Portugal’s Algarve has a lot of holiday interest, but people rarely think of its natural beauty and wildlife. Here are some incredible pictures of the Algarve wetlands birdlife. Algarve is the most popular Portuguese destination for British holidaymakers. The population triples over the summer, and that’s because a lot of people associate the place with […]
With their sub-tropical forests, dramatic lava fields and idyllic sandy coves, the Canaries are an undiscovered world of their own. As our insider’s guide will reveal, these islands are perfect for a walking adventure. History and culture The mysterious Canaries have been capturing people’s imaginations for thousands of years. Since Plato first wrote of it, […]
Think of Tuscany and your mind no doubt becomes awash with images of vineyards rolling into panoramas of splendour, or perhaps the Renaissance architecture and art of Florence, Siena or Pisa; or maybe just a massive glass of Chianti. We all have our ideas of what best captures the essence of Tuscany, but read on […]
Big ones, little ones, some as big as an island.
Some people say a good food and wine pairing is like a good wedding: it brings together a dish and a drink, which have a good balance of tastes and textures. When it’s well done, it’s a bit of magic… However, pairing food and wine requires quite a good knowledge of wines and ingredients. In […]
A real insight into Headwater’s Secrets of Andalucía holiday from Reservation Consultant, Karen Yates… When I was asked recently if I would like to join my colleague Charlie on a trip to Andalucía I jumped at the chance. I have spent quite a lot of time in the region but never in the area of […]
Food Glorious Food! Wine Wonderful Wine! Read all about Kerry and Emma’s trip to Piedmont on Headwater’s Gastronomic Barolo Cycling holiday… A three night whistle stop tour of Piedmont was certainly not long enough to take in such a beautiful place. It’s a good job Headwater offer eight night options for both walking and cycling holidays […]
Sasha Hands, Reservation Consultant tells us all about her recent trip to Croatia… I’m now entering my eighth year at Headwater and so far on my list of educational trips I have ticked off France, Spain and Switzerland. You may say, like me, that these are the more popular and well known destinations so when […]
