Lord of the Highlands

Alan Fairfax travels the locks and lochs surrounded by magnificent scenery, on water and land….

The Bon Sol Hotel Mallorca

Alan Fairfax returns to a favourite holiday hotel, accompanied by his granddaughter, a wheelchair user. …

RIU Costa del Sol at Playamar

By Alan Fairfax Like thousands of others in their later years I enjoy the sun but where do you go in the winter to find it? One of the closest locations is Spain’s Costa del Sol where the sun shines most days and temperatures reach the high teens. Late November has me boarding my TUI […]…

Fred. Olsen’s splendid new ship, Bolette

It’s over 2 years since last cruising with Fred Olsen, affectionately known by regulars as ‘Fred’, now’s my chance to reacquaint myself, but as a solo passenger aboard their new flagship, Bolette, did I enjoy it? Read on….

English Holiday Cruises

Rising in the Cambrian Mountains, the River Severn encompasses the Cotswolds and Severn Vale, the cruising area of the English Holiday Cruises boat MV Edward Elgar….

AmaWaterways’ AmaMagna on the Danube

Among the many river cruise lines vying for your attention on the Danube, one stands out as a true innovator in an increasingly competitive area: AmaWaterways….

Come feel the love on a Princess cruise. You’ll enjoy the MedallionClass experience others simply can’t, and it’s exclusively for everyone. Visit incredible destinations and be involved in the best experiences around each one of them.

Experience more with Princess and connect effortlessly with the world around you, spend time away with loved ones, take a moment for yourself, and fall in love with your holiday of a lifetime, every time.

With over 20 years of experience, Wendy Wu Tours has mastered the art of creating exceptional, fully inclusive tours which showcase the very best of each destination.

Each tour is led by a world-class guide, who will highlight the very best of their homeland, and includes authentic cultural experiences so you are not just seeing the sights, but truly immersing yourself in local life.

Say hello to ease at sea. Ambassador’s purpose is simple: they want to inspire every guest to experience authentic cruising, effortlessly and sustainably. Passionate about protecting our oceans and destinations, their ships comply with the highest industry emission standards and there is no single-use plastic on board.

On your voyage, you will receive the warmest of welcomes from the Ambassador community as you sail upon the friendliest ships afloat.

This is a global co-operative co-owned by local partners using real local experts and guides, which supports local communities, environments and wildlife. It offers travellers quirky places to stay, activity holidays and learning experiences. Not In The Guidebooks gets travellers off the beaten track into local culture with day experiences and longer, immersive adventures.

From wild wellness breaks in Wales to painting in Portugal, sustainable adventures in Mauritius to food safaris in Brazil, this is immersive, exciting travel.

Seabourn’s five intimate ships carry guests to the heart of great cities, exclusive yacht harbours and secluded coves around the world, while two new purpose-built expedition ships will combine exhilarating adventures in remote destinations with the sophisticated amenities of the world’s finest resorts at sea.

From the luxury of all suite accommodations to complimentary fine wines and spirits, and a no tipping policy, Seabourn exemplifies the definition of travelling well.