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8 awesome things to do in China

06 February 2024

We don’t know about you, but while Chinese New Year festivities are brilliant in the UK, they also make us dream about wanting to go to China itself. A vast and hugely varied country, it has some incredible sights, whether you're a first-time visitor or a returning explorer. Join us as we reveal our top must-see destinations and unforgettable experiences in China.

Ride the Aqua Slidecoaster to the USA

24 January 2024

The striking new Norwegian Aqua isn’t just an incredible cruise ship. It’s home to the Aqua Slidecoaster, the world’s first hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide. If you consider yourself an adventurous seafarer, then its dual slides – which snake around the ship’s funnel and stand three stories high – are for you. Sailing from the UK to Boston, this is the ultimate transatlantic journey.

Trending destinations for families in 2024

19 January 2024

With many families asking us where to go in 2024 and planning for the new adventures that the coming year will bring, we’ve shared the destinations we’ve seen trending recently and what there is to do in each with children of different ages. It’s never too early to think ahead when it comes to bagging the most desirable resorts or tours – or the best deals!

Discover the art of relaxation in the Algarve

15 January 2024

Imagine waking up to the gentle murmur of the ocean, a symphony of waves serenading the sunrise. Perched atop the ochre cliffs of the Algarve, this sanctuary is loved for its Moorish-inspired architecture and verdant gardens that sweep down to the soft sands of the iconic Praia da Falésia below. Here, discerning travellers will find their haven—an opulent retreat that offers a blend of relaxation, adventure, and culinary excellence. Whether you seek a tranquil spa experience, sun-kissed rounds of golf, or fine dining under the stars, Pine Cliffs Resort is a mosaic of unique moments, waiting to be lived.

The best foodie destinations in and around Cape Town

13 January 2024

Cape Town and the Western Cape are renowned for their array of wonderful activities, attractions, and hotels. They also have a huge choice of world-class restaurants that put the cherry on the cake of any holiday in this part of South Africa. We’ve shared some fabulous and unique restaurants in the Central Business District (many in the hip area of Kloof Street), plus other must-visit dining destinations in Cape Town.

Trending destinations for families in 2024

03 January 2024

With many families asking us where to go in 2024 and planning for the new adventures that the coming year will bring, we’ve shared the destinations we’ve seen trending recently and what there is to do in each with children of different ages. It’s never too early to think ahead when it comes to bagging the most desirable resorts or tours – or the best deals!

Extraordinary experiences, made in Singapore

03 January 2024

A vibrant, utterly intoxicating metropolis but one also blessed with lots of eco-friendly open spaces, Singapore offers something for every type of traveller. If ever there was a destination with ‘something for everyone’, it’s this island-country and city-state with its vast culture, outdoor activities, fabulous food scene, and superb shopping. Spend a few days, a week, or more here, and you’re sure to agree.

See the real Vietnam on an immersive tour

27 December 2023

An overnight stay on a Ha Long Bay cruise boat, an authentic mountain homestay, an array of temples, tombs, and pagodas to amble around, and the mighty Mekong Delta… There’s all this and more in this Immersive Vietnam itinerary, which is 100% customisable – just chat to us about what you want to swap in or out.

The best villas in Florida for multigenerational holidays

21 December 2023

Villas offer all the space and flexibility that families – especially large family groups including grandparents – need. Florida is one of the best destinations in the world for spacious, beautifully equipped villas, many with their own pools - perfect for cooling off together after all that theme park excitement. Florida offers fun and natural wonders in spades. Orlando and its world-leading theme parks tend to grab the headlines, with new attractions and events year after year, but there are also dreamy beaches to discover and fantastic wildlife encounters to be had, all within easy reach of the city.