Regardless of personal faith, visiting the world’s great churches is high on most travel to-do lists. The stirring stroll through St Peter’s Square to tour the Renaissance wonder of St Peter’s Basili…
A tropical paradise you’ve probably never heard of
Malaysia has always lured travellers with its beachfront resorts and natural wonders around Sabah, Penang and Langkawi. However, it’s the islands off the coast of Terengganu that have become Asia’s ne…
Exploring Britain’s Lake District
Touring Britain’s Lake District transports you to a serene world of undulating fells, mystical tarns and oak woodlands. And then there are the 16 lakes that add the fairytale overlay that have inspire…
How to navigate Venice
The watery wonderland of Venice isn’t your typical city when it comes to getting around. Spread across 118 small islands, this perennial favourite amongst travellers requires some prior knowledge if…
Stunning villas in Bali
Bali has long been a favourite destination for travellers looking for an affordable, relaxing and easy holiday, but in recent years, Indonesia’s playground has been attracting a new wave of luxury hun…
Why you should experience barge cruising in France
If you’re a fan of cruising, this may surprise you. Barge cruising offers a unique take on the river experience and France is the showcase nation for this type of discovery. Modern, luxurious ve…
5 essential travel apps to download before you go
Technology has transformed the way we live, work and play. When we travel, it’s literally a new world out there thanks to the advances in IT over the past two decades. Mobile apps in particular have …
Heading to the UK? Try one of these short breaks
Holidays to the United Kingdom come in many sizes. For most of us, we’re visiting friends or relatives, or just holidaying for a short period of time. While it’s great to catch up with loved ones whil…
9 reasons you’ll love travelling with Back-Roads
Aren’t all tour companies the same? Don’t they all provide a guide, a packed itinerary and hassle-free holiday? On the surface this might seem to be true, but dive a little deeper and you’ll realise t…