I would recommend the hotel Le Meridian Chia Laguna in the south of Sardinia. It is a slightly longer transfer than has been suggested at about 50 mi... more

It’s very difficult to do complete round-the-world sailing trips as they aren’t typically offered by companies due to the limited market, people wanti... more

As a nation the Brazilians are incredibly welcoming and friendly and will embarrass visitors with their hospitality and it’s fair to say that Rio is n... more

So far, 4.5 million tickets, or around 65 per cent of all tickets for the Beijing Olympic Games, have been sold so it is not too late to get your hand... more

For the best mojitos you have got to go to the source, Cuba. Locals love this drink and have adopted it as almost a national treasure. For the most au... more

Due to security procedures no one is permitted to view the cockpit whilst the aircraft is airborne, however if you speak to a steward/stewardess durin... more

Dubai has something for everyone and it depends upon your interests. For the surreal, you could visit the Dubai Snowdome and try some skiing, bag a ba... more

If budget is important then opt for the Cook Islands, they are relaxed and chilled with quiet beaches, sunbathing and gentle water-sports. Tahiti howe... more

With the Euro at an all time low there is no better time to visit Turkey. It has all ways represented good value for money and is now even better comp... more

While not a widespread practise, cane toad golf does exist as a bizarre method of "pest" control in Australia. The local RSPCA recommends cane toads a... more

Many people will be tempted by local offerings but it’s worth remembering that it is prohibited to bring back souvenirs made from any endangered speci... more

You can easily fly between the countries or take a ferry from Rameshwaram in India in the south east to Talaim-annar in Sri Lanka. There is also an an... more

Winter is a magical time to visit Japan and experience its hot springs. Follow the example of the snow monkeys and bath in the springs at Yudanaka dee... more

India is a popular destination for any rail enthusiast with a healthy choice of train journeys to suit all budgets. Rail expert Ffestiniog Travel can ... more

There are currently five Disney theme parks around the world in California, Florida, Paris, Tokyo and Hong Kong with the latter two typically better f... more

Almost 80% of the Maldives’ 1,200 islands are no more than 1m above sea level while rising sea levels have been measured at around 1cm per year. Exper... more

Yes it is, although it is not recommended by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office who advise against all but essential travel to East Timor, because of... more

I would suggest Regaldive for a trip with a difference. It offers whale watching on the Eastern Cape but also the chance to dive during the “sardine r... more

Mauritius and the Indian Ocean are lovely in November. Most hotels in the Indian Ocean offer excellent children's clubs and childen are very well ... more

In my experience the Passport Office is currently working extremely well making renewal perfectly feasible with a month to spare without going to the ... more

No need to take any risk as in our recent experience passport renewals are taking as little as a week! If you fill the form in online at www.ips.gov.u... more

Yes you do need 6 months validity on the passports after the return date and may be refused entry to or exit from Morocco due to the passport not havi... more

Car hire in Carcassonne is available through various hire companies but some do require a credit card to be presented on collection of car. To avoid ... more

Credit cards are widely accepted in South Africa however, Mastercard and Visa are preferable for Amex and Diners However, clients need to be aware th... more

No inoculations are needed for travelling on the Nile. If you are susceptible to bites then it may be useful to ensure you have sting relief although... more

Two great parts of the world offering very different experiences, sights and landscapes, not to mention climates.. During our summer months Peru is de... more

I have just returned from a cruise down the Nile. I visited my doctor prior to travel to check on what he recommended I needed. Generally the advice g... more

I could recommend that you go to the Sea Life Aquarium in the Bahamas and the jewellery shopping in St Thomas is excellent with its quality gold and a... more

Yes it would be possible to travel from Paleokastritsa to Agios Georgias by sea however there is not a published ferry timetable so it would be have t... more

Firstly, I would say that Thailand can be regarded as a ‘safe’ destination which receives a great many visitors who rarely have any security issues. T... more

Its great families are taking more adventurous holidays than “bucket and spade”. There are some exiting destinations and several companies offer fami... more

The Galapagos Islands would be an excellent adventure for a family which would include children of the ages 5,11,12. With two main seasons – a warm w... more

It largely depends on how warm you are looking for but in early May short to mid-haul we would recommend Cyprus, Greece or Turkey although it is a gre... more

A Taste of West Africa - The Gambia – an unusual combination would be to spend 3 nights staying in a “floating lodge” at the luxurious Mandina Lodges ... more

We would always recommend that you consult your doctor and MASTA with regard to vaccinations required and what would suit you best. Antimalarials dif... more

You have not mentioned what time of year you are travelling, but there a many options to choose from as both rail, ferry and flight options are open t... more

In my experience, the rail routes always seem to be available when they come on line and we never seem to have any problem getting the dates and times... more

I would recommend a few days in Dubrovnik or its neighbour Cavtat, the lakes in Slovenia or possibly even Venice where it is possible to take a ferry ... more

Copenhagen would be a great suggestion for your summer holiday, with direct flights from Heathrow, Gatwick and Manchester, or for a more relaxing jour... more

I would recommend that you consider a small group tour of Brazil, although it is sometimes difficult to guarantee the age of your fellow travellers. ... more

We would recommend the Collette America’s Music cities which takes in Beale Street in Memphis where much of the Blues came to life plus they can take ... more

I would suggest an 'America Music City' escorted trip to the Tennessee and Missouri region of the USA, which we would arrange with an AITO Spe... more

For the most up-to-date information on safety and security in foreign countries, please visit the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) Travel Advice se... more

Make sure you check out the old quarter, which until the 19th century was defended by a wall, and still standing as proof are the Torres de Serranos a... more

What a wonderful idea. The BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS offer some of the best sailing in the world let alone the Caribbean. There are so many beaches and i... more

We would suggest a four wheel drive vehicle because the terrain in Namibia is very varied even though you will not be driving off-road. Also there ca... more

AITO Specialist Travel Agents can help with outbound holidays from the UK however for a trip to London we recommend you refer to the Visit Britain web... more

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) (www.fco.gov.uk, 0845 850 2829) advise that passports be valid for a minimum of six months when travelling to ... more

My choice would be one of two depending on how far you want to travel and how much you want to pay. Somewhere that is not too far would be the Los Jam... more

The Caribbean is an excellent choice for some winter sun, January and February being the best months with very little rainfall and a nice dry heat. Fo... more

Recommended family-friendly destinations include the Red Sea or the Gambia depending on the level of water sport activities the family would like to u... more

Alaska’s northly location means that unless you are coming for dog sledding or the Northern Lights you should ideally travel between May and September... more

There are no direct flights from the Uk into Alaska so the majority of people fly into Anchorage via either Seattle or Vancouver.... more

Alaska is a long way from anywhere and people concentrate all their efforts on seeing as much of the country as possible. However you could combine... more

You are recommended to have vaccinations for Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Tetanus & Polio. If you are visiting the northeast and low altitude areas of the No... more

To enter under the Visa Waiver Programme (VWP) your passport must contain a machine-readable zone (MRZ) at the foot of the photo page. The MRZ contain... more

For a family friendly safari experience South Africa has plenty to offer. You can visit Richard Branson's safari lodge Ulusaba which is in the Sabi Sa... more

You should try the Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia. It is one of the world’s largest reefs with a spectacular array of aquatic life. It also has th... more

You are quite right on both these fronts, however, there is no shortage of idyllic beaches and islands in Thailand. I would personally recommend visit... more

It would be unwise of me to say that South America is always entirely “safe” for families to travel to. However, there are always ways of minimizing r... more

Lake Garda and Venice
Fly to Verona and pick up a car and drive to Bardolino on Lake Garda.
10 nights stay in a hotel or apartment to suit y... more

The Caribbean is a great choice for February as the weather should be warm and sunny and yet its only an 8 hour flight from the UK. I suggest you all ... more

Your worries are understandable and you are doing the right thing coming to an experienced agent as we can present an independent view to help you fin... more

The Foreign Office advise against travelling to this area for all but essential travel. Before you make any arrangements I think you should check your... more

With your daughter already working in Bujumbura, You will be aware that you need a visa, which can be arranged on arrival and currently costs $20 for ... more

February is a great time to go to Egypt, but availability on the nice smaller riverboats is already quite difficult, so I would recommend an early dec... more