Jo Fitzsimons

Freelance Travel & Lifestyle Writer

The World’s Most Wow-Worthy Waterfalls

Perpetually falling water in the form of rain is what usually sends people in search of a holiday, so it might seem strange to go and see such a sight … Continue reading

October 31, 2012 · Leave a comment

Top 5 Classic Honeymoon Destinations

There’s a very good reason why certain locations have become popular with honeymooners. Whether it is the crystal clear waters and icing sugar soft sands or iconic architecture of romance … Continue reading

October 31, 2012 · Leave a comment

Escape the Honeymoon Crowds

It is one of the most important holidays that you are ever likely to take, so do you really want to spend it with hundreds of other honeymooners? The Maldives, … Continue reading

October 25, 2012 · Leave a comment

Wonderful Winter Wedding Venues

There is something about the first sparkling frost of winter with the star scattered sky and promise of Christmas that whispers romance, creating perfect time of year to get married. … Continue reading

October 16, 2012 · Leave a comment

Romantic Castles for a Winter Retreat

Winter is definitely a time to retreat indoors, but if your own home isn’t inspiring the right blend of romance, consider a weekend break. And if you’re searching for a … Continue reading

October 12, 2012 · Leave a comment

Top 10 Romantic Cities for Christmas

Christmas can be as stressful or as peaceful as you choose. If you want to take a break from the shopping mayhem and indulge in the true romance that surrounds … Continue reading

October 6, 2012 · Leave a comment

Verona: Italy’s Most Romantic City

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, and home of to some of the most dramatic opera you can see, Verona has all of the … Continue reading

September 7, 2012 · Leave a comment

See the Luxury of the Maldives Before Paradise is Lost

Over 1,000 islands spread over 90,000 square miles make up the Maldives, one of the world’s most luxurious holiday destinations. Icing sugar sands skirted by bath warm waters coloured Crayola … Continue reading

September 6, 2012 · Leave a comment

Top 5 Hot Springs Around the World

Whether you pop to a city spa for an hour or indulge in a weekend away in a country manor, there is no doubting the popularity of modern spas. These … Continue reading

August 28, 2012 · Leave a comment

Rekindle your Romance with Wine

With an extensive range of wines on offer at your local supermarket, the romance of sniffing, swirling and sipping a press of grapes feels almost lost. With gnarly vines stretching … Continue reading

August 28, 2012 · Leave a comment

Finding Romance in Rome

With opulence dripping off every street corner, from fancy fountains to marble-clad streets, Rome is undeniably one of the world’s greatest and most romantic cities. And that makes it one … Continue reading

August 24, 2012 · Leave a comment

How to Date a Brazilian

Brazil is one super-sexy country, and if you’re hoping love is in the air during your visit, you should understand the cultural differences that can make or break a date. … Continue reading

January 25, 2012 · Leave a comment

Are you Dreaming of a White Christmas

Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? Endless stretches of white sand? Crisp white linen in five star resorts? Delicate white wine by candlelight? Christmas is the perfect time of … Continue reading

December 14, 2011 · Leave a comment

5 Best Sunset Beach Bars

There are few things in life more relaxing than sand beneath your feet, a cocktail in hand and the last promise of the day’s rays on your face. Here are … Continue reading

November 16, 2011 · Leave a comment