With some strategic planning, it’s possible to transform your annual leave into some impressive extended breaks, including your weekends. By carefully booking your time around Ireland’s 10 public bank holidays, you can create longer stretches of relaxation, giving you the perfect opportunity for extended getaways. This is great news for everyone, especially parents navigating school holidays, who can benefit from the extra days off.
Graceland, the Grand Ole Opry, New Orleans’ French Quarter… These iconic sites are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the extraordinary musical heritage of the Deep South. This region isn't merely a treasure trove of history; it's alive with rhythm and energy, offering an unparalleled musical experience. Whether you're swaying to the soulful blues, tapping your feet to jazz, feeling the country twang, or getting lost in the lively sounds of Cajun accordions and riverboat calliopes, the Deep South dances to its own unique beat. It invites you to join in the fun, where every note played and every song sung adds to the rich legacy of an area that truly pulses with life and creativity.
One of the best things about late November and December is getting into the festive spirit, and we can’t think of a better way to embrace the season than shopping for unique Christmas gifts on a European city break, somewhere with a fabulous festive market. We’ve chosen our must-visit Europe Christmas markets for 2024, with some continuing into early January if you want to keep the festive feels going.
At Travel Counsellors, we are huge fans of Azamara’s award-winning and pioneering cruises for many reasons. Chief among them is that they offer guests more time in port than any other itineraries, with late nights and overnight stays in many destinations. Azamara’s boutique-style, award-winning cruise ships can visit smaller ports that larger ships cannot reach, and their carefully curated land programmes offer a fantastic choice of unique tours to complement your voyage.
Asia is one of our favourite destinations both for escaping the dull winter and for thrilling, destinations in the region. Some of these destinations include Bali, Sri Lanka, Japan, Thailand, and Sydney. A fantastic way to travel to Asia is with the worlds best airline Qatar Airways, which not only serves its home base in the Middle East but also reaches over 170 destinations worldwide from Doha. With Qatar Airways and Travel Counsellors, you have access to a wide range of exciting destinations in Asia.
Ready for the adventure of a lifetime? With a Regent Seven Seas cruise, you can experience the extraordinary. Imagine exploring the breathtaking temples of Southeast Asia, the serene palaces and gardens of Japan, or the captivating wildlife and wine trails of Australia and New Zealand—all while enjoying the luxury and comfort that only Regent Seven Seas can provide.
Hurtigruten’s 12-day classic Coastal Express itinerary is the ultimate way to see the Norwegian coast, taking you from cosmopolitan Bergen in the south to the edge of Europe at the North Cape and Kirkenes, then back again, covering much more of Norway than other cruise lines and visiting many smaller ports they can’t reach.
Imagine stepping back in time to an era of grand voyages, where the joy of travel was found in the act of exploring, learning, and immersing yourself in the wonders of the world. Riviera Travel's European Grand Tours offer you the chance to relive that golden age of travel on luxurious 9 to 13-day adventures. If you're a lover of art, culture, and history, these tours are a once-in-a-lifetime experience you'll cherish forever.
From discovering local culture, world-class shopping and fine dining to thrilling desert adventures, this Arabian Gulf peninsula has rapidly evolved from a stopover location to a major tourist destination in its own right.
