Daphne Dunphy recommends five fine golf courses in the region of Scotland.

Written by Daphne Dunphy

Given that the game of golf was invented in Scotland in the 14^th century, it seems only right that golf in Scotland benefits from having some of the world’s finest golf courses.

The area of Scotland with the highest concentration of golf courses of exceptional quality is Fife and Lothian. Whether you choose to stay in Edinburgh, Dundee, Kirkcaldy or one of the quaint Scottish villages round and about, you will not be far from some beautiful fairways and lovingly nurtured greens. The majority of large and well known golf courses have golf gift vouchers to offer – so it might be worth a look before you go.

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Chania harbor in Crete (courtesy of Flickr user AlisonQuine)

As the largest and most densely populated of the Greek islands, Crete remains a popular destination among travellers from across the globe. Originally home to the Minoan civilization, Crete is rich in local heritage, steeped in ancient history, and of interest to anyone fond of archaeological sites and museums. However, there’s also much to keep the modern traveller happy, including a wide selection of resorts and great beaches for sun-seekers looking to soak up the rays on the beach.

Here is a pick of five things to see and do once you have decided to book a Crete holiday.

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The Mediterranean is one of the finest places in the world to visit. This gorgeous sea borders countries whose temperate climate means visiting them in short sleeves is possible almost year round. Here are three ways to affordably enjoy this part of the globe.

All Inclusive Holidays

With so many islands scattered throughout the region, it was a natural choice to build comfortable hotels on the many stunning beaches – and all inclusive holidays are incredibly popular. As these packages bundle flights, food and accommodation into one handy, affordable parcel, you can go on one of these trips without spending a lot of money.

Cruises

The Mediterranean is also a fantastic place to go on a cruise. Spending your days in the warm seas as you move from one port to another is far from a bad way to live life. Best of all, you will get to touch down in numerous different ports and explore a lot of this lovely part of the world.

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Glitzy, glamorous, over-the-top and a little overexposed, Dubai certainly thrives on attention. On the surface it’s materialistic beyond anyone’s wildest imagination. By treating almost every visitor like VIPs, visitors respond by spending like VIPs. We’re talking about a city, which has redefined glamour; a city, which has continued to push the boundaries of innovation and a city, which surely must be considered one of the true diamonds of the Middle East.

Its myriad shopping malls, flamboyant hotels, enviable golf courses and divine beaches make Dubai one of the planet’s premier tourist destinations. Piquing curiosity is what has made Dubai famous. It’s a well oiled PR machine (how often do you hear that Saudi Arabia, Iran or Jordon are just next door?) Its leader, Sheikh Mohammed, is a man who simply cannot say ‘no’, and has willingly poured enormous amounts of money into zany developments, which have slowly turned an old fishing village into the Dubai of today — an attractive, accessible metropolis.

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Park Güell (courtesy of Flickr user Bevis Chin)

Written by Francesca Edwards

Barcelona is a fantastic holiday destination for any tourist. The city is teaming with sights to see and things to do – it’s the perfect place to give your children a holiday they’ll never forget.

Culture for all the family

Just because it’s a ‘family holiday’ doesn’t mean you have to miss out on any of the top cultural sights of Barcelona — you may be surprised at how much children enjoy visiting Barcelona’s tourist attractions too. Barcelona’s modernist architecture is dotted around the city. These buildings are full of fantasy and spark the imagination at any age — which makes walking around the streets of Barcelona an exciting experience as you never know what wonderful modernist work will be waiting for you around the corner.

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Daphne Williams on how to make the most of a Sin City stay without spending a fortune.

Image by Christian Ferrari

Written by Daphne Williams

With the travel season on us and many Americans having to watch every penny they spend, it might seem like a bad time to splurge on a trip to Las Vegas, especially with the siren’s call of slot machines and other gambling games. Trips in the US, specifically Las Vegas, can really be more affordable — especially for those that love and enjoy to play live games rather than staying at home and playing online at sites like partybingo.com

Fly Smart

You can find package travel deals to Las Vegas at incredibly low prices at sites such as Priceline, Travelocity, and Expedia. Since hotels and casinos in Vegas typically make their profits from gambling, they’re willing to offer very low room rates, which can mean some great deals on package trips from travel sites. You’ll typically get the best price if you book more than 30 days in advance and make your reservation on a Tuesday or Wednesday, as flights tend to be cheaper when booked on those days.

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Androon Shehr skyline from the Lahore Fort (courtesy of Flickr user manalahmadkhan)