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There is lots of space on these ships to relax and enjoy. They are beautifully appointed and have differen...

Discover the Friuli region, named after Julius Caesar, where medieval hilltop towns overlook vineyards, cher...

We also explored the Atlantic coastline and the delightful beachside towns, Oualidia and Asilah along wit...

My adventure began into Rome – the Eternal City. Nothing quite prepares you for the feeling of standing be...

A uniquely different, new style of ocean travel will inspire exploration in all its forms, with a spirit and s...

Every moment matters to Collette, because they know it matters to you. This may be because at heart they ar...

They are fully inclusive – so all meals, beverages, tipping, shore excursions and even laundry are included...

Everyone is asking about airfares at the moment – understandably because there has been so much press co...

Australian company Aurora Expeditions has crafted a unique space in the world. With a passion that burns...

There is much discussion about the level of airfares and what we are all paying. Until such time that the freq...

Tauck Tours has been operating for nearly 100 years, starting in New England and continuing today under the excel...

Apart from their Australian-based ships, the Princess fleet has vessels worldwide offering short and long...

Savouring regional Italy through a comfortable stroll down the Back-Roads
A relaxed pace that enables guests t...

And if the above image makes you want to run for the hills – we may just have the perfect antithesis to introduce ...

With your shore excursions included in every port, be sure to attend the port talk the evening before to le...

Direct from the West End and Broadway, Miss Saigon is currently playing in Sydney – this package offer from U...

A&K offer four different travel styles:
Small Group Journeys are expert-led shared adventures to the world’s...

Born in England, my early childhood was in Nigeria, West Africa … I guess a bit of Africa has always sta...

From the time we touched down in Osaka to being released from the terminal, three long hours passed. Nev...

Uniworld offers a unique version of river cruising, when I first saw their brochure, I was a bit overwhe...

Travelling Places is looking for a new staff member to join our wonderful team... If you have travel ind...

There are considerable benefits to being part of this group. For our clients, this brings a plethora of exclu...

I am writing while in Helsinki airport waiting for my flight returning home. Finnair has been a good airline ...

Iconic cities, quaint towns, and vibrant villages line river banks the world over. And there's no better ...

With a maximum of 600 passengers on board, the Silver Muse is spacious and comfortable. Our cabin has a ...

We are delighted to have forged a relationship with Collette Tours, who offer wonderful journeys around ...

Whether it’s the rolling Tuscan hills that call to you, the lure of South American art and culture or the d...

Regent Seven Seas cruises are a delight, you are pampered from the moment you board these beautifully desi...

Mostly, however, it was exciting! To hear about the new innovations, the push towards more rewarding, sust...

I’ve been thinking about how very different our Christmas is to many around the world. At this time of yea...

Now we are all thinking of spreading our wings, we are booking overseas train journeys. There are different ...

These are still held, usually in May or June and the date varies depending upon the village. No doubt they ar...

It reminds me of a trip I took about five years ago when I flew into Scotland in mid-April, anticipating ...

This trip was my children’s first ever overseas holiday, what better place for a first-time overseas ad...

SAVE THE DATE: Travel has returned with a rush. There is a lot of pent-up demand for people to head...

The region is worth the drive, and is quite different from the cellar door areas of South Australia. We visit...

We are delighted to announce that the Travelling Places Calendar will be produced for 2023 and delivered to...

This also just so happens to be my first attempt at writing the Scenic News column (so please bea...

I don’t know if you caught some of the vision on TV. It is a sad time, however inevitable, but it does re...

It took me back to trip to we enjoyed a few years ago. Flying into Charleston, South Carolina and drivin...

The details for these northern island explorations will be available shortly.

You will begin or end your Ki...

Anyway, here I am 20 years ago with two young children and a friend and her young son deciding to join us ...

There are some reasons for this. The cost of fuel has increased dramatically – we all know this when we fi...

Of all the Asian destinations that Australians flock to, our office is finding more interest in travellin...

There is little traffic in the city centre as everyone opts to walk or cycle. The museums and galleries ar...

Heading into town, we decided to explore some of Norway. A couple of days in delightful Oslo – what a great mixtur...

Cruising is back, and we have many clients booking both near to home and further afield on wonderful it...

My senior Maths students studying Earth Geometry will now have the skills to work out just how far I was...

For many, the Mediterranean quiet season is an ideal time to explore the region. With fewer travellers, visi...

The name conjures up amazing memories of my visits to this extraordinary country. Cairo itself is amazing:...

I had put off travelling to this vast continent because I could never find the time to do it justice. So...

Staying in town was fun, walking down the Main Street in the evening to one of the wonderful restaurants...

1. The Australian Alps get more snow than the Swiss Alps. If the current cold snap is a sign of things to co...

Are you a souvenir shopper? I have friends who collect from all over the world. My mother collected beautiful glas...

Ranked #1 in the world is Canberra, which scored 427 out of 600, all thanks to the city’s excellent public tr...

You will find the Splendor spacious yet also intimate. You will join like-minded people as you sail through thi...

Cape Town is one of the world’s most amazing cities, along with Rio, London, New York and Sydney. Perched on t...

Still today, we can see remnants of this period and its influence on Britain. The early 18th century was...

The second announcement is that cruising is back; the ban has been lifted, and cruise ships will be all...

First off was The Green in James Street (Brisbane) for brunch – an industrial site that has been transforme...

The weather from May to late September is great for travelling, and there are so many destinations on most...

There are lots of things to consider:
Check your passport – most countries require you to have a minimum of 6...

Most of us decide that to fly business class is too extravagant, however, quite a few are opting for premi...

This particular trip to South America saw me cross overland, or rather over lakes in the Andes, from Ch...

In some ways, Barcelona is a collection of small towns netted together in the nineteenth century after ...

Our first port of call was Stanley Island. Our wet landing from zodiacs onto pristine sand readied us for...

Next May I am returning with a small group (maximum 10) to not only visit Adelaide but to travel further ...

If you haven’t been to the South Burnett and you feel like a couple of nights away, I urge you to hop in...

Further west, we travelled to remote Sagres and Cape St Vincent jutting out into the Atlantic Ocean. Unspoilt b...

I am delighted that Travelling Places has been invited to join the exclusive Virtuoso group – members ar...

One of the areas we have sent quite a few clients to recently is Tasmania. It is still a bit nippy down there...

We have a great deal on a wonderful expedition from Darwin to Perth in 2023. The Silversea Explorer with only...

Tempting, glistening blue waters; a unique UNESCO world heritage listed township to explore; secluded bays...

Last week was a fascinating one. A few months ago, we were invited to join Virtuoso, a group of the top...

Once a fisherman’s hut on the shores of the Waikato and located between Rotorua and Taupo, this location has ...

How wonderful is this development? There are such strong ties between our two countries and so many famil...

Fly down to Sydney and pick up a car to explore the South Coast – start in Kiama famous for its blow hol...

The tourism sector employs hundreds of thousands of Australians and most of it relies on international to...

Not only do you get a confirmed booking, but you can sit back and enjoy a wonderful holiday with no need...

I wish I had more time to explore South Australia on this particular trip; there really are so many fascina...

There is one exception and that is a seven-day escorted trip with limited availability which includes the tra...

Breakfast can be one of the meals that most people don’t change very often because we are creatures of habit,...

If you are considering travelling this year, I would recommend that you make your bookings soon – things are ...

We have also had Journey Beyond, the operators of Australia’s iconic trains, The Indian Pacific, The Gh...

Coral Expeditions is a locally owned company that specialise in fascinating adventures within Australian...

Still family owned and Australian based, APT now offer journeys worldwide; they operate a fleet of luxur...

Sitting astride the Swan River, Perth is a great starting point. Take a guided walking tour through its heart...

You will feel pampered from the moment you arrive to travel. If you have dreamed of visiting western Quee...

There are some specials out at the moment so here are a couple of ideas – great value for good quality ho...

The really heartening news is that the Federal Government has announced that it has been able to pull for...

For many years, as soon as school broke up for the long summer break we would head off on holidays. Why ...

After a year like 2020 I think lots of us are looking forward to a brighter 2021 … and what better way t...

Wedged between Thanksgiving (held on the fourth Thursday in November) and the weekend, Black Friday has de...

One thing that has struck me is the number of enquiries for expedition cruises in Australian waters. These ex...

One thing is for certain – our favourite summer holiday spots are going to be busier than ever this year. W...

We have then printed 6000 calendars and distributed them free to all of the houses on Tamborine Mountain...

Last week I went to an event at the Tweed Gallery, driving from Tamborine Mountain past Hinze Dam to stop...

Our world is slowly opening up and this week sees the opening of Tasmanian borders to Queenslanders without...

As agents for Viva Holidays, Travelling Places is joining Tourism NT to launch its biggest summer sale f...

When I opened Travelling Places on Tamborine Mountain some 27 years ago, I know I was equally amused that...

Thank goodness for the wonderful world of Tamborine Mountain.
Several people I have chatted to recently are...

Of course, if you have the inclination and several months up your sleeve you can invest in an off-road v...

How about a trip to The Spit – we have negotiated a great deal for a family of two adults and two child...

At present cruises in Australian waters are on hold – they are hopeful to start up later this year.
Interestingly, ...

As time goes on and I am spending more time creating journeys within Australia and focusing on Queensland f...

Heading north of Cairns are several options. Palm Cove is only a short drive north and this stretch of beach o...

I am being asked what it is like to travel domestically. Well of course there are different ways to travel –...

I think many of us are now interested in the road less travelled, in meeting the locals, in taking the slow ro...

What a start to the year Australia has had. I think we are all feeling the effects of the heat, the drought...

With all the spare time we have to hand I have been sorting out some old paper work and came across my BOAC...

14 February there was very little impact of COVID-19 apart from in China. Extraordinary what can happen...

It has now been several weeks since the Australian Government ban on travel and we are all going a bit s...

On our doorstep are some of the most wonderful regions of our planet to explore. Take your time to traverse our...

Boutique hotels in Europe are all part of the travel experience …. beautiful fabrics, wallpapers and opul...

Wendy Wu Tours is kick starting 2020 with a fly-free special to China and Japan, in which you can choose fr...

Amongst the new protocols are the requirement for all crew and every passenger to be fully vaccinated and t...