A Truly Unique Ship: Hebridean Princess
Amy was recently lucky enough to experience three nights onboard the unique Hebridean Princess, the world's smallest luxury ship, sailing from Greenock to Campbeltown - here's her review...
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Off the Beaten Track
If you want to avoid the crowds and the coaches, discover unspoilt islands and pristine national parks, or maybe even be warmly greeted by locals who have perhaps never met tourists before, then head off the beaten track - and here's some of our top destinations!
The Rise of the Mega Ship - and Where Next?
Not merely content to be ‘floating hotels’, some cruise ships are more like ‘resorts at sea’. With some high profile new ships launched at over 100,000 gross tonnes, including Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas, P&O’s Britannia and yet more to launch in the upcoming years, the rise of ‘mega ships’ looks to be a trend – but where next?
Whistle-stop Guide: Rivers of the world
Fancy a river cruise, but not sure which? Here's our brief, whistle-stop guide to some of the world's greatest waterways to sail on...From the mighty Mekong, old favourites such as the great Danube and the Rhine, to rising stars such as the Irrawaddy and the Douro, and off-the-beaten track adventures on the Brahmaputra.
Harleys, Sundowners and Safari in South Africa
Rachel and Amy recently enjoyed a short six night cruise onboard Fred. Olsen’s Boudicca around South Africa from Cape Town to Durban, enjoying two nights at Cape Town. During their time in Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, they experienced some fantastic adventures ashore...
Reasons to Visit South America
South America is an astoundingly diverse continent, so here's some of our top reasons to visit, whatever your interest is - whether you're a beach bunny, an adrenaline junkie, a history buff, a nature lover, or a culture vulture.
Iconic Rail Journeys
Our guide to iconic rail journeys, including vintage steam locomotives, trains using cutting-edge technology, and opulent luxury trains, showcasing stunning scenery and visiting iconic destinations - these rail journeys are simply unmissable, often providing an unique insight into the destination
Scenic Eclipse: The World's first Discovery Yacht
Launching in 2018, Scenic Eclipse promises a bold move into luxury yachting, using pioneering technology, and featuring two onboard helicopters, a seven-seat submarine, and onboard Discovery Team to enable guests to discover the world from new perspectives, whilst enjoying the utmost in 6* all-inclusive luxury
World Festivals - June to August
Our guide to some of the best, quirkiest, and most colourful carnivals and festivals around the world celebrating summer, or simply celebrated during the summer months of June to August