Jutting out of the Massachusetts coast, Cape Cod is the classic New England getaway. Vicki Power explains what you should see and do if you have 48 hours on the 65-mile long peninsula. Day One Make your first stop Provincetown and spend the day exploring the town and the surrounding area. Beloved of artists and writers, this is an upmarket and buzzing enclave on the very tip of the Cape, packe...

Home to iconic Sydney, New South Wales is a must-visit on any trip Down Under. A south-eastern pocket of Australia, this vast state covers a whopping 800,000 square kilometres – so, unsurprisingly, there’s plenty to see. The glittering cities might be the most famous attractions but, beyond the urban jungles, you’ll find green-clad mountains, pin-striped vineyards and knockout ...

India is home to the majority of the world’s Bengal tigers. While still an endangered species, conservation efforts have led to an increase in the population. There are now a third more tigers in India than there were four years ago. While there are a number of tiger reserves across the country where you can spot these majestic beasts, Kanha National Park in Madhya Pradesh is one of the be...

Hawaii offers unparalleled natural beauty with all the creature comforts you expect from the USA. With year-round temperatures averaging 30 degrees, luxurious sandy beaches, thick rainforest and active volcanoes, it’s easy to see why Hawaii is one of the world’s top holiday destinations. Vicki Power selects the best islands to visit in this Pacific paradise. Oahu Oahu is the most p...

If you’re planning a holiday to New Zealand, chances are you’ll be flying in or out of Auckland. New Zealand’s biggest city, it’s a melting pot of art, culture and ocean views. Jo Gardner explains how to do it in a weekend. Day One Start the weekend right and make your stomach a priority. Head straight downtown and hunt out La Cigale – a French market that runs ev...

With its incredible weather, beautiful natural landscapes and buzzing cities, Australia’s undoubtedly one of the world’s best holiday destinations. While the East Coast has been known to hog the limelight, the West Coast is equally as impressive. Imogen Skipper from our Baker Street shop recently visited Western Australia and came back raving about it: “I had the best time ever...

There’s no time like the present to start planning your 2020 holiday. Even if you’re not thinking about going away until later in the year, booking in advance is a great idea. You’ll still have loads of choice when it comes flights and hotels, so you might be able to bag yourself a bargain. D'you know you definitely want to get away next year, but you're not sure where to go? ...