Francesca Barone is one of our Brilliant Travel Homeworkers who specialises in cruise and luxury holidays. She was recently invited on board the Silver Muse, the newest ship in the …
Sri Lanka’s 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
For a country that is one of the smallest in Asia, Sri Lanka is blessed with a high number of ruins and temples. In fact, the ancient Buddhist relics that …
10 movies filmed in Vancouver
If you’ve ever experienced déjà vu while flicking through photos of Vancouver, it might be because you’ve seen the city in your favourite film. Vancouver has earned the nickname Hollywood …
7 places to visit in Costa Dorada
Costa Daurada is one of mainland Spain’s most popular holiday destinations. Located along the stunning Mediterranean shoreline it’s the perfect blend of Catalonian culture, family-family attractions, rich history, golden beaches …
Exploring Alaska from a cruise ship
Scottish naturalist John Muir made the first of his three trips to Alaska’s Panhandle in 1879. Alaska may be America’s ‘Last Frontier’, but when it comes to untamed natural beauty …
15 airport #TravelTricks for an easier holiday
The airport part of the holiday is never fun. Between trying to find your gate, to getting past security, and then keeping yourself occupied during a long stop-over, it feels …
An introduction to Saga River Cruises
Ocean cruises take you to countries, but river cruises take you through them. These waterways are ribbons of liquid history that form physical and psychological boundaries and river cruises allow …
6 must-visit festivals and events in Malta
Malta is fast becoming known as an island ideal for the energetic festival lover. Despite being a bit of a newcomer to the clubbing scene there are already a few …
What to pack for a holiday in Bali
Bali might not take up much room on a map, but the tropical island is growing in popularity with sun-seekers. Home to soft beaches, flawless sunshine, first-class restaurants and impeccable …
How to spend 72 hours in Madrid
Madrid is a popular city break destination for many reasons. Firstly, its location in central Spain makes it an obvious choice for city-lovers who also want to embrace some sun. …