7 places to visit in the Canary Islands when you’re on your cruise

Aerial view with Puerto de la Cruz, in background Teide volcano, Tenerife island, Spain

The Canary Islands, scattered across the Atlantic off the coast of West Africa, may not seem an obvious choice when you’ve travelled all the way from Australia to tour Europe. You won’t find the glamour of the French Riviera, or the concentration of antiquities of Greece. And yet. The Canary Islands are extraordinarily beautiful, and … Read more

Full steam ahead – 9 of the world’s most opulent train journeys

A couple on a platform

The glamour of high-end train travel has never faded, with a constant queue of travellers eager to be transported back to the 1920s on board an Orient-Express train. And now with the ever-increasing environmental concerns surrounding aeroplane flights and a pandemic-induced focus on the concept of slow travel, a new generation may well be turned … Read more

Follow the Northern Lights on a Norway cruise with a Hurtigruten expedition

Follow the Northern Lights on a Norway cruise with a Hurtigruten expedition

Hurtigruten started life delivering mail to idyllic Norwegian coastal towns. Today the company offers robust itineraries, giving cruisers the chance to experience immerse themselves in local culture and visit awe-inspiring destinations. While they’re best known for their cruises, Hurtigruten also offers a range of touring packages that add incredible land programs to bookend their coastal … Read more

Regent’s revamped shore excursions immerse you in local culture and conservation efforts

Regent eco-friendly shore excursions

Holidaymakers are looking to connect with the culture and history of their destinations and Regent Seven Seas has the answer. Cruise lines are leaning into cruisers’ demand for more in-depth experiences on shore. At the top end of the market, luxury line Regent Seven Seas has revamped its shore excursions, introducing two new concepts: Behind-the-Design … Read more