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People travel from one end of the world to the other marvelling at what the human race is capable of, from creating beautiful art to marvels of engineering and architecture.  We travel to see the natural beauty in the world, from tranquil turquoise waters lapping at pristine sandy beaches to soaring rock formations seemingly in the middle of nowhere.  And … Read More

Holidays to China conjure up images of terracotta soldiers, the Summer Palace, tranquil gardens and images of Mao but you’ll miss out on so much if you limit yourself to historic sites only.  China is fast becoming a vibrant, modern country that is striving to catch up with and in some instances, even surpassing its western counterparts. The 2008 Summer … Read More

All around the globe you can find stunning wonders of ancient and modern architecture dedicated to religion, from Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, Catholicism, Judaism and more.  Visually beautiful buildings inside and out, they attract visitors from every corner of the world to admire the aesthetics as well as to worship their chosen religion. St Peter’s Basilica, Italy Located in the Vatican … Read More

Travellers come from all walks of life and have a myriad of needs and expectations from their vacations.  Some people are looking for somewhere cheap and cheerful to lay their head at night after long hours taking in all the sights, whereas for other people the hotel is just as important as the city they are visiting.  Some are willing … Read More

When it comes to travelling, small group touring and escorted tours are definitely the way to go if you want to get the absolute best value out of your next adventure.  Not only are they are great way to have the holiday of a lifetime without breaking the bank but you are almost guaranteed the best holiday ever for a … Read More

Travelling through India is a feast for the senses with beautiful scenery, aromatic scents and exotic spices from beginning to end.  The scenery will take your breath away as will the flavours of the huge variety of spices and curries on offer, and while we are no doubt familiar with the different main dishes thanks to our local takeaway, the … Read More

With a stunning landscape dominated by mountains, islands and fjords, it’s little wonder Norway is considered one of the best places on earth to live. Natural phenomena like the Northern Lights and Geirangerfjord exist alongside historic Viking settlements and modern cities like Oslo and Bergen.  Every city and region in Norway has its particular attractions and to help you put … Read More

Did you know that the Antarctic Peninsula is only 970km away from Cape Horn in Chile?  When you look at a map, Antarctica seems like it is a long way from any other continent but this really isn’t the case.  It is also becoming a more popular destination for people wanting an adventure that is less focused on comfort and … Read More

Travelling to a country that doesn’t speak English as their first language may seem a little daunting however you will find that a lot of people know a small amount of English, especially in places that tourists frequent.  This is definitely the case in Japan as it is taught in schools and adults often study English in evening classes. Even … Read More

Singapore is an extremely popular destination for anyone looking for somewhere that is modern yet timeless and classic in addition to giving a nod to both its British colonial heritage and its contemporary Asian future.  Singapore’s Changi Airport is currently enjoying its sixth consecutive year as the ‘Worlds Best Airport’ and the Port of Singapore is considered to be a … Read More