In Focus

The Outlook Travel Team puts a featured travel destination in focus and explores everything from essential cities, to cultural hubs, to hidden gems.

Brimstone Hill Fortress in Focus

By Lauren Kania 3 Min Read

At nearly 800 feet (ft) above sea level and perched on a steep, precipitous slope on the Western Caribbean coast, Brimstone Hill Fortress was considered…

Tori Quarters in Focus

By Lucy Pilgrim 2 Min Read

Tori Quarters, or Torikorttelit as it is locally known, is the cultural nucleus of Helsinki, where the old town meets the hustle and bustle of…

Kilimanjaro in Focus

By Lily Sawyer 2 Min Read

Standing at an impressive 5,895 metres, Kilimanjaro is not only Africa’s tallest peak, but Earth’s tallest free-standing mountain.

Coney Island in Focus

By Lucy Pilgrim 2 Min Read

Positioned in the southernmost peninsula of Brooklyn, Coney Island is a treasure trove of good old-fashioned fun, adorned with the best amusements and entertainment the…

Bacolod’s Masskara Festival in Focus

By Lauren Kania 3 Min Read

Don your most comfortable dancing shoes and vibrant clothing as you prepare to immerse yourself in the torrent of colourful and pulsating energy that is…

Anguilla : Boat Racing in Focus

By Ed Budds 2 Min Read

Today, this lively spectator sport continues to attract daring local sailors, trained in the unique Anguillian art of boat racing, as well as many passionate…

Seychelles National Botanical Gardens in Focus

Planted more than a century ago, the vibrant flora housed within the Seychelles National Botanical Gardens provides a stunning pop of colour to any vacation predominantly spent on white sandy beaches.

By Ed Budds 1 Min Read

Calgary’s Culinary Scene in Focus

Calgary boasts seven of Canada’s top 100 restaurants, reflecting a world-class dining experience to satisfy anybody’s taste buds.

By Lucy Pilgrim 2 Min Read

Lech ZΓΌrs : Summer in Focus

Though Lech ZΓΌrs is one of the world’s leading winter sports destinations, summer in the region is equally as exciting for families, couples, or solo explorers.

By Jack Salter 2 Min Read

Salt Cay In Focus

With its name derived from a long history of sea salt production, in the southeast of TCI lies Salt Cay – a small, inhabited island with a total landmass of 2.6 square miles.

By Rachel Carr 2 Min Read

Azerbaijan In Focus

A city enchanted with the ambience of ancient times and the magic of the modern atmosphere, there is more than one way to spend your vacation in Baku.

By Rachel Carr 3 Min Read

KitzbΓΌhel Winter Sports In Focus

As the most iconic sports city in the Alps, KitzbΓΌhel has an extensive programme of sporting activities on offer 365 days a year.

By Ed Budds 2 Min Read

Moorea Island in Focus

Rising out of the sea like that of an ancient edifice with green spires so high they pierce the clouds, Moorea, an island next to Tahiti, will renew your belief in the magic of nature.

By Lauren Kania 2 Min Read

The Morobe Show In Focus

If trekking with a guide is not your cup of tea, the Morobe Show lets you still experience some of the delights of the colourful tribes.

By Travel Team 1 Min Read

Kronborg Castle In Focus

Immortalised as β€œElsinore” in William Shakespeare’s Hamlet, Kronborg Castle has been home to lavish parties and infamous tragedies.

By Travel Team 2 Min Read

Rarotonga’s Outer Islands In Focus

There are no cities in the Cook Islands and few towns. As a result, there are plenty of coastal areas to discover and explore.

By Travel Team 2 Min Read

Kivalo In Focus

Visit Kivalo and you will be overtaken by the rich green of the mangrove forest that surrounds the village.

By Travel Team 2 Min Read

Dominican Republic Cultural Calendar In Focus

Filled with vibrant celebrations and festivals, the Dominican diary is overflowing with the country’s most significant events and holidays.

By Travel Team 2 Min Read