and generally just lazing around? You’re certainly not alone. But, this year, I’m determined to overcome this habit! As someone who has been firmly bitten by the travel bug, I’m keen to incorporate a lovely little break into my winter schedule – one which allows me to go all out and do something totally different to really break from the winter slump. So, after trawling the net and asking for recommendations, here are the 5 adrenaline-boosting options I’m considering: Sky…

When you go to a spa, you want to come out with a healthy mind, body and soul. In this guide to spa treatments, we’ll be focusing on how they can boost your body and ensure you leave feeling healthy and relaxed. Rasul Experience This treatment has plenty of different options, enabling the recipient to tailor it to the experience that is right for them. Firstly, it is often available in both single and couple options – meaning that if you’re on a spa retreat with your other half, you can enjoy the experience together. In addition, there are three different types of this treatment – depending on what you’re…