It’s all about you If travel broadens the mind, then solo travel can positively impact your life on a whole other level, possibly in ways you may never have dreamed of. When you travel alone, the experience can be transformative, and whether it’s by choice or by circumstance, many solo travellers would say, whilst it’s not ...
Fall in Love with Europe’s Most Romantic Cities
Explore the most romantic cities in Europe with our guide to the best European getaways for couples in love – from Paris and Bruges to Lisbon and Berlin.
7 Must-See UK Landmarks
From the heights of John o’Groats to the tip of Lizard Point, there’s no doubt the beautiful British Isles has so many jewels just waiting to be discovered, or even rediscovered. Whether you love taking a step back in time, seeking out local wildlife or simply soaking up the natural beauty of an area, every ...
Sample a Slice of History: the Sachertorte
Rich melted chocolate, springy layers of sponge and a jammy apricot glaze are essential ingredients for the iconic sachertorte. The decadent dessert was first sliced and served with a signature dollop of cream in 1832, when apprentice chef Franz Sacher created this culinary combination for Prince Metternich and his guests. Since then, the sachertorte has ...
Announcing Our 2020 Photography Competition Winner…
From Japanese gardens to stunning Mediterranean coastlines, we have loved flicking through your memories from our Riviera holidays. After much deliberation, we are delighted to announce the winner of our photography competition is Peter, with his picture of Alhambra on the Classical Spain tour. This fantastic image, with 11 others, now features in our 2021 ...
See Your Photo in Our 2021 Calendar, Plus Win £500 to Spend on a Riviera Travel Holiday
Have you taken a wonderful photograph on a Riviera Travel tour or cruise and thought it would be fantastic to see it on a calendar? From Bruges to Budapest and Amsterdam to South Africa, we would love to see photographs from your Riviera Travel holidays. We’re looking for the likes of breathtaking landscapes, iconic landmarks, and stunning cultural ...
Less is More: Explore More on a Luxury River Cruise With So Much Included
We love cruising. And we know you do too. But have you ever discounted a river cruise experience, believing it’s “not for you?” Let us tell you why river cruising is the best way to cruise in 2021; there’s less of every compromise you might accept on an ocean cruise, and even more of the ...
Our Teams Went to Italy to Ensure Everything is Ready for Travellers – Here’s What We Found
Did you know last year Riviera Travel took some 30,000 people to Italy, including 12,000 to the Italian Lakes? As one of our much-loved tours, we couldn’t wait for you to explore the likes of Lake Como and Lake Garda again with us. We’re excited to announce that we are operating some Italy tours this ...
Our Tour Managers’ Must-Visit Destinations for Your Bucket List
The Monarch butterflies in Mariposa Monarca, the cherry blossom in Tokyo, the lavender of Provence… everyone has their travel bucket list just waiting to be ticked off. We asked our tour managers for their bucket list destinations. The only question is, where can we take you? "My bucket list destination would be Japan, ever since I ...
6 Questions on Safe Travel Answered by Our Health and Safety Expert, Ian Greaves
From travel tips to frequently asked questions, our health and safety specialist Ian Greaves (MCIEH) shares his expert knowledge on keeping safe on holiday. Taking the lead from his expertise in the travel sector, read on for ways we are keeping you safe, as well as things to look out for when planning your next ...