When you’re choosing a holiday destination, the price of accommodation and the cost of flights are usually the two biggest determining factors. But the additional costs once you’re there should also be taken into consideration – particularly with sterling in its current state. A weak pound means that, in many places, you can expect to pay more than you would have a year ago &nda...

Filled with beautiful landscapes and incredible wildlife, Borneo is a nature lover’s dream. This diverse island has everything from beaches and coral reefs, to mountains and rainforests – so it’s hardly surprising that Borneo is becoming an increasingly popular holiday destination. But how much do you actually know about it? If you’re considering an adventurous holiday, r...

There’s more to the Emirates than Dubai, just as there’s more to the Middle East than the UAE. The surrounding Arabian Peninsula is a region of great natural beauty, with rugged mountains and unspoiled beaches. It also boasts modern cities, world-class hotels and a true sense of history. From the red rock of Jordan to the remote fjords of Oman – and, yes, the glitz and glam of ...

Northern Thailand is very much a tale of two cities. The capital, Bangkok, is a maze of street food stalls, lavish palaces and jam-packed markets, surrounded by a sea of horn-beeping traffic. Meanwhile, quiet Chiang Mai – to the north of Bangkok – is a haven famous for its elephant sanctuaries and tranquil temples. They’re two very different places but, together, they’re ...

New York, Miami and Las Vegas are among America’s most popular cities. But, step away from the tourist trail, and you’ll find that there are some fantastic – and just as rewarding – other gateways to the USA. Perhaps you’ve already travelled to some of the most-visited US cities, and now you’re looking for something different? Or maybe, instead of bright light...

Ningaloo Marine Park in Western Australia boasts one of the world’s largest fringing reefs – a coral reef that lies close to shore. Swimmers, snorkellers and divers flock here from across the globe to discover this diverse underwater universe, home to wild manta rays, dolphins, turtles and giant schools of fish. But whale sharks are the region’s main attraction. These gigantic ...

To celebrate 40 years of Travelbag, we’ve created a series of 40-day itineraries covering some of the most-loved places in the world. Our fourth and final itinerary is all about how to spend 40 days in the USA. Spanning six time zones across concrete jungles and vast deserts, America is one of the most diverse countries on Earth. But the US isn’t just a bucket list destination &ndas...