Seasons, Monsoons and Must See Attractions Sri Lanka’s weather is shaped by two monsoons. While one side of the island is seeing showers, the other is often dry and bright. This makes it perfect for a relaxed, self-paced holiday. You can tune your route to the season and enjoy each region at its best. If you […]
Walking with Purpose: A Symbol of Faith, Reflection and Travel Few journeys capture that feeling better than the Camino de Santiago, a network of ancient pilgrimage routes that wind across Europe towards the shrine of St James in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. Every year, thousands of walkers from all over the world set out on […]
Discover a side of Bosnia few travellers see- discover mountains, legends, and centuries-old traditions. If you’re dreaming of a holiday that blends adventure, culture, and breathtaking scenery, a Bosnia hiking holiday is the perfect choice. This journey takes you deep into the Dinaric Alps, where remote villages, Olympic mountain landscapes, and rich traditions await. Our […]
At Headwater, we pride ourselves on hand-picking the finest and friendliest hotels and characterful accommodations in the most beautiful settings. We’ve been meticulously researching and sourcing unique places to stay since 1985, looking in particular for small, family owned hotels with interesting histories that serve authentic regional cuisine, and owners who take a genuine interest […]
With a mixture of ages and workplace roles, a group of the Headwater team went off to experience the Delights of the Dalmatian Coast in Croatia on a guided group tour walking trip; this was a first time visit to Croatia for the whole group. Each had reasons for wanting to experience the trip from […]
The UK is home to many beautiful and awe-inspiring walks, but access to these paths has not always been legal. It was back on 24th April 1932 when around 500 walkers descended on Kinder Scout in a mass trespass. They aimed to highlight that walkers in England and Wales were unable to ramble on areas of open country. It was this protest walk that marked the beginning of a campaign to legislate rights to walk on access land.
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 […]
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 […]
