Whether you are in San Francisco for a standalone visit or are perhaps there as part of a wider road trip, there has never been a better time to visit this iconic city. From Alcatraz and the painted ladies to the twisting angles of Lombard Street and everything in-between, San Francisco has everything for everyone and is one of […]

I read somewhere that BBC wildlife documentary series Planet Earth was so popular in China that the country’s combined streaming activities slowed the internet when it aired. An exaggeration perhaps, but totally believable. The programme’s epic photography and captivating commentary have brought the topic of conservation to the forefront of the conversation in our living […]

Love it or hate it, Black Friday has fixed itself firmly on the calendar of the UK’s savvy spenders. Looking for a bargain? These best Black Friday travel deals shouldn’t be missed. Once reserved for serial shopaholics the event has expanded to all areas of commerce, including travel, and if you’re prepared to embrace the […]

Christmas is just around the corner and so I’ve started the always challenging task of finding thoughtful presents for my friends and family. It can be tough to know where to start when searching online, this year I’ve been searching online to come up with ideas. My plan is to find items that I like the […]

This Galapagos cruise guide will help you differentiate between the various classes of cruise travel offered, and ensure you get the best value trip for your money. Since Charles Darwin first wrote about the unique and beautiful creatures and landscapes he found there in 1835, the Galapagos Islands have been a must-see destination for evolutionary […]

For every Whistler Backcomb, Wanaka, and Chamonix there’s a lesser-known, often less developed winter resort overlooked by those who favour après ski over isolated piste. Ideal for those looking to escape the masses and explore off the beaten path, here’s my guide to some fabulously unfamiliar and under the radar winter resorts. SAINTE-FOY, FRANCE OPTIMUM […]

Listed as one of New Zealand’s nine Great Walks the Whanganui River Journey isn’t a walk at all. Instead of tramping a well-trodden trail, those who seek to disconnect from the outside world paddle a 157km stretch of water which meanders through some of the most remote parts of New Zealand’s North Island. ‘Ko au […]