Charlotte Hudson, Author at The Headwater Moments Travel Blog

5 of the most delicious foods of the Loire Valley

Stepping foot in the Loire Valley or tour in Loire Valley is like stepping into one of Walt Disney’s fairytales. Once the playground of noblemen and women, more than 300 gorgeous châteaux, complete with turrets, towers and moats, shower the lush landscape, conjuring up images of historical French royals and love stories. Stunningly elegant gardens […]

Vineyards, villages and Volterra: 5 reasons you should visit Tuscany’s Chianti region

A bright orange glare casts a warm glow over the endless quintessential Tuscan landscapes as the sun begins to set behind cypress-studded hills. The perfect setting for romantics, the Chianti region has long-inspired a swathe of artists and writers who lift the natural beauty and translate it delicately into words and images. Picking up a […]

Top 9 rooms with a view

Location, location, location! Immaculate vineyards, erupting volcanoes, pounding ocean waves and mighty mountain ranges – just some of the spectacular views Headwater customers will enjoy this summer when staying at our finest-ever collection of hand-picked hotels. 1. The Amalfi Coast is renowned for its sensational scenery: mountains dropping into crystal blue seas, towns clinging vertiginously […]

Headwater’s 2018 Travel Guide

This is our round-up of 12 destinations that have either been dubbed as trending for this year by travel and industry experts, or that we have chosen based on anniversaries or celebrations in the regions. Take a look: Lake District, UK The Lakes have provided inspiration for artists and poets for centuries, including Wordsworth and […]

12 different travel experiences to consider in 2018

The best holidays focus on unique experiences where you can make memories and create those special moments that matter. This could be a fabulous meal you had during your trip, an encounter with the locals that made you smile or something as simple yet astonishing as a panoramic hilltop view. Do something different, broaden your […]

How to survive a multi-generational family holiday

Fighting over who uses the bathroom first (just like at home)…disagreeing over what to do each day…getting on each other’s nerves…travelling with your family can be a daunting prospect. But if you plan it properly it can be a fantastic bonding opportunity, full of laughter and love (and hopefully not lots of learnings!). Here are […]

5 tips for ordering coffee in Italy

Coffee is an important part of the Italian culture. The locals enjoy the delicious beverage with friends or family during a coffee break known as ‘una pausa’. Ordering it isn’t as simple as you’d think; with many variations it’s a good idea to be clued up about what you should and shouldn’t say. Headwater’s short […]

5 Reasons to Take a Staycation

The UK is experiencing a Staycation boom this year, with increasing numbers of Brits choosing to spend their summers in their home country. In fact, an Airbnb survey revealed that over four in five people (83%) are favouring the allure of British beaches and spectacular natural scenery over the tradition holiday abroad this year. Reasons […]