The stunning images from one photographer's intrepid journeys in the Arctic in a tiny fishing boat in search of polar bears
Life as a wildlife photographer is a tough one, as one top professional has revealed in a stunning new book
In Arctic Solitaire, Paul Souders, from Seattle, reveals how snapping the great outdoors can be brutal
Souders said of wildlife photography: 'There's a vast trove of ridiculous mistakes to be made'
From a new cheap but chic hotel coming to Brooklyn to a great value option with views of the Empire State Building: The 10 best budget New York hotels
Here's our pick of the best hotels to stay at if you're taking a trip to the Big Apple that won't break the bank
The list includes the trendy Hoxton Hotel, which is due to open in the hip district of Williamsburg next month
Check out Pod Hotel, located at four sites, for small but reliably cheap rooms
Venice Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia
Rising from the waters of Venice Lagoon is the Italian city of Venice, a city like no other.
Begin your visit in the central district of San Marco, and walk upon one of the world’s great squares, St Mark’s Square. The square is surrounded by some of the city’s finest jewels such as St Mark’s Basilica, St Mark’s Campanile and Doge’s Palace.
Just outside stand the Columns of San Marco and San Teodoro. From here, journey along one of the world’s great aquatic thoroughfares, The Grand Canal. Glide past elegant palazzos; once the homes of wealthy merchants, today many of these palaces house important museums and galleries.
Known as The City Of Bridges, Venice has hundreds to explore. The Accademia Bridge links the San Marco district to the Accademia Gallery, and offers some of the Grand Canal’s finest views. The oldest of the Grand Canal’s four crossings is the Rialto Bridge, which today still serves as the gateway to the Rialto Markets. The most famous of all is the Bridge of Sighs, which connects Doge’s Palace to the historic prison.
Venice is a city to get lost in, so put away your map and let her surprise you. Discover waterfront promenades of The Zattere and the sleepy canals and spacious piazzas of Castello. On the tiny island of Murano, glassmakers have been creating works of incredible delicacy and color for over 700 years. Further across the lagoon, the island of Burano is famed for its brightly colored houses and exquisite lace.
Rome Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia
As legend has it, Rome, Italy, was founded by the twin brothers, Romulus and Remus, in 700 B.C. The former Caput Mundi, or Capital of the World, sits beneath Palatine Hill, where the ruins of its original incarnation are open for exploration.
No Rome tour is complete without stopping by the remains of the Temple of Saturn and Arch of Septimus, both located in the Roman Forum. Get in touch with your inner gladiator and stop by the Colosseum, a relic of Roman bloodsports and perhaps the most recognizable element of the city.
Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain to ensure you’ll return to Rome one day; don’t toss in two coins unless you’re ready to fall in love with a Roman. Continue your Rome sightseeing in St. Peter’s Square, home of St. Peter’s Basilica. The world’s largest church, designed by Michelangelo, is both a remarkable structure and a tribute to faith. You can look down from the famous dome to the Holy Square, which is usually filled with the faithful looking to obtain a blessing from the Pope. After this, it’s just a few steps to restaurants filled with Italian food. Forget coming back to Rome – you’ll never want to leave.
What’s your favorite memory of Rome?
The Netherlands: Beyond Amsterdam
By train, bike, and boat, we visit the top Dutch sights outside of Amsterdam: from Haarlem to Rotterdam, and from Delft to the Zuiderzee. Along the way, we enjoy charming towns with fragrant cheese markets, soggy polderland, mighty dikes, and windmills both new and old. Rolling through the Netherlands and connecting with its people, you can’t help but think, “Everything’s so...Dutch!”.
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SICILY TRAVEL VLOG - WHAT TO SEE IN SICILY IN 9 DAYS
When I was researching what to see and do in Sicily before we left - i didn't really find much useful information on any of the highlights, so in this travel vlog I have put together some of what I think are the must sees in Sicily. Above right
Mexico City Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia
In Mexico City there is color everywhere, and once you experience it, your memories will never fade.
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Tenerife Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia
Get out and explore Tenerife, Spain, a volcanic island boasting year-round sunshine and picturesque beaches. Where is Tenerife? It’s a coastal oasis, located on the largest Canary Island, just off the coast of North Africa. Whether your idea of a vacation is basking in the sand of Spanish shores or getting to know the local history, you’ll find it all on your next getaway in Tenerife. For more of an inside scoop on this picturesque destination, check out our Tenerife travel guide and get ready to pack your bags.
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Irish castle is named the most outstanding hotel in the world and California has the No1 restaurant: Winners of luxury travel 'best of the best' awards revealed
The 30th annual Virtuoso Best of the Best awards honoured luxury hotels and restaurants around the world
The best hotel was named as Adare Manor in Limerick, Ireland, which has been recently renovated
Restaurant at Meadowood Napa Valley is best dining experience and Donovan's at Brown's Hotel is best bar
The best pubs in England and Wales for 2018 named by prestigious travel guide - and the overall winner is a beautiful Pembrokeshire inn
Sawday's travel guide has picked out its favourite pubs in England and Wales for 2018/19
It found winners for best pub with rooms, best for local food, best community pub and most authentic pub
The pubs that scooped gongs can also be found in Oxfordshire, Wiltshire and Somerset
Paris Vacation Travel Guide
Paris, the capital of France, attracts 42 million visitors a year.
You can start your Paris tour on the metro, on foot, or with a taxi or bicycle; the city is easily navigable on all fronts. Visit the Arc de Triomphe in the center of the city and marvel at its graceful lines and commanding presence. Built between 1806 and 1836, the Arc is one of a number of historical arches and landmarks peppering Paris.
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Amsterdam Vacation Travel Guide
Amsterdam is the largest city in The Netherlands, also known as Holland. The fun-loving Dutch welcome 3.5 million tourists a year, making Amsterdam one of the top destinations in Europe.
No Amsterdam tour is complete without exploring some of its 165 canals and 1,000 bridges – hopefully you like water. Don’t worry; you don’t need a boat or even a motor vehicle to get around. The heart of this ancient city is best seen on foot or from the seat of a bicycle. This city is rich in history; when you set out to explore “The Venice of the North,” you’ll find buildings dating back to the 13th century, as well as Dam Square and its royal palace.
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