How do the opposite half reside? And the place do they go to do it? Travelmail set a few of our favorite celebrities a couple of questions on their journey habits. What did Rebecca Adlington do for the primary time in 2013? What does David Lloyd bear in mind of Eire? What did the lion say to Kay Burley?
Learn their replies right here…
Climate with you: Sian missed out on a visit to Kenya in 2013, however discovered herself in Barcelona for her birthday
Sian Lloyd
Climate presenter
What was your largest vacation disappointment of 2013?
My husband Jonathan went to Kenya and Tanzania for the East African Safari Basic Rally in November, however I wasn’t capable of be a part of him resulting from work commitments. Sixty vehicles, bouncing over rocky roads and slipping round muddy tracks, underneath African skies, is my concept of heaven.
Someday I promise I’ll get to…
New Zealand. It is my preferrred nation – rugby, sauvignon blanc and among the best surroundings on Earth.
What was your definitive journey second of 2013?
My birthday weekend in Barcelona. Jonathan purchased me the Mr & Mrs Smith information for Christmas final 12 months, so we deliberate the weekend round a keep on the ABaC Lodge. They moved heaven and earth to make sure we noticed the second British Lions Check reside from Melbourne.
Subsequent 12 months, I am positively going to…
Australia. I’ve at all times longed to stroll within the Blue Mountains, in addition to go to the west. Additionally, Adelaide is certainly one of my favorite cities, so we’re planning to reach from Sydney on the long-lasting Indian Pacific practice.
Identify a spot that stunned you in 2013…
Cliveden Home was a revelation – fab meals and miles of strolling within the grounds. My purpose is to return and keep within the cottage on the Thames (made well-known by Stephen Ward and the Profumo Affair).
Britain was stunning in 2013, particularly…
Mid Wales. Stunning mountains, with out the crowds of Snowdonia or the Brecon Beacons, and engaging little cities and villages.
Inform us someplace you returned to in 2013. What was it like this time round?
I went again to Lebanon in 2013, and this time round it was barely extra edgy and clearly affected by the battle in Syria. The meals and hospitality, although, had been as superb as ever.
Not as scary as Mitchell Johnson: Cricket commentator David Lloyd loved a Nice White encounter this 12 months
David Lloyd
Cricket commentator
What was your largest vacation disappointment of 2013?
Not having one!
Someday I promise I’ll get to…
The south of Eire. I went to Galway, Tralee and Killarney a couple of years in the past to play golf with some mates. I drank one of the best Guinness however, sadly, do not bear in mind a lot about it. I have to do it once more…
What was your definitive journey second of 2013?
Getting right into a shark cage in Port Lincoln, Australia. I used to be completely petrified, however as soon as I used to be in, it was incredible. Nice Whites are huge. They only cruised previous, with shoals of fish following them. Then this huge fella – about 5 metres – abruptly turned and attacked a buoy. Exhilarating stuff.
Identify a spot that stunned you in 2013…
New Zealand is fabulous, my favorite vacation spot. Huge open areas, golf, wine…
Britain was stunning in 2013, particularly…
The North Yorkshire Moors. I’ve a spot up there. I really like the surroundings, the folks, the pubs, and – after all – the horse racing.
Making a splash: Rebecca Adlington most popular the Caribbean to Australia, and is trying ahead to returning
Rebecca Adlington
Olympic swimming champion and I’m A Movie star… contestant
Subsequent 12 months, I’m positively going to…
Palm Island, in St Vincent and the Grenadines. I am operating a swim workshop – freed from cost – for company in Could. We now have an Olympic-sized pool prepared within the sea, simply off the jetty!
Identify a spot that stunned you in 2013…
The Caribbean, because it was my first go to there. I discovered it to be very fairly and idyllic – and I cherished the folks, who’re so pleasant. It was additionally the primary time that I’ve swum within the sea – which was superb. Often, I do not!
Hair-raising stuff: Errol Douglas (seen right here with son Ruben) was very impressed by Moscow’s fashion and pep
Errol Douglas
Hairdresser to the celebs
Subsequent 12 months, I’m positively going to…
Sydney. Whereas it is for work, I do know I will come again impressed by the fashion and vibe of the town. By day and night time, the folks have an open, curious angle that actually sparks concepts for tendencies that transcend the apparent. I really like that the town is unencumbered by what’s ‘in’.
Identify a spot that stunned you in 2013…
Moscow. Beautiful structure, eateries, tradition and a daring style set that are not afraid to push the boundaries. Engaged on reveals there this 12 months was an actual eye opener.
Dwelling comforts: He’s extra often discovered within the polar areas, however Sir Ranulph confesses to a liking for Clacton
Sir Ranulph Fiennes
Explorer
Someday I promise I’ll get…
A flu jab.
Subsequent 12 months, I’m positively going to…
Someplace sizzling.
Identify a spot that stunned you in 2013…
Clacton-on-Sea.
Britain was stunning in 2013, particularly…
In autumn.
Not a Pointless expertise: Richard took his household to Edinburgh for the thrills of its summer time festivals in August
Richard Osman
Co-host of BBC quiz present Pointless and common brainbox
Someday I promise I’ll get to…
I’ve at all times needed to go to the Arctic Circle or the Antarctic. So the very north of Norway, or a visit from the very tip of South America. After all I’d then want every week someplace highly regarded with the intention to ‘re-acclimatise’. So let’s say every week in Antarctica adopted by every week in St. Lucia. Do folks do this?
Subsequent 12 months, I’m positively going to…
The children and I like to go to Dubai and keep on the great Jumeirah Seaside Lodge. We at all times take pleasure in unbelievable climate, superb service and wonderful meals – all of it simply six hours away. We missed it this 12 months, so we’ll positively be again there in 2014.
Britain was stunning in 2013, particularly…
Tub. I visited it for the primary time this 12 months. What a unprecedented metropolis.
Inform us someplace you returned to in 2013. What was it like this time round?
Per week on the Edinburgh Pageant with the children is an actual annual deal with, and this 12 months was one of the best ever. Now the children are youngsters, and each large comedy followers, it’s the right vacation. Getting up late, having fun with the gorgeous metropolis, then watching comedy all night. We didn’t cease laughing all week.
Austrian escape: John has visited Vienna on a number of events, however was particularly captivated on his newest journey
John Sergeant
Broadcaster and journalist
Inform us someplace you returned to in 2013. What was it like this time round?
I went again to Vienna in 2013, and this time round it was a revelation. I’ve been there a number of occasions earlier than, generally for work, however by no means actually acquired to grips with the place.
This time I learn a very good deal about it earlier than going, notably concerning the interval earlier than the First World Warfare when it was the capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. You possibly can decide and select the foremost figures who’ve lived there, from Mozart to Hitler, Mahler to Freud. You possibly can think about Trotsky and Stalin having fun with espresso in one of many well-known cafes.
My spouse and I stayed on the Imperial Lodge. In his youthful days Hitler swept the streets exterior; he returned as Chancellor of Austria and Germany to handle the crowds from a balcony on the primary ground.
Britain was stunning in 2013, particularly…
The Helford River in Cornwall.
For the previous fifteen years or so I’ve sailed there with my brother in a yacht chartered in Plymouth. Firstly of our annual week-long cruise, it’s often the anchorage we head for on the primary day. It’s a lengthy sail, which in all probability provides to the attraction; and I can in truth say that, come hell or excessive water, we’re at all times delighted to be there. The estuary narrows to a river, which is deep and welcoming for crusing boats, and after the inevitable dramas of the passage, it’s reassuringly acquainted. For me, a west coast cruise is the right reply to the query of easy methods to get away from all of it.
Nearly pretty much as good: Rachel Johnson has nonetheless not made it to India – however is already planning her annual journey to Greece
Rachel Johnson
Writer
Someday I promise I’ll get to…
India. I did not get there in any respect when certainly one of my brothers was primarily based there for 5 years. India and Nepal are prime of my record.
Subsequent 12 months, I’m positively going to…
Greece. I at all times do.
On the up: Kay discovered herself reminiscing in Blackpool – and needs to sort out Corsica’s fabled GR20 mountaineering route
Kay Burley
Sky Information presenter
What was your largest vacation disappointment of 2013?
Cambodia. It’s a nation steeped in historical past, with magical structure relationship again 900 years. The persons are among the most generous-spirited I’ve met. However it’s struggling to deal with the inflow of western vacationers. If you wish to expertise Angkor Wat, go now earlier than it’s too late.
Someday I promise I’ll get to…
Peru. I wish to stroll the Inca Path to Machu Picchu. I additionally would additionally love to achieve the bottom camp of Everest. Someday…
What was your definitive journey second of 2013?
Being satisfied a lion was about to leap into the open-sided safari car I used to be sitting in at Ulusaba sport reserve in South Africa. He appeared me straight within the eye, and I may see he was considering: “I may if I needed to, however at present’s you fortunate day”.
Subsequent 12 months, I’m positively going to…
Stroll alongside the GR20 path in Corsica, and journey to Loch Lomond for a boot camp. There, I’ve stated it in writing. I should now.
Identify a spot that stunned you in 2013…
Mallorca. The island had at all times meant dodgy motels in Magaluf to me. Nevertheless, this 12 months I travelled as much as the mountains on a strolling vacation with associates, and it fully blew me away. What a magnificently stunning island it’s away from the occasion promenade.
Britain was as stunning as ever in 2013, particularly…
Blackpool. It’s straightforward to be sniffy, however it’s the place we loved many household holidays after I was a baby. I returned for work this autumn, and strolling alongside the promenade, taking within the sights of the tower and the piers, whisked me again to pleased occasions.
Inform us someplace you returned to in 2013. What was it like this time round?
Ulusaba, and this time was as magical as each different time. At one with nature. Animals interacting with one another, fully bored with our presence – other than the aforementioned pesky lion. I’d implore everybody to attempt to journey to Africa simply as soon as.
London, are you able to wait?: Barbara Taylor Bradford will renew her acquaintance with The Dorchester subsequent 12 months
Barbara Taylor Bradford
Greatest-selling novelist
What was your largest vacation disappointment of 2013?
Not having a trip. An excessive amount of work ending my new e-book and occurring talking excursions within the US and UK.
Subsequent 12 months, I’m positively going to…
I’m planning a two-week cruise via the Greek islands with my husband Bob. We can even spend a couple of days in Paris after the re-opening of certainly one of our favourite motels, the Plaza Athenee. Our favourite lodge on this planet is and has been The Dorchester in London – and we are going to go to it on our method again house to New York.
