Brett Collins, Author at Kenwood Travel Blog

48 hours in Dubai on your way to the Indian Ocean

September 19, 2020

How to spend 48 unforgettable hours in Dubai on your way to the Indian Ocean? Read our top tips to make the most of an amazing Dubai stopover holiday! Dubai is strategically located half-way between the UK a... Read More...

10 Indian Ocean beaches for every kind of beach bum

August 31, 2020

Featured, Lists

Wondering where to plan your next beach escape to? The Indian Ocean is the answer and we have the perfect 10 beaches for every kind of beach bum, from surf enthusiasts to active water sports fans, lazy tanners ... Read More...

Beach bubble: Self-contained Caribbean resorts you can visit right now

August 13, 2020

Destinations, Featured, Hotels

The sun-kissed sugary sands and swaying palms of the Caribbean are once again calling as the region reopens for tourism post-pandemic. From the lush isles of St. Lucia and Dominica to sleepy, beachy Antigua, c... Read More...

The California Classic: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Ultimate California Road Trip

July 9, 2020

Featured

Words by California dreamer, Angie Needham Cruising along the Pacific Coast Highway, hands at the wheel of a vintage, red Ford Mustang with the top down. It’s what every Brit dreams of when they envision th... Read More...

Vast resorts: Our pick of Arabia’s hotels with the best views

February 28, 2020

Hotels, News

Food tourism, slow travel… holiday trends change, but a great view never goes out of fashion. Whether as a backdrop to that perfect selfie or simply an accompaniment to your morning coffee, a great view can be ... Read More...

Qatar Airways: ‘The best experience in the sky’

February 26, 2020

News, Reviews

Kenwood Travel destination experts come in all shapes and sizes. So when six-foot-three Scott, one of our dedicated team of Asia specialists, told us that his experience on a recent Qatar Airways flight to Lang... Read More...

The Best Honeymoon Suites in Dubai

February 19, 2020

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The wedding celebrations don’t have to end after you say your ‘I dos.’ We love being part of our customer’s honeymoon planning process, from picking the right destination to choosing the best suites. One of our... Read More...

5 Hotels From Films You Can Actually Visit

February 10, 2020

Featured

Lights, cameras…action! To celebrate the Academy Awards this past weekend we’ve decided to add a little movie magic to your next holiday. We've asked our travel experts to pick their favourite hotels from films... Read More...

Where do celebrities stay in Dubai?

February 5, 2020

Featured

As one of the luxury capitals of the world, Dubai is a hotspot for Hollywood elites and all-star A-listers. Ever wondered which Dubai hotels celebrities choose to stay for their Middle East holidays? Read on to... Read More...

5 Love Island Hotels in South Africa You Can Book Now

January 27, 2020

Art & Culture, Featured, Hotels

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...

Karsting out: Thailand’s most scenic hotel?

January 24, 2020

Hotels, News

Rayavadee hotel overlooks the Andaman Sea from the Krabi coastline in Thailand, perched at the tip of the Phranang Peninsula. It has a spa and four restaurants serving authentic Thai food and colourful cocktail... Read More...

A travel expert’s guide to Dubai

January 17, 2020

Hotels, Reviews

With its well-established expat community and growing popularity among British holidaymakers, Dubai is a real jet-setter hub. Dubai fans already know its best attributes – from the beaches and malls to the brun... Read More...

Plant-based Journeys: 6 Veganuary dishes for travellers

January 10, 2020

Featured, Food & Drink

Thinking about going meat-free this January? Well according to the BBC, the number of veganuary participants have almost doubled compared to last year, making it one of the biggest trends of 2020. Going vegan h... Read More...

Get into the Spirit: our Alternative Dry January

January 6, 2020

Destinations, Food & Drink

For those of you who may have fallen off the dry January wagon after week one, we’ve got just the thing. Why not jet off to a place where the drinks flow guilt-free year round? To mark a hundred years since pro... Read More...

Star Wars movie locations you can visit with Kenwood Travel

December 12, 2019

Art & Culture, News

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...

Revisiting Sri Lanka: Top Five Things to Do

November 29, 2019

Destinations, News

In a cruel twist, the tear-shaped coastline of Sri Lanka came to reflect the turmoil wrought by the terrorist attacks suffered by the island on Easter Sunday 2019. Churches and hotels were targeted, leading to ... Read More...

Set your holiday expectations high: Discover the biggest & best buildings in Dubai

November 25, 2019

Destinations, Lists

In a city like Dubai, a simple skyscraper won’t make the cut in terms of joining the ranks of the metropolitan hub’s iconic landmarks. The City of Gold is widely famous for its grand constructive wonders, break... Read More...

Our Best New Hotels in Europe 2020

November 22, 2019

Hotels, News

The north Atlantic archipelago we call home has much to offer the discerning holidaymaker. From castles to coastlines to cosy pubs. Indeed, England grabbed second spot in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2020. Sh... Read More...

Author Brett Collins