Skip to content

Travel Blog

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.

Finland olavinlinna

Exploring Savonlinna and Olavinlinna castle in Finland

Savonlinna is an historic town located in the heart of the Lakeland region of eastern Finland, not far from the border with Russia

Roy's Peak, overlooking Lake Wanaka

7 things to do in Wanaka, New Zealand

With all the charm and less hype than Queenstown, Wanaka is a lakeside town set in some incredible landscapes. Here's what Lauren recommends there.

new zealand tranzalpine railway cc

Christchurch and the TranzAlpine train

Six years after her first visit, Lauren found Christchurch looking to the future, and took a ride on one of the world's iconic train journeys - the TranzAlpine. 

waltermitty film iceland

I can’t really talk right now, I’m on my way to a volcano

It's been noted recently that Iceland is becoming increasingly popular with film makers, particularly for the sci-fi and action genres or those storylines that are set in another world!

What to do with a few hours in Helsinki

If you're travelling to north Finland and wondering what to do with the time between flights here's what to do when you have a few hours in Helsinki.

alexa kershaw tour guide montage

Guide Profile: Alexa Kershaw

Meet cetacean specialist Alexa Kershaw, who has been one of our guides for over 10 years and is one of the leaders of our Orcas & Aurora tour in Iceland.

northern norway sami mother and child in traditional dress nn

Yoiking with the Sami near Bodo, Norway

Mark visited a Sami camp whilst in Northern Norway, and had the chance to learn more about the traditional art of 'yoiking'

Trolltunga edge

Hiking in Fjord Norway: Trolltunga

Fuelled by Norwegian KitKats and chasing a Kodak moment, Scandinavia Specialist Mark took on the epic day trek to Trolltunga.

canada quebec cityscape winter

Wonderful Wintertime in Québec

Our Travel Specialist Charlene travelled to Québec for the ultimate winter wonderland experience. Here she lists the highlights of that unforgettable trip...

sweden lapland autumn campfire brandon lodge

How to Build a Campfire

Get in touch with your inner Scout, here's a quick guide to getting your fire started. 

sweden varmland family railway cycle ww

Spotlight on Varmland: Sweden’s adventure centre

Hiking, biking, floating down a river and camping on an island – we sent Clare and Bruno to get to grips with all the activities on offer in Varmland. Here's an overview of what's on offer.

sweden varmland klaralven river rafting ww

The Perfect Family Adventure in Varmland

Want an outdoorsy adventure with your family? Bruno tried out rafting and camping in a tepee on an island in Sweden – here's what he made of it

sweden lapland husky sledding rth

What to Expect on a Wilderness Husky Adventure in Swedish Lapland

Alex, our Scandinavia Travel Specialist, set off across Swedish Lapland on our Wilderness Husky Adventure

antarctica penguin

Living the dream in Antarctica

Some people dream of sun, sea and sand. Instead, penguin enthusiast (and Polar Product Manager) Gary travelled to Antarctica to fulfil a lifelong ambition.

french polynesia marquesas bay view aran

Discover the Marquesas Islands … the Aranui way

Discover our Top 5 'things to do' on these remote and untouched islands - the perfect off-the-beaten-track getaway destination.

sweden food glogg and gingerbread vs

Scandinavian recipes to try this winter

Here are a few recipes ideas to bring a taste of Scandinavia home this winter - from warming soup to cinnamon buns.

iceland bardarbunga volcano tourist eruption atg

Eruption Flight-Seeing By Helicopter: VIDEO

Nothing quite prepares you for watching a volcano erupt in person – but here's a taster of what a helicopter flight to Bárðarbunga has to offer.

iceland grundarfjordur orca watching ch

Orca o’clock in Iceland

Iceland Specialist, Eric, travelled to Grundarfjordur on Iceland's Snaefellsnes Peninsula to experience our popular Orcas and Aurora holiday.

norway north cape winter istock

Norway’s North Cape: as far north as you can go

Amy explains why a visit to North Cape - the furthest north than you can go in mainland Europe - is something you shouldn't miss.

canada michaela strachan knight inlet

Grizzlies at Knight Inlet: an interview with Michaela Strachan

Wildlife TV presenter Michaela Strachan and her family travelled with us to British Columbia on the trail of the region's famed grizzly bears. We caught up with her to find out more about more about their experience.