A holiday to Mauritius is a real bucket list dream. This exotic island is renowned for its slice-of-paradise feel – Mark Twain even famously said that God must have created Mauritius first, then copied Heaven from Mauritius. And, when you see the sugary beaches and clear waters, it’s hard to disagree. Mauritius may only cover 720-square miles – it could fit inside the UK 29 tim...

No holiday to Australia would be complete without a few days in Sydney. This iconic city is packed with must-see landmarks, trendy bars and sun-soaked patios. But it’s by no means a concrete jungle. Sydney strikes the perfect balance between city and nature – it has more than 100 beaches, and some of New South Wales’ most impressive beauty spots are just a day-trip away. To mak...

Mexican cuisine has surged in popularity in recent years – and it’s easy to see why. Traditional Mexican food somehow manages to balance delicious flavours with healthy ingredients. Dishes here have got a kick, without being too spicy – think herb-infused meats, tangy salsas and freshly-made guacamole. Thanks to several restaurant chains popping up across the UK, you’ve ...

Las Vegas is a city like no other. It's an eccentric, dream-like place that's constantly reinventing itself with sprawling casinos, glitzy parties and extravagant hotels. In the heart of the Mojave Desert, Vegas is the gambling capital of the world, with its neon-lit buildings attracting millions of tourists every year. And it's easy to see why. Who wouldn't want to spend a couple of days in thi...

Today is International Women’s Day, so we’re taking some time to think about how travel has changed – and is still changing – for women. It’s fair to say that both travel and equality have moved on a lot since the first woman sailed across the globe 250 years ago. Thanks to technology, the world’s much smaller than it used to be. You can travel further and fas...

America’s Deep South is peppered with historic cities, but Charleston is the jewel in the crown. This beautiful spot in South Carolina was named ‘Best City in the USA’ by Travel + Leisure magazine  for the sixth year running, beating Southern favourites Nashville and New Orleans. It even pipped New York and San Francisco to the post. So, what’s all the fuss about? F...

At this time of year, there’s nothing nicer than curling up on your sofa and watching one of your favourite films. You can escape into a whole different world – but what if you could visit it in real life? We’ve looked at some of the biggest movies – past and present – and uncovered where they were filmed, to help you get inspired for your next adventure. From snow-...