Going on holiday is one of the most exciting, rewarding and relaxing pastimes that us Brits have come to adore, but travelling to foreign counties is not without its difficulties. There can be language barriers, cultural mishaps and things to do – or not do – to avoid insulting the locals. We conducted a survey to uncover the habits of Brits abroad and to see whether cultural differ...

When thinking about holidays to Thailand, the country’s sweeping beaches, flavour-filled food and tropical sunshine immediately spring to mind. But there’s so much more to this Southeast Asian gem. We’ve rounded up some fascinating facts and figures about Thailand to give you a taste of how vast and diverse this place really is. We’ve tried to avoid the obvious – li...

Nowhere does road trips like Australia. This massive country has fantastic roads, where you’ll be able to see eye-popping views and incredible wildlife. And you can drive on the left – perfect. But there is one road trip that tops them all. Just west of Melbourne, in the state of Victoria, the Great Ocean Road has earned its stripes as one of the best drives in the world. This coasta...

The five-star Rixos Saadiyat Island is finally opening its doors – and it’s been worth the wait. This new palace-like resort has everything you could possibly want from a luxury holiday to Abu Dhabi. We’re talking multiple à la carte restaurants, a Turkish-inspired spa, and a private powdery beach. But the crème de la crème is the all-inclusive, all-exclusive...

In case you hadn’t noticed, 2018 is over – which can only mean one thing. It’s time to start planning your holiday for 2019. And what better way to ignore the British winter than to prep for your next getaway? It might seem early to be thinking about going on holiday in 2019 but – trust us – it isn’t. Booking early means you’ll be able to snap up the bes...

Lonely Planet has announced their coveted list of ‘Best in Travel’ for 2019 – and Sri Lanka has nabbed the top spot. Smaller than Scotland, this island has seen a surge in popularity, attracting independent adventurers and tour groups alike. And it’s easy to see why. It goes without saying that holidays here tick off blonde beaches, lush landscapes and delicious food &nda...

With a population of over 24 million and an average life expectancy of 82, Australia is a much-loved country known for its stunning landscape, enjoyable weather, iconic landmarks and happy approach to life. Usually, if you’re visiting Australia, you’re exploring the country for a few weeks and trying to cram everything in. If this is you, and you’ve got just one day in each of A...