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Experience the wonders of Expo 2020 Dubai

January 28, 2022

We’re in the final two months of Expo 2020 Dubai, which draws to a close on 31st March 2022, and there’s never been a better time to visit. To give you a good idea of what makes this such an unmissable event, o... Read More...

Top Travel TV for Armchair Adventurers

April 28, 2020

Despite frequent flyers having their wings somewhat clipped by the pandemic, nothing can stop travel lovers putting feelers out for the next big bucket list destination. Television is a legitimate research tool... Read More...

Stream on: Virtual Adventures Around the Globe

April 2, 2020

Live streams and virtual tours are popping up worldwide at the moment proving an important fact: although we can’t travel right now, wanderlust doesn’t have to stop. For truly enamoured jet-setters, social dist... Read More...

Party Time: Carnival in the Caribbean

February 24, 2020

There is nothing like a Caribbean island in full carnival swing and, arguably, there is no better time to visit this part of the world. Explosions of colour, riotous parades, eye-popping costumes where barely-t... Read More...

5 Love Island Hotels in South Africa You Can Book Now

January 27, 2020

The islanders have jetted off to South Africa for the first ever winter season of Love Island, and just like seasons before, the drama has been turned up to an all time high. The new Love Island villa is even b... Read More...

Unique festivals you’ve never heard of for 2020

January 8, 2020

You may be a seasoned festival enthusiast: able to pitch a tent with your eyes closed, part a crowd like Moses, and find the magical source of energy required to get yourself home after dancing for a week strai... Read More...

Star Wars movie locations you can visit with Kenwood Travel

December 12, 2019

In a galaxy far, far away…or rather, just a plane ride away, are Star Wars filming destinations you can actually visit. With the latest instalment of the movie franchise - Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker - set... Read More...

The World’s Best Firework Displays

November 1, 2019

With Divali just gone and Guy Fawkes’ not far off, we’re thinking even bigger, louder, and brighter than usual. Our travel specialists have put together a list of the world’s very best and most impressive firew... Read More...

Grenada Chocolate Fest 2020: Eco eats for fun-loving foodies

October 16, 2019

The Caribbean needs no introductions when it comes to festivals and carnivals; nowhere throws a party like these tropical islands. Carnivals in the Caribbean began as a way for islanders to express their freedo... Read More...

Travel’s Next Trends: The Kenwood Travel Verdict

October 8, 2019

For the Victorians it was seabathing; daytrippers in their droves descending on fashionable resorts du jour like Bogner Regis and Torquay to exploit the healing qualities of ocean swimming. The ‘70s saw fleets ... Read More...

5 Instagram-worthy locations to visit in St. Lucia

September 23, 2019

It’s no exaggeration to say Saint Lucia is one of the most picturesque islands in the world. From the beautiful beaches to the jungle-shrouded mountains, this Caribbean getaway is pure Instagram gold. So, camer... Read More...

Stately Home Holidays to Match the Downton Abbey Movie

September 20, 2019

Downton Abbey fans have been flocking to cinemas for the smash-hit TV show’s feature length release, with box office takings reaching £5.1m since its premiere on the 13th September. The Downton Abbey movie come... Read More...

Time to Make Some Waves: 6 Mermaid Experiences to Dive into

August 19, 2019

The majestic creatures of the sea have inspired centuries worth of legendary tails. With their colourful fins, sea salt hair and mysterious demeanor, it’s no wonder that plenty of men and women have dreamt of b... Read More...

A Book Lover’s Guide to East Asia

August 9, 2019

From Marco Polo to Anthony Bourdain, the spirit of East Asia has captured the minds of explorers and writers with its mesmerising coastlines, tropical jungles and vibrant cities. To celebrate the great literatu... Read More...

Shah Rukh Khan holidays in The Maldives

July 25, 2019

It was holiday time for the ‘King of Bollywood’ as the Shah Rukh Khan family enjoyed a holiday in the Maldives earlier this month. The stunning beach resort of Jumeirah Vittaveli hosted the illustrious g... Read More...

From Jamaica with love: James Bond film locations to shake up your Caribbean holiday

May 24, 2019

When author Ian Fleming encountered writer’s block in 1952, he packed up and left his Mayfair home in London and travelled to his holiday villa in Oracabessa, Jamaica. Thanks to the tropical lifestyle, not only... Read More...

6 Photo Hacks for Aspiring Disney Instagram-mers

April 17, 2019

With over 10 million #disneyworld posts on Instagram to date, social media is going crazy for Mickey and friends. Hashtags at the ready, here’s how to photograph your way round Walt Disney World Resort, and tur... Read More...

Kenwood Travel Tips: Packing for a Holiday

April 12, 2019

We know that packing for a holiday can be stressful, especially when you end up bringing too many items. In fact, a study reported by the Daily Mail stated that between 2013-2018, 46 million travellers have bee... Read More...