Spring has arrived in New Zealand’s South Island!​ Set on the shores of Lake Wakatipu in the Otago region, Queenstown combines stunning lakeside dining with experiences ranging from private wine-tasting tours to adrenaline-fuelled skydives and ziplining.​ 📞 01244 780 000

Winter will soon settle across Finnish Lapland, transforming its landscapes beneath a blanket of snow.​ Stay in cosy luxury lodges or head into the wilderness on private husky or reindeer tours through the forests.​ Now is the time to plan the ultimate winter escape!

New ABTA research reveals that 41% of travellers who booked through a travel professional felt more confident doing so, up from 36% the previous year. With expert advice, convenience and peace of mind increasingly valued, the personal touch still matters. bit.ly/4B0rE5P

Chocolate Week (18–25 October 2026) is as good an excuse as any to take chocolate beyond the minibar. From cacao grown on a Caribbean estate to Vienna’s most famous cake, these hotels take the sweet stuff very seriously. Read more: bit.ly/4B42LGc

Ahead of #WorldMentalHealthDay, we remind ourselves how important it is to take time to switch off.​ Travel is one of the best enablers to give us space away from everyday routines – to slow down and reconnect. #Wellness #LuxuryTravel 📞 01244 780 000

British Airways has unveiled brand-new cabins across First, Club World, World Traveller Plus and World Traveller as part of its major investment in the customer experience. The first fully retrofitted A380 is expected to enter service in the coming months. #BritishAirways

Chile’s Atacama Desert is currently experiencing a historic bloom following unusually heavy rainfall, making this spring an even more extraordinary time to visit.​ For leisure enquiries, contact our leisure team!​ 📞 01244 780 000

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol in Mijas Costa, Málaga is marking the occasion with its specially created ‘Think Pink Suite’.​ ​All proceeds from October stays will be donated to AECC, the Spanish Cancer Association.

Cambodia may be synonymous with Angkor Wat, but there’s far more to this fascinating corner of Southeast Asia than one very famous temple. Read more about our destination of the month: bit.ly/4AIWkbw

Good news for families planning to fly. The new measures are intended to be in place ahead of next summer’s holidays. Follow us for more travel updates.

Airport parking prices are finally heading in the right direction. New APH research shows travellers paid up to 5.6% less for airport parking this year, proving that booking early and shopping around can really pay off.

As the festive season gets closer, we look for one of the best ways to experience Europe.​ Festive river cruises take you straight to the heart of some of Europe’s most beautiful cities, with Christmas markets and historic old squares lighting up along the Rhine and Danube.

Connect. Culture. Community.​ Ahead of World Tourism Day, we celebrate the impact travel can have on us all.​ It connects us with people and places, introduces us to new cultures and supports communities around the world.​ #worldtourismday #travel #explore

This is why people need a trusted travel agent with real human connection ;)

With dramatic coastlines, mountain scenery and a mild climate, Madeira is made for a slower kind of escape.​ Discover hidden viewpoints on walking trails during the day and enjoy returning to a luxury hotel overlooking the Atlantic in the evening.​ #madeira #luxurytravel

Mauritius offers it all for those seeking a little winter sun.​ Luxury beachfront resorts, calm lagoons and white-sand beaches sit alongside world-class spas, golf courses and private island experiences.

There are just 100 days to Christmas… 🎄 Whether you’re dreaming of snow-covered mountains, city lights, winter adventure or a little festive sunshine, now is the time to start planning. Christmas. Your Way. Call to discuss your festive travel plans. 📞 01244 780 000

We’re taking part in our first Macmillan Cancer Support Coffee Morning on Friday 25 September. Our London and Chester teams will be coming together over coffee, cake and questionable baking skills, all to raise money for an incredible cause. Donate 👇 bit.ly/4cGcV5z

September is Self-Care Awareness Month, and sometimes a change of scenery is all you need. From rainforest retreats and Pilates by the South China Sea to Mediterranean wellbeing, these hotels make self-care worth travelling for.​ #SelfCare bit.ly/3Uu7LDp

Today marks 25 years since the 9/11 attacks in New York.​ We remember the lives lost, the countless people forever affected, and the extraordinary courage shown by first responders and communities in the aftermath.​ A quarter of a century on, their memory endures.