As anyone who has ever visited northern Italy and Switzerland can tell you, this alpine region offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the world and where the mountains and lakes take centre stag…
Bucket List
Here’s some of the world’s great journeys to add to your wish-list.
Experience a barge cruise along French canals
Cruising the canals of France is not only an idyllic way to enjoy the rich offerings of the French countryside but a great alternative to the traditional river cruise. True to its name, Back Roads Tou…
Luxury river cruising without the price tag
As a company that builds and operates its own river cruise ships, Gate 1 Travel is uniquely placed to deliver luxury experiences at super-competitive prices. While it specialises in cruising the iconi…
Five star fare on rails
It could be the ultimate in indulgent sensory overload. Jaw-dropping scenery, educational commentary, extreme comfort and exquisite food and wine … all at the same time! Boarding the famous Rocky Moun…
Hitch a stay at Sonora Resort with Rocky Mountaineer
For anyone who has ever experienced the thrill that comes with riding the rails on a Rocky Mountaineer holiday, they will tell you that it’s more than just a rail journey. From the scenic wonders outs…
A Scenic river cruise pictorial – a holiday to remember
In 2016, I took my first river cruise holiday. While I had long been sold on the merits of ocean cruising, I wasn’t sure if river cruising was really for me. Then I boarded Scenic’s brand new ship, Am…
You’ll be inspired by these faith based tours
Few things are as special, or as memorable as a faith-based trip. Whether it’s walking in the footsteps of history’s most important religious figures, or visiting ancient sites where significant…
A quiz guide to the Rocky Mountaineer
Anyone who loves to travel will enjoy a trip with Rocky Mountaineer. From the bustling big cities of Seattle and Vancouver and the coastal beaches and rainforest wilderness, to the majestic mountain l…
One Train, Two Exceptional Service Levels
A trip on the Rocky Mountaineer can only be described as awe inspiring, where the impeccable onboard service and comfortable surroundings come second only to the magnificent Canadian scenery found amo…
Rocky Mountaineer – An Explorer’s Dream
Travel brings out the adventurer in all of us. Centuries ago, it was the great explorers who trekked the distant lands, driven on by the prospect of new and magnificent wonders ahead. When it comes to…