The Loire Valley is one of the most popular destinations in France.  British tourists visit there all year round, travelling around the beautiful countryside, cruising along the river and discovering the magnificent Chateaux of this historic part of the country. The best way to get around this region is by...

Every year the World Travel Market is held at ExCel London in the heart of Docklands.  It’s a mad, hectic whirlwind few days, showcasing virtually every country on the planet.  It’s where the good, the bad and the travelling wilburys come together to share travel stories, tourism best practice, current...

Watching the sun rise across the Bosphorus illuminating three of the best-known sites in Istanbul– the Sultan Ahmed Mosque (aka The Blue Mosque), Hagia Sophia (or Ayia Sofia) and Topkapi Palace was a joy. Pink and turquoise light bounced off the quaint little Maiden Tower as ferries, fishing boats and yachts...

On my first visit to Australia, to see glorious Uluru and quirky Alice Springs, I stayed in Darwin, capital city of the Northern Territory.  It's a laid-back port with a steamy sub-tropical climate, some very quirky sights and rather unprepossessing architecture.  It was badly bombed in WWII and on Christmas...

The most memorable travel experiences are those which take us out of our comfort zones and throw us into new worlds. The experience of another culture and a different way of life is powerful to say the least.  Travel allows us to see things through new lenses, to take in...

Regular contributor Barry McCann shares some of his favourite things to do from his visit to elegant Great Malvern in Worcestershire, the heart of England. Great Malvern and the Malvern Hills – photo vistithemalverns.co.uk Many have tasted its famous spring water, but there are many more quirky delights to be...

Bathed in Mediterranean waters, Malta is a place like no other. With its 7,000-year history, stunning vistas and warm, welcoming culture, it is a mecca for the discerning tourist. Neolithic temples, which are some of the oldest stone buildings in the world, dot the archipelago. Meanwhile, the Maltese Islands also...