Venice

Venice

If you want a romantic city break then Venice is the place. It's got to be one of Europe's most interesting holiday destinations with it's many pageants, regattas, waterways and of course the ubiquitous gondolas.
Barcelona

Barcelona

If New York is the city that never sleeps, Barcelona merely stops for a quick afternoon siesta before partying long into the night. La Rambla is the beating heart of the city, situated slap bang in the middle of the action and, while it is an interesting stroll down the 1.2km...
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Puerto Viejo is a laid back town on the east coast of Costa Rica. It's a popular holiday destination for surfers and people who like to party - it has a relaxed view on smoking marijuana unlike anywhere else in Costa Rica. The restaurants and hostels are good quality for...
Tanzania

Tanzania

  Tanzania is a crater surrounded by mountainous walls which in a way ring fence what is a hot bed of creatures, great and small. To be technically correct, the Ngorongoro Crater is actually a caldera which stretches  some 20km across. It is teeming with wildlife even if at first glance it looks like...
Luxor

Luxor

Luxor in Egypt isn't just a holiday it's a trip back in time through the portal known as Karnak Temple. The Valley of the Kings and Queens is just over the Nile, and the pyramids are here too. You can get the most out of a visit to Egypt with...
Scania

Scania

The tiny town of Ystad on the southern tip of Sweden has been put firmly on the map, thanks to the popular BBC crime drama Wallander. Kenneth Branagh plays moody and emotional detective Kurt Wallander and the series has left viewers intrigued by this pretty little corner of Sweden. Even...
Santorini

Santorini

The Greek island of Santorini is quite different from most other Greek islands, it's less of a beach holiday resort and more a collection of sleepy but interesting towns. The sea is dark and sulphuric because of the Santorini volcano but the plus side is the rich soil is very...
Bologna

Bologna

If you’re after a feast of museums, churches and piazzas, then the place to visit is Bologna. But be sure to work up an appetite, as the real pleasure of this relaxed Italian city is found in its restaurants. Bologna is known as ‘La Grassa’, meaning ‘the fat’, on account...
Pula

Pula

Christened 'Terra Magica' (Magic Land) by the Romans, the small region of Istria feels separate from the rest of Croatia. Pula was part of Italy, and many of the older locals still speak Italian. Place names have an Italian equivalent and street signs are often dual language. So if you...
Cala Galdana, Menorca

Cala Galdana, Menorca

The superb horseshoe-shaped bay at Cala Galdana has to be one of the most photographed beaches in Spain. Unlike some picture-postcard images though, it really does look as good in real life.
Bimini

Bimini

At only seven miles long by 200 yards wide, Bimini is a tiny speck of paradise in a vast turquoise sea. As the maximum elevation on this small island chain is the height of a palm tree, it's no exaggeration to say, if you blink you might miss it....
Pefkos, Rhodes

Pefkos, Rhodes

Pefkos is a popular Greek resort located about 4km west of Lindos, on the south coast of Rhodes. Since I first visited, around 15 years ago, Pefkos has grown from a small hamlet into a superb holiday resort, with a great selection of hotels, apartments, bars and restaurants.
Travel reviews of our favourite holiday destinations
Edinburgh

Edinburgh

Edinburgh is one of Europe's most beautiful cities and has something for everyone. History buffs will love it because of it's castle, closes and museums. It's also a relaxing holiday destination thanks to its beautiful parks, pubs and thriving nightlife. It makes a great weekend away and is popular with tourists all year round.
Palma

Palma

Palma is the capital of Majorca, largest of Spain's Balearic Islands and passed through by millions of Majorcan holidaymakers over the years, but TripSpeak thinks it probably doesn't get the recognition it deserves.
Eleuthera

Eleuthera

The first thing you'll notice as you fly out of Florida en route to the Bahamas is how amazing the sea looks below you. Changing from a blackened blue to a vibrant turquoise, it looks like you could paddle all the way from Florida to Eleuthera.
Cancun

Cancun

Cancun attracts more visitors than any other region in Mexico, with more than three million people visiting annually. Everyone I know that has been to this part of the world, have all said that they would return in a shot. So, what's so special about Cancun?
Paleokastritsa, Corfu

Paleokastritsa, Corfu

When I was considering a cheap holiday to Corfu, I didn’t quite expect it to be cheap in the sense that Kavos was – it was a woeful destination. But as I drove up the coast, the scenery improved with every passing kilometre, beaches got cleaner and signs of civilisation slowly returned to a...
Naoussa, Paros

Naoussa, Paros

The island of Paros is one of the most popular of the Greek islands, but due to its lack of a major airport, has remained relatively unspoilt. Located in the heart of the Cyclades, its exquisite sandy beaches, charming villages and excellent transport infrastrucuture make this an excellent holiday destination.
Paris

Paris

We all know Paris is the most beautiful city in the world and if it’s romance you’re after, there’s simply no better destination to visit in Europe or even the world. But let’s face it, there’s nothing remotely romantic about queuing for hours outside the Louvre or spending an afternoon stuck behind a tourist’s backpack...
Lakka, Paxos

Lakka, Paxos

The charming village of Lakka sits on the northern tip of the island of Paxos, about 14 kilometres south of Corfu. Sheltered from the sea by two headlands that create a natural circular bay, this picturesque Greek village is very popular yachtsmen, families and day-trippers alike.
Mlini

Mlini

Nestling between the dramatic hills of the Dubrovnik Riviera and the sparkling water of the Bay of Zupa, the charming village of Mlini is the ideal base for exploring the beautiful Croatian coastline and for trips into Dubrovnik itself.