Dutch tulips are famed the world over, but even if you’re not coming to the Netherlands during the legendary bulb season in April, when fields of dazzling blooms in glorious technicolour stretch into the horizon as far as the eye can see, you can enjoy the Dutch talent for horticulture in other months of the year too. White JasminePhotography credit: Floriade Expo The climate is a big advantage of course: mild winters, very little snow, and a good combination ...
Seeing the world is one of life’s greatest joys but nothing beats a shared travel experience with like-minded friends for memories to treasure. A group holiday can be a superb way to reconnect with your members – particularly in the aftermath of recent months, allowing us the time and space to re-establish friendships, lift spirits ...
Over the last month, we’ve been delighted to welcome our wonderful guests back to the Douro Valley, France and Germany on our long awaited river cruises. We can’t tell you how fantastic it feels to be sharing the hidden gems of the European rivers again, with incredible scenery at every turn. But most of all ...
A classic ‘road trip’ across America has been immortalised in numerous movies and to enjoy this iconic experience at least once in a lifetime is surely a must. On our tour, we explore the Deep South, renowned for its gracious hospitality, spicy Creole and Cajun cuisine, charismatic southern drawl and of course, the most popular music genres of the 20th century – jazz, rock n’ roll, the ...
Synonymous with ancient European towns and villages, it’s hard to miss the charming half-timbered houses so prevalent in German architecture. Known as fachwerk in German and maison à colombages in French, these timber-framed buildings with their sloping roofs and dark wooden beams, so typical of the building style of the late medieval period, may also ...
Captivating city breaks, fascinating river cruises, trips of a lifetime… there’s so much choice on our holidays whether travelling solo, as a couple or with a few friends. But did you know that you can enjoy all our holidays as a larger group with your friends and family? Whether it’s culture, cuisine or adventure your ...
A true honour for any country, the Summer Olympic Games began officially in Athens in 1896 and has captured nations ever since. Whether a budding Olympian or seasoned sports fan, it’s hard not to feel swept up by the Olympic magic and feel proud of the commitment the athletes have to their craft and country. ...
From the colourful bulbfields of Amsterdam to the tranquillity of Monet’s Garden - not forgetting the much anticipated 2022 Floriade Expo - there’s lots to choose from when it comes to river cruises next spring. Here are a few of our favourites and reasons why the spring is the perfect season to discover Europe. From ...
Twisting its way through breathtaking alpine scenery, the Glacier Express is said to be one of the world’s greatest rail experiences. Our Tour Manager Kim Riddell shares her experiences of this tour, which she has looked after for nearly 15 years. Her philosophy from the start of her career as a tour manager was, and ...
From short city breaks to transatlantic adventures, travelling as a small party of people is becoming an ever popular way to see the world with like-minded companions, but how about if the small group were all your family and friends? After a year away from friends and family, we’re getting excited to finally be able ...
