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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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Where to See the Northern Lights during Spring Equinox

The northern lights may be synonymous with the darkest winter months, but the spring equinox in March is actually one of the best times of year to see nature’s light show. Find out why – and where to experience your own equinox aurora.

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Our Planet: Top 5 Wildlife Encounters

Inspired by Blue Planet Live and the hugely anticipated Netflix series, Our Planet (narrated by none other than Sir David Attenborough!), we invite you to take a quick glance at five of our most popular wildlife encounters from around the planet...

Natural Nights Out in New Zealand – Spotlight on Atatu PurePod

Add a glamourous 'night in nature' into your tailor made New Zealand holiday - find out what Head of Product, Liz, made of a night in Atatu Purepod in the Greta Valley, north of Christchurch on South Island.

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130 Years of Norway’s Historic Coastal Route

The classic round trip on the Norwegian Coastal Voyage dates back to 1893. Discover its history and the latest ways you can experience all, or part, of this iconic route.

Amazing images of an erupting volcano at Litli-Hrútur in Iceland, July 2023

For the third successive year, a volcano on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula has erupted. See amazing images of Litli-Hrútur by photographer RTH Sigurdsson, July 2023.

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Driving Iceland’s Ring Road in an electric car

With EVs all the rage in Iceland, we asked our local friend Asbjorn Bjorgvinsson to drive a Tesla around the country’s Ring Road to test how practical an electric self-drive really is. Read on to find out how he got on.

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Three Different Experiences of Canada’s Alberta

Discover three different ways to experience the picture-perfect Canadian province of Alberta, an outdoor lover's dream destination with a fascinating past.

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New Zealand Tailored to Perfection: A Client Perspective

Our Travel Specialists are experts in creating tailor made holidays fitting in with your key interests, must-see places, special occasions, family commitments and specific time frames. That’s exactly the kind of personalised service Sue Sparks enjoyed on her recent trip to New Zealand…

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5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Canada to Visit

Canada boasts no less than 22 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, from archaeological treasures to awe-inspiring natural wonders. Here we sample five sites that should feature on every travel wish-list.

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Top 9 Ways to see Canada’s Rocky Mountains

The Rockies are a must-see highlight on most Canada holiday itineraries, but how you choose to explore them can provide a truly unique perspective.

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8 Whale Watching Hotspots Around the World

Become a dedicated follower of flukes with our guide to the world's best places to spot cetaceans.

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Citizen Science: Real-world Scientific Research on a Polar Voyage

The chance to experience Antarctica on an adventure cruise is both a privilege and an inspiration, and now also an opportunity to give back by getting involved in scientific research during your voyage.

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7 World Heritage Sites in Australia and New Zealand

There are 20 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Australia and a further three in New Zealand - read our guide showcasing the seven sites we think you should consider when planning your holiday Down Under.

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Meet the Guides of Canada’s Bear Watching Lodges

Meet the amazing guides from three of our favourite wilderness lodges in British Columbia’s Great Bear Rainforest.

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A Personal Look at our Frozen Planet: Going to Extremes

Now that you’ve watched Frozen Planet II have you wondered what it’s like to visit Antarctica, the Arctic or any of the world’s other frozen lands? Travel writer and photographer, Will Gray, shares his first-hand experiences.

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5 of the best geothermal pools and spas in North Iceland

Discover why you should head north to find some of Iceland’s newest and most exciting hotspots for geothermal bathing and indulgent spas.

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Volcanic Eruption on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula in Pictures, August 2022

Iceland has blown its top... again! Less than a year since the 2021 eruption on the Reykjanes Peninsula ended, magma has pushed through the surface of the Meradalir valley, around Fagradalsfjall in the south-west of Iceland.

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24 or 48 Hours in Copenhagen

Read our guide to how to get the most out of a day or two in the Danish capital.

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8 Highlights of New Brunswick

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8 Highlights of Iceland’s Lake Myvatn

What are the must-see sites of Lake Myvatn – a huge spring-fed freshwater lake on the Diamond Circle of North Iceland? Read our guide to find out…