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From our favourite locations to watch the northern lights to top travel trends, the best places to watch whales in Canada to a guide how to sleep on ice at Sweden’s Icehotel, read our blog for all your holiday inspiration.

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Guide Profile: Cathy Harlow

Cathy has worked with us as a guide for over 30 years – leading our Orcas & Auroras and Hiking East Greenland holidays.

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Top Five Day Hikes in Western Canada

Mountain guide Steve Miller gives his pick of the five best one-day hiking trails in British Columbia and the Canadian Rockies.

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29 Things You Might Not Have Known About Penguins

Did you know, penguins mate for life? Find out more interesting facts about these charming creatures in our blog.

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Gallivanting Around the Bay of Islands

Plan your perfect Bay of Islands itinerary with Naomi, our Australasia Product Executive

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In Search of Polar Bears in Spitsbergen

Polar Product Manager, Gary, sailed around Spitsbergen aboard the M/V Plancius in search of polar bears.

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Exploring Laugarvatn Fontana’s Geothermal Spa & Bakery

Heading to the Golden Circle? Escape the tourist traps and relax in Laugarvatn Fontana's geothermal spa and bakery.

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A Garden of Eden in Australia’s Far North

Australasia Product Executive, Naomi, explains the importance of Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory and why it defines Australia.

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Our Blue Planet II Collection

Dive into our collection of ultimate marine wildlife watching holidays, inspired by David Attenborough's Blue Planet II

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The Magic of the Icehotel at Christmas

Editor of Pebble, a stylish sustainable lifestyle magazine, Georgina Wilson-Powell discovers the magic of the Icehotel at Christmas with Discover the World...

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If you liked Iceland, you’ll love New Zealand!

Over 10,000 miles separate Iceland and New Zealand, but they’re hardly worlds apart when it comes to these 6 unmissable holiday highlights...

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6 Ultimate Swedish Comfort Foods

To welcome the winter season ahead, we have compiled a list of our favourite ultimate Swedish comfort foods to inspire you on your next Swedish Lapland adventure.

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In Search of Whales and Icebergs: Quirpon Island, Newfoundland

Wildlife photographer George the Explorer shares his experiences from a recent visit to Quirpon Island, a little-known corner of Newfoundland and Labrador.

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Road Trip to Iceland’s Golden Circle: Our Expert Guide

Thinking of visiting Iceland's Golden Circle? Read our expert guide to the most commonly asked questions about planning a road trip along this popular route, with top tips on getting off-the-beaten-track and avoiding the crowds

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Marlborough Sounds – wineries, water and endless wows!

Lindi, our Australasia Product Manager, shares her stories of her time amongst the ancient valleys of the Malborough Sounds in New Zealand.

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9 Amazing Views of Iceland

Iceland's incredible landscapes and natural wonders lure visitors to visit time and time again - so we've collated 9 of our favourite images to showcase some of the country's astounding beauty...

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Exploring the Whitsundays

Head of Worldwide Product, Liz, talks about her time in the Whitsundays - one of the many beautiful islands belonging to the Great Barrier Reef.

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Discovering The Marquesas: Ua Pou

Back from an unforgettable cruise in the Marquesas Islands, our Polar Travel Specialist, Jo C, talks about her time spent on the island of Ua Pou...

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Visit Iceland’s new LAVA Centre with Discover the World!

As if holiday makers need another reason to visit the land of fire and ice, summer 2017 welcomes the brand-new Lava Centre in Hvolsvollur - 100km east of Reykjavik. Read on to find out more...

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A Chef’s Guide to Iceland’s Top Restaurants

Having recently been awarded their its first Michelin-starred restaurant, find out why Iceland is hot for foodies right now as we talk to Ragnar Eiriksson of Reykjavik's DILL...

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8 things in Iceland you won’t believe!

From French fishing towns with French roadsigns, to troll tantrums in the East Fjords - in light of April Fool's Day, here are some fact about Iceland you may not believe!