Getting travel insurance can help provide peace of mind for anyone going abroad. While many still view insurance as an optional extra, it can be a lifesaver if anything unexpected should happen. We’ve created a list of the five most important reasons you need travel insurance on your holidays.
Stunning UNESCO Sites in Europe
UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites showcases both mankind’s greatest architectural achievements and the planet’s most naturally stunning landscapes, making them some of the most awe-inspiring places to visit on earth. While you may never be able to see all of the sites scattered around the globe (there are over a thousand at time of writing), there are many located …
Exploring Mont Blanc
The highest mountain in Western Europe, exploring Mont Blanc offers a holiday unlike any other. Travelling via our Dover to Calais route, your road trip to Mont Blanc will see you pass through a number of beautiful French provinces like Champagne with its endless vines stretching across the hillside, and past the villages of France, ending with the sight of …
A Guide to Giethoorn
On the edge of the lush Weerribben Wieden National Park is a place lost in time. Giethoorn has become famous as the village with no roads, a place where all transport is waterborne. Known for its nickname ‘The Venice of Holland’, this peaceful and idyllic village lays among a maze of canoe routes, ornate wooden bridges, and endless cycling tracks. …
Getting from Larne Harbour to Belfast
Travelling via Larne Harbour? Check out our guide for details of how to get to Belfast.
Discover the Bram Stoker Festival
Take a bite of Dublin’s dark side with our guide to the Bram Stoker Festival.
Top 10 Things to do in Ghent
The stunning city of Ghent is the perfect place for a relaxing minicruise. Check out our top things to do in Ghent to inspire your escape.
Top Cocktail Bars in Paris
Let your hair down with our guide to the best cocktail bars in Paris.
A Lazy Mum’s Guide to Ferries
When it comes to family travel, the simplest, smartest and most hassle-free option is always the way to go. This ‘Lazy Mum’s Day’ why not take it easy by travelling to Europe by ferry, and find out that stress-free family travel is possible. To help ensure your day requires as little effort as possible, we’ve even made this lazy mum’s …
10 Things to do in Rotterdam
The young, vibrant city of Rotterdam is teeming with life, stunning architecture and home to Europe’s biggest port. The perfect place to visit on a Mini Cruise, you can see all the best of Netherlands’ ‘second city’ in a relatively short time thanks to its excellent public transport system. To help you plan your time effectively, here are 10 things …
Experiencing the Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Holding the title as the largest arts festival in the world, experiencing the Edinburgh Fringe Festival is an absolute must for anyone who loves being entertained. A kaleidoscope of performance-based acts are spread across hundreds of stages, totalling over 3,000 shows. Thought of as a rite of passage for performers, the festival frequently draws the biggest names in the business, …
6 Things to do Before Travelling by Ferry
If you’ve never travelled on a ferry before, or haven’t taken a trip with us in a while, you might be worried about forgetting something before your crossing. Not to worry – we’re here to help you make sure you’ve got everything you need for a fun-filled journey on one of our ships. Here’s a handy check list of things …
Open Air Art: The Bruges Triennial
The medieval town of Bruges receives over five million visitors a year, but what would happen if those visitors decided to become residents? The 2015 Bruges Triennial of Contemporary Art and Architecture wonders just that in with its latest theme – global urbanisation.
The Belgian Beer Weekend in Brussels
The Belgian people are serious about beer, and they have every reason to be. The country boasts a rich beer heritage which dates back thousands of years, and to this day Belgium is regarded as one of the biggest and most prestigious beer producing countries in the world. Of course, you don’t just have to take our word for it, …
Celebrating Bastille Day in Paris
Better known to locals as La Fête Nationale, Bastille Day takes place on the 14th July each year and is one of the biggest annual celebrations in France. The public holiday owes its roots to the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789, a historical day which moved the country towards revolution and eventually becoming a republic. Now, each year …
Beach Tips for Travelling With Young Children
The days are getting warmer, the summer holidays are on the horizon, and that can only mean one thing: a trip to the beach. While this activity can be daunting for new parents or those with young children, there are a few simple ways you can ensure your day at the coast is as fun as possible. Check out some …
Street Food in Amsterdam
There is no better way to get know a country than by tasting some its delicious cuisine. Luckily, the capital of the Netherlands is packed-full of moreish morsels and phenomenal street food. To assist you through the minefield of savory snacks and sweet treats, we’ve highlighted some of the most well-known delicacies and the best street food in Amsterdam to …
Experience the Berlin Light Festival
Once a year, the German capital undergoes a curious makeover, where buildings across the city are bathed in dazzling light projections that make up the Berlin Light Festival. The annual event attracts over two million visitors to the city, making it one of the most successful light shows in the world.
Chocolate Shopping in Bruges: A Sweet Day Out
The stunning city of Bruges attracts thousands of visitors from across the globe every year who are drawn to its cobbled streets, Gothic architecture and, most importantly, its abundance of delicious chocolate. To help you navigate the city’s array of chocolatiers, we took a look at some of the finest places for chocolate shopping in Bruges.
Cannes Fireworks Festival
For a few magical evenings a year, the skies over Southern France light up for the annual Festival of Pyrotechnic Art. Bursting into life in July, you won’t want to miss out on the Cannes Fireworks Festival if you’re a fan of fireworks, as this annual spectacle promises a night like never before.