The broad, meandering Irrawaddy was immortalised in Kipling’s poem of 1890 as ‘The Road to Mandalay’. The writer travelled through Burma in 1889 and was enchanted by the shimmering golden …
Where’s the best places to visit in May?
May isn’t your typical holiday month. There’s no longer the desire to book a summer break to escape the wet British winter, but it’s not officially summer yet either and …
Where are the best places to visit in May?
May isn’t your typical holiday month. There’s no longer the desire to book a winter break to escape the wet British winter, but it’s not officially summer either and if …
Must see, eat, visit and do while in Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is an island synonymous with wonder. Its volcanic history has created an intriguing unearthly landscape and its location has birthed sunny beaches that never drop below 10C – …
Repositioning Cruises
From the very beginnings of transatlantic travel, when the paddle steamer Britannia set out from Liverpool bound for Boston in July 1840, competition across the Atlantic became intense. Each new …
Mekong in Focus
Back in 1955 Graham Greene compared Vietnam’s polished illusions to a lacquered table: lovely, but so tough it takes no scratches. Today he would scarcely recognise Ho Chi Minh City …
Repositioning Cruises
What are repositioning cruises and are they the best-kept secret in cruising. Read on and discover for yourself. From the very beginnings of transatlantic travel, when the paddle steamer Britannia …
Cruise the Mekong River in Focus
Back in 1955 Graham Greene compared Vietnam’s polished illusions to a lacquered table: lovely, but so tough it takes no scratches. Today he would scarcely recognise Ho Chi Minh City …
Which Australian city should you choose for your next holiday?
Want to visit Australia? Join the party. Australia is a popular destination year after year with holidaymakers seeking sun, adventure and iconic sights. However, the sun-drenched mega-island clocks in at …
Which Australian city should you choose for your next holiday?
Want to visit Australia? Join the party. Australia is a popular destination year after year with holidaymakers seeking sun, adventure and iconic sights. However, the sun-drenched mega-island clocks in at …