Showcasing cool places to visit, travel tips, stories, inspiration and wanderlust.
We featured 25 best beaches in the UK earlier in 2016 and this time we’re focussing on the best Devon has to offer for a family beach holiday. Devon is blessed with some of the most stunning coastline in the UK, not to mention…
I’ve got an iPhone 6s which as we all know can take great photos and shoot great video, but I wanted something that would let me do both of these underwater. After tons of research, I made my decision and bought an…
I love Greece. The only Island I have visited is Zante and that was about 20 years ago with an ex-girlfriend which I loved but I’ve always been fascinated by the unspoilt Hellenic Cyclades islands of Sifnos, Milos, Naxos, Paros and Anti…
Last week we jumped around the office in excitement about the new GoPro Karma portable drone – that was until the makers of the World’s best selling drone company DJI released details of their portable foldable drone version, Mavic Pro one…
As I’m sure you’ll agree, there’s no kind of experience quite like travelling…we even have our own travel blog called Travelphant where we showcase inspiring worldwide travel articles and guides aimed at holiday and backpacking travellers. Waking up in a foreign country,…
Vegas has a reputation for being a bit seedy. But what many non-Americans don’t realise is that in recent years it has cleaned up its act. Yes, it has the problems of any major tourist city, but it is a…
We stayed 3 nights on the beautiful island of St Martins (Isles of Scilly) in August – me, my wife and our two boys and it was really special. Below I’ll give you reasons why you’ll probably fall in love with the Isles…
One thing that France really has got more than its fair share of is theme parks. Whichever region you happen to be heading to, chances are you won’t be far from at least a handful of world-class parks for adults…
If you’re looking to visit a theme park or amusement area in Britain this year, there’s only one option, and that’s Blackpool. Alton Towers used to be fun but you’ll you can spend all day there and only get on…
The open road, home of a hundred thousand arguments. But also one of the best places to have a holiday. We’re talking about road trips. How exhilarating and delightfully exhausting they can be. Making stupid jokes about the things you…
If you’ve got the cash to splash, then there’s no better way to spend your money and your time than investing in a luxury penthouse apartment. The beauty of a penthouse is that in most destinations you’ll have jaw-dropping views…
While online casino’s popularity continues to rise steadily, land-based casinos are thriving globally too. Offering glamour and epitomising the high life, casinos remain exhilarating and thrilling places to spend your time and, if you have it, your money. As Vegas…
As we big fans of comic books, we loved this infographic which takes a look at the pros and cons of some legendary fictional bases, as well as showing which Rawlins’ paints you need to transform your office, factory or…
I’ve been to Dublin a couple of times for weekend breaks and it’s such cool place to visit. I love the music scene and checking the street musicians on Grafton Street and Temple Bar. You can’t miss the pub scene…
Typically it’s when you’re retired that you’ve the spare money available and the time to visit places you’ve always wanted to. I published a post titled 25 interesting places to visit a few years ago which includes many of the places…
Whether you’re a fan of flying or not, you can’t ignore the wide variety of social and entertainment options available to you whilst 30,000 feet in the air. Airlines are constantly trying to lower their flight prices, leading to the number of passengers flying…
There’s something very eerie but very cool about abandoned buildings and abandoned casinos are no exception. The empty game rooms of abandoned casinos offer a glimpse into gambling history. The high rollers have all cashed in their chips and the…
Many happy summer holidays were spent in Devon and Cornwall during my childhood and it’s great to see many of the beaches listed in Trip Advisor’s best beaches poll. From 25th to first position, here are the 25 best beaches…
Travelling has always been a big part of our lives. And if you want to make your USA trip pleasant, interesting and tasty it is all about having the right application in your smartphone. It is important to have the…
Travelling has always been a big part of our lives. And if you want to make your USA trip pleasant, interesting and tasty it is all about having the right application in your smartphone. It is important to have the…
If there’s one thing the UK does better than anywhere else in the world, it’s castles. The stunning ancient structures of Great Britain draw millions of visitors from all over the world each and every year – many of which…
Brits will undoubtedly experience more culture shock than they expected without brushing up on some rules and customs of American culture. Here are 10 helpful things UK visitors should keep in mind before crossing the Atlantic. 1. Apply For ESTA…
Those who travel and enjoy travelling will relate to this collection of travel quotes from people past and present throughout history and to accompany them some stunning pictures. Not all who wander are lost. ~ J. R. R. Tolkien ~…
The UK might not be the first place you think of when you think of scenic drives. But along with crumpets, the royal family and the NHS, one thing Britain is renowned for is its quaint villages and breathtaking countryside….
What better way to be inspired than a collection of travel quotes along with stunning travel pictures. These travel quotes were featured recently on our travel blog travelphant.com but we wanted to share them here too.
There’s nothing quire like kayaking in the sea or down a peaceful river. Kayaking allows you a freedom and flexibility on the water that other activities simply don’t, and for that reason, it’s one of the fastest-growing outdoor adventures in…
Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean taking a holiday has to end! Autumn is the perfect time of year to take a weekend trip. Plan your trip a few days ahead, you will save time and save money…
There seems to be an app for every single thing you can think of these days, frankly, sometimes it’s a bit of overkill. It’s probably not strictly necessary to use an app to do everything from cooking to planning your…
As cool hotel rooms go, this underwater room has to be one of the coolest in the world. If you ever wanted to sleep 20ft below the waves of the Indian Ocean, surrounded by a vibrant coral reef and encased…
Showcasing awe inspiring pictures of the Northern lights (Aurora Borealis) captured by lucky photographers who thankfully for us were in the right place at the right time. We have also included some interesting facts about this amazing natural phenomenon. Enjoy……
