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Danube highlights: an A-ROSA DONNA river cruise

By Michael Edwards on Oct 26, 2019 in Austria, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Hungary, Regions, Slovakia, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

A long horizontal crimson-red rose, decorating the A-ROSA DONNA’s white hull, informs us that we have found our 100 cabin river cruiser at Engelshartzell, Austria. The 118-metre ship will be our home for the next five nights for a cruise that takes us on a dramatic section of the Danube through Vienna and out to […]

Top 5 Alpine snow-sure resorts

By Dan Frith on Oct 19, 2019 in Austria, Europe, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

Is it that time already? After a wonderful summer in Mallorca that seemed to pass in the blink of an eye, I’m starting to think about the coming ski season. My winter home is Zermatt, one of the very best for reliable snow conditions in the early and late season. Indeed, skiing is possible in […]

Top 5 ski resorts in the Alps

By Dan Frith on Jun 13, 2019 in Austria, Europe, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

There are more ski resorts in the Alps than you could shake a stick at. It would probably take a lifetime to visit them all. If you’re a regular visitor to the Alps and you love to ski, then you’ll probably already have your favourite resort and perhaps you’ll return there year after year. Nothing […]

Top 7 local mountain dishes

By Dan Frith on Apr 17, 2019 in Austria, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

One of the benefits of a few hours skiing is the healthy appetite that you tend to work up. Any regular skier knows that such an energetic activity is going to require a pit stop, sooner or later. When you start to wilt a little, thoughts turn to where to pull up for lunch. A tasty […]

Top 5 family ski hotels

By Craig Burton on Apr 11, 2019 in Accommodation, Austria, Colorado, Europe, Family Travel, France, Hotels, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe

When we go travelling with our families we want to know that all our desires and needs are catered for; from making sure the hotel has all the necessary facilities, to ski areas with slopes to suit everyone’s level of ability. Here is a list of five fantastic hotels perfect for skiing families. Club Med […]

Top 5 ports to visit on the Danube

By Scott Anderson on Apr 09, 2019 in Austria, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Germany, Hungary, Leisure Travel, Regions, Slovakia, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Travelling some 1,700 miles between Germany and Ukraine, Europe’s second-longest river links no fewer than ten countries, showcasing some of the Continent’s most impressive cities. But, alongside the great capitals of Austria, Hungary and Slovakia, there are plenty of lesser-visited gems on its storied banks. To help guide you, find my following selection of must […]

Top 10 happiest countries in the world

By Paul Johnson on Mar 22, 2019 in Austria, Canada, Denmark, Europe, Featured, Finland, Iceland, Netherlands, New Zealand, North America, Norway, Oceania, Regions, Sweden, Switzerland, Western Europe

Perhaps your idea of happiness is a pristine beach off the Caribbean, a glass of vintage red on the French Riviera or an unexpected hotel upgrade, but what about the happiness of a nation? The winner of this year’s World Happiness Report may come as a surprise to some. For the second time in a […]

6 of the best Alpine views

By Dan Frith on Feb 21, 2019 in Austria, Europe, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

The ski industry, as we know it, wouldn’t exist if it wasn’t for the mountains. That is a blinding obvious statement to make, of course. But isn’t it pretty amazing that the thing we love to do is carried out in such an awe inspiring environment. The majesty of the Alps are, without doubt, one […]

The world’s largest connected ski areas

By Craig Burton on Feb 12, 2019 in Austria, Europe, France, Italy, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Utah, Western Europe

When it comes to ski resorts, for some people, size isn’t everything. Many skiers are happy cruising around smaller areas coated with trees and idyllic villages without getting bored of skiing the same slopes repetitively. That said, for some skiers and boarders, not having a vast wealth of ski area so that you can see […]

The world’s top resorts for scenic skiing

By Craig Burton on Dec 19, 2018 in Austria, Canada, Europe, Italy, Leisure Travel, Nevada, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe

One thing many skiers want when they go on holiday is to escape the drab, urban town and cityscapes we are so used to seeing and instead marvel at the much more striking and beautiful scenery that can be found in ski resorts. From idyllic little Alpine villages to towering majestic mountain faces, this list […]

Luxury travel news this week

By Paul Johnson on Nov 18, 2018 in Air Travel, Austria, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe, Worldwide

Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]

Top 9 rivers for luxury river cruising in Europe

By Kim Robertson on Nov 17, 2018 in Austria, Cruises & Boat Travel, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Germany, Hungary, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Regions, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Spain, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe

River cruising is gaining in popularity, but is it for you, and which river do you choose? The average age is slightly higher than ocean cruising, and it is generally more expensive, but it offers more inclusions and there is a suitable itinerary for everyone. It particularly suits those with an interest in history and […]

Top 5 ski resorts in Europe for Christmas

By Dan Frith on Nov 15, 2018 in Austria, Europe, France, Regions, Switzerland, Western Europe

Imagine waking up on Christmas morning, you cast a glance out of the bedroom window and lo and behold the world has turned white. Actually, it’s been white ever since you arrived in resort but it’s still nice to see the ‘snow on Christmas day’ box ticked. Choose any of the resorts below and it’s […]

Travel video of the week: Vienna from an eagle eye’s view

By Paul Johnson on Nov 01, 2018 in Austria, Europe, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Videos, Western Europe

Watch the spectacular 360-degree video of Vienna from the perspective of an eagle, a product of Red Bull Media House for the Vienna Tourist Board. A world premiere – equipped with a 360-degree camera, the eagles flew over Vienna to capture impressive moving images of the city. Vienna’s beauty can only be seen to its […]

19 must-see destinations in 2019

By Paul Johnson on Oct 03, 2018 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Austria, Barbados, Bulgaria, Canada, Caribbean, Croatia, Europe, Featured, Germany, Greece, Japan, Malta, Mexico, Middle East, Morocco, Nevada, North America, Oceania, Pennsylvania, Regions, Seychelles, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

Ever wondered what the next hot destinations are likely to be? British Airways has come up with its own predictions for the year ahead, choosing 19 must-see destinations for 2019, as determined by new routes and exciting events happening around the globe. Without further ado, here are the 19 they’re saying you should look out […]

Combining luxury and adventure in Austria

By Craig Burton on Sep 07, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Austria, Europe, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

The pursuit of skiing and of luxury go hand-in-hand for many winter sports aficionados. Austria always fits the bill, combining a thrilling, slope-based experience with spellbinding scenery and equally stunning accommodation options – not to mention top-class cuisine. With an array of indulgent Alpine experiences at your fingertips, we’ll help narrow your search with a […]

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