Singapore swing

Singapore swing

7:00am Saturday 15th June 2013

A trip to the bustling metropolis of Singapore is a captivating blend of the old and futuristic, as Tori Mayo discovers.

The best of brick-ish

The best of brick-ish

3:00pm Tuesday 11th June 2013

In tough economic times, getting value for money becomes increasingly important – and that applies to family days out too.

A taste of real Turkey

A taste of real Turkey

7:00am Saturday 8th June 2013

Turkey may be one of this summer's major tourist destinations, but it's still possible to escape the crowds. Steve Clarkson explores the Aegean coastline and unearths some hidden gems.

Pembrokeshire has so much to offer from natural beauty to fascinating history

Pembroke Castle.

12:24pm Monday 3rd June 2013

WITH its rugged, unspoilt coastline, golden beaches and a rich architectural heritage, Pembrokeshire’s appeal is second to none.

The best of both worlds in South Africa

The best of both worlds in South Africa

7:00am Saturday 1st June 2013

A great way to save time and money, power breaks are on the rise. Lisa Haynes proves it's possible to combine city with safari on a whirlwind trip to Cape Town and the surrounding area.

Feasting through the fjords

Feasting through the fjords

7:00am Saturday 25th May 2013

Impressed by dramatic scenery and never-ending plates of food, first-time cruiser Chris Brady finds a trip around the Norwegian fjords and Scottish Highlands is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds.

Daringly decadent Berlin

Daringly decadent Berlin

7:00am Saturday 18th May 2013

As Gatsby fever takes the world by storm, Anthony Looch revisits the real roaring Twenties in Germany's risque capital

Space-age encounters on the pilgrim trail

Space-age encounters on the pilgrim trail

7:00am Saturday 11th May 2013

With Spain tipped by the Post Office to be the cheapest European destination this summer, Tony Looch takes a coach trip through the north and discovers a wealth of history and impressive architecture.

Retracing the glory of Pompeii

Retracing the glory of Pompeii

7:00am Saturday 4th May 2013

As the British Museum stages a blockbuster exhibition on Pompeii and Herculaneum, Kate Whiting visits southern Italy to explore the fascinating archaeological sites and take in the beautiful Amalfi Coast.

Barbados - the Brit's favourite Caribbean island.

1:00pm Thursday 2nd May 2013

Old Barbados hands will tell you that there's something intrinsically British about this particular Caribbean island.

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