As the epicentre of Icelandic cultural life – and the world’s most northerly capital city – Reykjavik is small, but charmingly formed and buzzes with quirky chutzpah. Nearly half the country’s population reside here, but even so there are barely 123,000 inhabitants, ensuring that the city’s streets remain refreshingly uncrowded. Sun Voyager - Reykjavik harbour While... As the epicentre of Icelandic cultural life – and the world’s most northerly capital city – Reykjavik is small, but charmingly formed and buzzes with quirky chutzpah. Nearly half the country’s population reside here, but even so there are barely 123,000 inhabitants, ensuring that the city’s streets remain refreshingly uncrowded. Sun Voyager - Reykjavik harbour While...
Vietnam has become one of Asia’s rising tourism stars over the last decade thanks to an irresistible combination of awe-inspiring landscapes and mesmerising cities. The Mekong River While many Far Eastern countries can promise a similarly alluring mix, Vietnam stands out for the unmistakable Gallic legacy of French rule that still leaves its mark culturally...
Solo cruises are a fantastic way to see the world, surrounding yourself with likeminded passengers in a variety of stunning locations. If nobody back home shares your craving for a certain destination, or you simply want to get away on your own to recharge your batteries, solo and singles cruises are perfect for experiencing it...
The host of the 2014 Winter Olympics, Sochi, might not have been all that well-known to us Brits, but the 2018 Winter Olympics are set to launch in an even more obscure destination: PyeongChang. So, where is PyeongChang, and what can you find there? Where is PyeongChang? PyeongChang County is a city in South Korea,...
Gibraltar is a proud slice of Britain at the end of the Costa del Sol, guarding the narrow straits that form the entrance to the Mediterranean. The scenery – a sheer-sided hulk of limestone, 1,400 feet high and riddled with caves – is dramatic, the town huddled around its base, much of it still enclosed...
Iceland cruises are now some of the most popular sailings. Often part of Arctic voyages that also pass through Greenland and the Norwegian fjords, it is little surprise! But Iceland’s popularity isn’t just down to its neighbours – this impossibly beautiful country captivates travellers with stunning scenery, a unique history and one very famous city:...
Throughout the world there are groups of islands caressed by gentle winds, ringed by white sandy beaches and glistening iridescent waters. But nowhere in the world is there a group of islands quite like the Spice Islands - 632 islands to the north east of Indonesia. Straddling one of the world’s most volatile volcanic belts...
Asia has always been shrouded in mystery and magic – a place to wander among colourful culture and flavoursome festivals. And yet, with so many destinations falling under the Asian sphere, many are often overlooked for the most mainstream locations. Instead, why not make 2018 the year of discovery and find your own Asia hidden...
If you find yourself overlooking the Caribbean for fear of being jaded by the lack of adventure and the same-old beach feel, then this archipelago might be just what you need after all. Away from the tourist draws of the Bahamas and Jamaica, venture into the depths of Dominica or Montserrat for a taste of...