Open Water: Find Your Fins by Swimming with Sharks in Hawaii

Swimming cage-free with tiger sharks off the coast of Oahu, Katie Dundas overcomes her Jaws fears and finds a new-found appreciation for one of the ocean’s most misunderstood residents. I ease into the sea with intent, rather than a sudden jump, so as not to agitate the water’s inhabitants. That was the advice from my […]

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8 Things You Didn’t Know About Holland America Line Cruises

With more than 150 years at sea, Holland America is a maritime titan – and its unique culinary programs, award-winning itineraries and Dutch heritage are just a drop in the ocean. As the world’s second oldest cruise line, there are plenty of stories behind the name Holland America. From its humble beginnings as a passenger […]

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Our Guide to the Best Restaurants at Sea

Culinary curious but love a cruise? You don’t need to compromise with these restaurants, all found on five-star cruises. Taking to the open seas doesn’t mean compromising on great food. On top of the spacious rooms, one-of-a-kind entertainment, faultless facilities and jaw-dropping locations, luxury cruises are also home to a collection of must-try culinary experiences. […]

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Chin Chin! A Guide to the World’s Best Wine Regions

No matter if you’re a would-be cabernet connoisseur or a budding expert of Barolo, discover where to experience the world’s best wine regions here. The best way to learn about wine is drinking it, and nowhere is better to drink than the world’s best wine regions. However, these perfect pockets offer more than just a […]

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Say Aloha to 8 of the Best Five-Star Resorts in Hawaii

From ‘ohana’ friendly trips in Maui to transformative wellness journeys in Lanai, here are the best five-star resorts in Hawaii. There’s no shortage of exceptional resorts dotted across the Hawaiian Islands, each offering their own version of beachfront massages, fine dining and dazzling infinity pools. But that warm aloha feeling comes from more than a […]

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The World’s Best Ski Resorts From Japan to New Zealand

From the legendary Canadian Rockies to the prime powder of Japan, we take the guesswork out of choosing your next winter escape. Whether your ideal ski escape revolves around the diversity of post-slope activities (après ski) or solely on abundant snowfall, there’s a resort to match. This curated guide on the crème de […]

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Caviar in the Surf & 4 Other Surprising Seabourn Cruise Experiences

Caviar served from a surfboard in the Caribbean, shopping with the chef at Turkish bazaars and submarine expeditions in the Arctic: Seabourn excursions dive deeper. If scratching beneath the surface of a destination is your holiday modus operandi, Seabourn is a cruise line to have on your radar. With purpose-built expedition ships, Zodiacs and submarines […]

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Your Month-by-Month Guide to the Best Holiday Destinations for Sun-Seekers

From January in Thailand to November in Mauritius, soak up the sun no matter the season. For beach-lovers and summer souls, waiting for warm weather can feel eternal. Thankfully, the earth keeps turning, which means there’s always a corner ready to offer travellers a warm welcome. Start your year in tropical climes, mark the midpoint […]

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Destination Dupes: This Year’s Hottest Travel Trends

Switch from Zermatt to Sapporo and leave London for Liverpool – swapping classic destinations for their equally captivating counterparts is one of the smartest travel hacks around. Santorini’s legendary whitewashed views and Sydney’s iconic harbourfront have competition – savvy travellers are swapping tried-and-true favourites for ‘destination dupes’. From Paros to Palermo, discover new destinations and […]

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16 Luxury Hotel Openings We Can’t Wait to See in 2024

Check out (and into) our pick of the newest luxury hotels opening in the new year, from renaissance-luxe in Florence to beachfront bliss in the Seychelles. Modern makeovers behind heritage facades, sleek towers tickling the clouds and awe-inspiring architecture soaring into the sky: with the triple threat of stunning design, unbeatable surroundings and world-class facilities, these […]

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Luxury Escapes’ Top Bucket-List Destinations for 2024

From shrines and shinkansen in Japan to Sri Lanka safaris, these are our top bucket-list tour destinations of 2024, as chosen by our travel insiders. With an unprecedented diversity of destinations and extraordinary experiences available to satiate your wanderlust in 2024, there’s never been a better time to tick off your must-visit list. We asked […]

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Your Ultimate Vegan Guide to Culinary Capitals

Magnificent mole, indulgent ice cream and delectable dumplings… sink your teeth into plant-based perfection with the world’s best vegan destinations. For countless years, roving veggie-lovers have relied on a handful of trusted vegan offerings. Now, the fear of missing out is a thing of the past, thanks to the recent explosion of vegan-friendly venues and […]