Luxury Treks and Tours

The Foreign Office for travel safety advice

Researching a potential holiday destination should really feature as an essential part of any trip, whether it is about finding out what visas are required, what you might have to consider if travelling through Ramadan, or whether there are parts of a country that are 'off-limits' to tourists.

Whatever your query regarding the safety of a destination, entry requirements or even travel health, the Foreign & Commonwealth Office is the best resource to find out what you need to know, or signpost you further.

NHS travel advice and health tips

The NHS is a wealth of information on travel health advice and offers some excellent advice for all travellers.

From the question of whether you can fly with a plaster cast to which travel vaccinations are free, the NHS travel health website is a one stop shop knowledge bank of travel health information.

Watch this space for more health advice from specific parts of the NHS website.

10 life-defining experiences from around the world

Looking for an ultimate travel experience and need some ideas? (Riding the Big One at Blackpool Pleasure Beach doesn't count). Then you might like to read my pick of ten experiences which can truly provide an epiphany - or if not that, at least some of the best thrills the planet can offer!

I recently wrote this picture gallery article for www.ivillage.co.uk, which you might like to read.

From lager louts to 'Saga louts' - holiday excesses of the over 55s!

Not only is it 'Brits abroad' lager lout culture that needs to be taken in hand, but the over 55s are being wagged a finger at about the perils of enjoying themselves a little too much as well, according to industry news-source TravelMole!

12 days in Melbourne and Tasmania from only £1865pp

Melbourne is Australia's capital of culture and is voted one of the 'most liveable' cities in the world, while Tasmania is known for its outstanding scenery, wildlife and the endangered 'Tasmanian Devil'. Discover the very best of Melbourne and Tasmania - and the best of both worlds - in one memorable holiday. This outstanding holiday includes international & domestic flights with Qantas, 11 nights hotel accommodation, tours & sightseeing, some meals, transfers and 4-days car hire, from only £1865 per person!

With Tasmania less than 60 minutes away by air from Melbourne, exploring both these thrilling Australian states in one holiday couldn’t be easier. There is also the option to upgrade the flight to Premium Economy from £999 extra per person. The tour itinerary includes:

20% discount off G.A.P adventure holidays for an exciting spring trip!

Exciting last minute G.A.P adventure offers for fabulous holidays in the Americas and Asia, travelling throughout April and May! There is 20% OFF BROCHURE PRICE of a huge range of wonderful experiences - and you don't have to be away 3 months at a time to enjoy these 'gaps', with holidays ranging from 6 days to longer.

Holidays in the Americas with 20% off include:

Take a virtual tour of P&O Cruises new superliner Ventura

Ever wondered what it is like to cruise on a superliner, where you can learn to swing on a trapeze in a contemporary circus school, enjoy ever-changing views from one of 881 balcony cabins, play on a giant 14.5 metre Scalextric track, or be fed mouth-watering food from Michelin star chef Marco Pierre White in a unique fine dining venue? Now, with the launch of P&O Cruises superliner Ventura, you can!

Ventura, the largest cruise ship ever built for Britain, will be sailing into her home port of Southampton for the very first time on 6 April, to begin her inaugural celebrations.

Worried about visiting Kenya? News from the travel industry

If you already have a holiday booked to Kenya, or wanted to go but are now very doubtful considering the recent troubles, you might find advice provided by Chris Gray, from trade industry website TTGlive, useful in helping you decide what to do.

What is the violence about?

It started after president Mwai Kibaki claimed victory over opposition leader Raila Odinga in a general election in December, despite widespread suspicion that the poll had been rigged.

Virgin Holidays Real World tours for the adventurer in you

It seems Virgin Holidays are getting in on the act of adventure travel with the launch of their small group adventure tours and Virgin Real World Adventures website and brochure.

They are joining forces with Intrepid Travel and offering similar ranges of holidays that existing operators have available, such as family departures, active tours, 'Basix' and overland trips, comfort tours (added luxuries!) and even cookery holidays.

Natural Wonders of Southern Iceland escorted or private tour

The Natural Wonders of Southern Iceland tour with Cox & Kings is a spectacular trip through some of the most incredible scenery in the world. Iceland's outstanding, dramatic landscapes are constantly changing, being shaped by glaciers and volcanic eruptions. Thermal springs, mud pools, geysers, volcanic lakes and waterfalls all add to the splendour. This tour takes in the country's southern highlights, combining some of Iceland's natural wonders with the island's most important historic sites and museums.