Paradise, Reopened
Sri Lanka was named the top holiday destination for 2019, and for good reason. Kumari Tilakawardane invites Other Shores readers to discover this utterly wonderful isle and its many charms...
Kumari Tilakawardane
I'm a writer based in the UK. I'll write about pretty much anything, but I've got experience in writing about travel, culture, film, sport, TV, food and politics. Get in touch - I'm nice, I promise.
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The Spectate Travel portfolio - luxury sports travel holidays around the world of sport
No Equivalent: Hiraeth
If you google hiraeth you’ll find a few definitions. Some chalk it up to homesickness, while others say it means nostalgia. English words like yearning, longing, and heartache are something similar, but they don’t come close. Hiraeth is something more. It’s like nostalgia, or longing, for a home you can’t get back to. A home that doesn’t exist.
Things to Do in Australia 2019
Australia is a vast, diverse and endlessly exciting destination, promising adventures aplenty and lots of spectacular landscapes. Our Australia Travel Specialists have put together their Top 10 Australian Events and Festivals taking place in 2019 so you can plan your travel accordingly. Whether you’re a foodie or are after an authentic Aussie experience, we’re sure you’ll find something to inspire your travel ‘down under’ next year…
Interview: Bumble on... Cricket
Part one of an interview with David 'Bumble' Lloyd, covering cricket, curling and cream tea
Interview: Bumble on... Life
Part three of my chat with David Lloyd, former England international player and coach.
Other Shores Autumn 2018
Articles, reviews, editorial content including cover story
New Look Luxury at Jumeirah Beach
With 21st anniversary celebrations due in December, Jumeirah Beach Hotel is also unveiling a brand-new look and restyle this October. A longstanding favourite, the hotel boasts an enviable location and an iconic design. Read on to discover more about the new-look hotel, perfect for a family holiday to Dubai or the ideal location for a romantic Middle East break.
Autumn
A portfolio brochure with a hand-picked selection of autumn holiday ideas from around the world.
Inspiring Spa Collection
A collection of the top spa breaks and escapes from around the world
Where Was Crazy Rich Asians Filmed?
Set to be one of the hottest releases of the year, Crazy Rich Asians hits the big screen from 14 September. Following Chinese-American Rachel (Constance Wu) as she accompanies her boyfriend Nick (Henry Golding) to Singapore for a family wedding, the film takes in the dazzling beauty of Singapore and Malaysia. The film is already historic, being the first mainstream Hollywood release with an all-Asian cast for two decades, and is sure to top many ‘Best of 2018’ lists.
Area spotlight: Llyn Peninsula
Wild, unspoilt, magical and utterly captivating, the Llŷn Peninsula sticks out in every sense; the narrow (around eight miles wide on average) green bar of land protrudes from Wales where Snowdonia National Park meets the sea, and is notable for its fiercely Welsh culture, spectacular landscape and almost mythical atmosphere.
Christopher Robin
Pooh, Tigger and pals are back – with a brand new CGI look and a grown-up Christopher Robin to boot.
This is clearly a film that deals with some big emotions
Christopher Robin follows some pretty well-trod footsteps; it comes in the wake of Disney live action/CGI films like The Jungle Book and Beauty and the Beast, it’s hot on the heels of Paddington 2 for the title of most beloved big-screen bear, and of course it’s bringing truly universally beloved children’s characters back.Christopher Rob
Interview: Rachel Taylor comes home
Kumari Tilakawardane caught up with Wales Women’s captain Rachel
Taylor and chatted about women’s rugby, RGC and Rachel’s work as a WRU regional rugby coordinator.
Introducing One&Only Rwanda
At the Inspiring Travel Company, we’re always looking for the next great destination, new exciting places to stay and the most incredible experiences around the world. We’re incredibly proud of our worldwide portfolio, and of our partnerships with some of the very best hotel groups across the globe. So then, we’re thrilled to showcase One&Only’s latest additions to their Africa portfolio, One&Only Nyungwe House and One&Only Gorilla’s Nest.
One&Only Nyungwe House, due to open in October 2018, is
Why We Need The Gilmore Girls More Than Ever…
In case you hadn’t noticed, women aren’t having such a great time at the moment. Just when we thought we had enough to deal with (gender inequality, economic disparity, rape culture), Donald Trump comes out with his abhorrent sexual assault remarks and we’re faced with the horrifying prospect of a United States President who says things like “grab ‘em by the pussy”.
In short, the world sucks. The U.S. election in November has been something to be feared. However, November is not lost, and there
Gourmet Adventures in Peru
An exploration of Peru's culinary history and traditions. Written for Other Shores travel magazine, and published online by Western & Oriental.
Star Wars: The Last Jedi Filming Locations
The Star Wars films have long introduced audiences to other-worldly landscapes, from the arid deserts of Tatooine to the eerie forests of Dagobah. With the newest release, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, viewers will discover a new planet, Crait, covered in vast expanses of pure white salt. Here at Western & Oriental we have the insider knowledge on where Star Wars: The Last Jedi was filmed. Read on to discover where you can see this dramatic landscape for yourself (without having to risk running into the Death Star)…
Culinary Excellence at Fusion Resorts
For most of us, a huge part of what makes a holiday extra special is the dining experience.
Whether you’re a family looking for menus that satisfy younger tums; enjoy keeping up with your healthy eating habits even when on your hols; or like the indulgence of trying new flavours in a new setting, a first-class choice is the three Fusion Resorts in Vietnam.
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Grenada’s Top 10
Now that it finally seems as though summer might be thinking about making its way to our shores, here at Inspiring Travel Company we find ourselves wistfully dreaming about sun-soaked skies, white sand beaches, wild green landscapes and the odd rum punch (or three). Grenada delivers on all counts and offers so much more besides. So, we thought we’d take a look at the top 10 reasons this is a superlative choice for your next Caribbean holiday.
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