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April is a month of blossoming flowers, occasional rain showers and, of course, Easter chocolate; but it’s also the perfect time for an energising spring trip. Make the most of the holiday vibe by tuning in to music festivals in New Orleans or catching waves on a Costa Rican beach.

Travelling solo might be daunting, especially for women, but it can also be one of the most exhilarating experiences of your life. We celebrate International Women’s Day with an insider’s guide to solo travel for women. Follow our tips and set off on an adventure of a lifetime…by yourself!

Ever keen to capture the perfect holiday snap, ITV’s widely travelled newsreader Alastair Stewart tells us of his love for Venice, dreams of living in windswept Scotland, and a hotel nightmare in Bermuda.

Ever keen to capture the perfect holiday snap, ITV’s widely travelled newsreader Alastair Stewart tells us of his love for Venice, dreams of living in windswept Scotland, and a hotel nightmare in Bermuda.

If, like 90% of the population, chocolate is your Achilles heel and you’ve given it up for Lent, then these scrumptious chocolate-themed getaways might just be what you need for that relapse over Easter. Read on for the top five chocolate experiences for incurable chocoholics. You can thank us...

April is a time for new beginnings in Japan. As the cherry blossoms hit full bloom, hanami (flower viewing) parties and picnics take place all over the country, the school year starts and companies hire new recruits. The blossoms, which only bloom for a short period, are a symbol of...

Playground of the international jet set, wellspring of inspiration for many a designer, and gateway city for those looking to visit Africa for the first time, Marrakech certainly attracts a diverse cast of travellers. For some, a resort will be fine, but if you’re looking for an authentic taste...

Although March heralds the onset of spring, the sun can still be just as elusive and the weather can be moody during the month. But as long as you’re not perturbed by a surprise rain shower, there are plenty of options for a March getaway, from diving with manatees in Belize to losing...

Vietnam is a country of contrasts. The chaotic din of the cities - dirty, dusty and crawling with mopeds - slowly fades to reveal a vast patchwork of vivid green rice paddies specked with conical hats. The cities cannot be ignored – vibrant, heaving, and at times dangerous (trying to cross the...

Record-breaking batsman Brian Lara shares his travel experiences, from partying in Las Vegas to eating Iguana, and tells us why he can’t wait to visit Iraq.

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