There is no denying that Venice can be awfully crowded in summer. But there is a solution, says Mark Palmer. Go in winter, when the city is mercifully free of sight-seers - and its palaces and churches look even more beautiful.
When it comes to bragging, checking in to glamorous places on Facebook is right up there with the selfie, so where have people been visiting in 2013?
Thousands of air passengers have had their flights cancelled this morning as thick fog brought disruption to Heathrow and London City airports.
Bobo is short for 'bourgeois and bohemian', two concepts that are visible in Paris's Marais district. Victoria Gooch goes in search of good food and 'purr therapy'.
Nashville is famed as the swaggering home of country music. But there is a lot more to this great Tennessee city than cowboy boots and guitars.
When it comes to the perfect city break, Barcelona scores a hat trick - especially when staying at the perfect mix of ancient and modern that is the Mercer hotel.
He is the acerbic voice of doom on Strictly Come Dancing. But which travel destinations receive top marks from the ever hard-to-please Craig Revel Horwood?
Anyone can be a photographer now, thanks to cameras in our mobiles. So it's no surprise a special competition just for smartphones has been created.
The North East has been given a big tourism boost after it was announced that a large section of its remote countryside is to be awarded Dark Sky Park status.
If you are planning a cheap skiing holiday, you don't think of Zermatt, the pricey Swiss resort. But Thomas W. Hodgkinson has a few cash-saving ideas.
Weather makes all the difference to a winter adventure, as Bridget McGrouther discovered when she headed across the icy plains of Skoki, in Alberta.
He's always used it in his cooking but when chef Matt Tebbutt headed to the old-world vineyards of Portugal, he found himself falling for the drink too.
The double leg amputee ran a marathon a day this summer from John O'Groats to Land's End so he was more than ready for a relaxing holiday.
Sarah Gordon boards the tiny 12-passenger Glen Tarsan - previously enjoyed by the likes of Alex Ferguson and Emma Thompson - and heads to the blustery isles of the Inner Hebrides for a sociable six days of good food, history and wildlife-spotting. ...read
Center Parcs' fifth UK resort opens at Woburn next year and it's packed with improvements and innovations, says Cat Massey.
If you love new experiences but also like time to absorb your surroundings, a river cruise holiday could be perfect. Here's what's new in the water world.
VIDEO STORY: The rail trip from Mumbai to Kolkata was an annual pilgrimage for Mihir Bose as a child. Here, he recreates that epic journey.
Few places do festive cheer like Disney. Anna Melville-James and daughter Claudie head for Disneyland Paris and find it festooned in yuletide magic.
Whether you fancy sunning yourself in the Caribbean, crossing the Indian Ocean or sailing round the UK, here's the pick of the cruises next year.
Philippa Forrester and family (plus Benny the toy giraffe) savour the Serengeti - in all its untamed glory before turtle-spotting at a beach retreat.
Steam trains are not supposed to appeal to younger generations. But for the decidedly sprightly Natasha Culzac, a day on the Cathedrals Express to Devon was a glorious experience that mixed time travel and fine food. ...read
Today marks the 50th anniversary of JKF's shooting. But there's a brighter side to his tale. Helen Nicholson finds his ghost in Boston and Cape Cod.
Many people dream of a holiday escape to the frozen wonderland that is Antarctica. Nick Boulos was no different, fulfilling a life's ambition by heading due south.
It is one of the most iconic children's text in English Literature but how can you find out more about the man who wrote it, asks Frank Barrett.
A recent summit in Kazakhstan has shone a spotlight on winter sports destinations that many have never thought of. Robert Stewart takes a different angle..
Whether you're just looking to get from A to B or want an iconic journey through amazing scenery, there are plenty of ways to travel around Europe by rail. Fred Mawer looks at the best websites to book your journey. ...read
Lucy Verasamy gets her glad rags on and turns detective for the day on a 1920s 'murder mystery' trip on board the elegantly stylish British Pullman.
The Flemish city has eco-friendly credentials galore...including a cycle culture to rival Amsterdam's. Helen Nicholson gets in the saddle to explore.
From mopeds to 'soft sleeper' carriages on long-distance trains, there are plenty of unusual ways to travel around Vietnam says Christine Healy
Exeter may be a gateway to the South West's glorious coastline but stay a while if you can, for there is plenty in this majestic city to enjoy.
Chengdu, the capital of the Sichuan province, is one of China's rising cities, known for its technology industry. But for Jennifer Cox, it is all about the (very) hot food - while John Craven makes a few cuddly new friends.
When Richard Hartley-Parkinson planned a late-summer break to Morocco, he envisaged hot days of relaxation. Cue a series of biblical thunderstorms...
Winter is nearing, and with it, thoughts turn to a break on a Caribbean beach. But where to go and what to do? Fred Mawer peruses the best websites for a holiday in Antigua, Jamaica, Antigua or even sun-soaked Cuba.
According to a poll last month, Zurich is the best city in the world in which to live. And it's the perfect choice for a low-stress weekend getaway too.
Continuing our series on the world's hippest hotels and the celebrities who frequent them, Sarah Turner visits the rap world's favourite, Le Meurice.
The Maldives may be the ultimate honeymoon destination, but with stylish spas, sunset cocktails and funky nightclubs on offer, it's also the perfect girls' getaway, as Abigail Butcher discovers.
Winter is perfect for hunkering down in a cosy barn. Jo Tweedy and family find a particularly toasty offering in North Norfolk and plenty to entertain them when they decide to emerge from hibernation.
If you have a special interest, then escorted tours can offer tailored experiences just for you, from amazing train journeys to photography tours.
India virgin Imogen Edwards-Jones braves the country's traffic chaos with her sister Leonie, taking a five-hour detour that turns out to be one of most beautiful wrong turns she has ever taken.
Many military casualties were suffered in the UK and there are no fewer than 40 crash sites in the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains, says Frank Barrett.
Hot to trot in Jerez: Horsing around in Spain
The Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art is the spiritual home of 'horse dancing'. Anna Melville-James hops on.
Budget Zermatt? How to save cash as you ski
The Swiss ski resort of Zermatt is famously pricey. But Thomas W. Hodgkinson has a few money-saving ideas.
Celebrating Belgium's Belle-Epoque art
Brussels' new Fin-de-Siècle Museum is dedicated to Belgium's most exciting era for art, says Kieran Falconer.
Ask Frank: An extreme US road trip a la Charley
There isn't much about travel that can fox Frank Barrett...but our readers keep trying. Here's this week's mailbag...
Bah humbug! R4's top moaner heads to Lyon
The creators of Radio 4's master curmudgeon Ed Reardon find the French city brimming with merriment.
Sky-diving without the parachute. Or the sky
Jumping from an aircraft is an activity that many would baulk at. But Anna Melville-James finds an alternative...
Lapland UK: Take me to the North Pole, please!
Meeting St Nick in a truly authentic setting used to be about flying north. Not any more, writes Jo Tweedy...
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In a bid to relax ahead of another nail-biting stint in front of the microphone, the BBC's voice of Test cricket Jonathan Agnew boards the legendary Ghan train for the long leg from Darwin to Adelaide.
Skating, Christmas markets, Santa in Lapland. As the season of goodwill approaches, Fred Mawer looks at the top websites for planning a Christmas break.
For self-drive British golfers, Normandy offers the ideal combination of convenience and quality. Minty Clinch finds the area suits her to a tee.
Think downhill assault course on skis: Emily Sarsfield lifts the lid on the thrilling winter sport of ski cross, including the places where you can try it for yourself.
Pretty towns and villages like Skipton and Hebden have a starring role in the Bafta-winning series Last Tango in Halifax, says Bridget McGrouther.
Tombstone's main street is stuck in an 1880s time warp and the OK Corral is a collection of museums. But it's the gunfight most people want to see.
It has borne three names, and is one of the most famed imperial cities in the world. Simon Sebag Montefiore delves into Istanbul's rich - and often bloody - history.
If you don't want to drive to Italy - and don't fancy high air fares and baggage restrictions either - the Dutch motorail service could be the answer, says Fred Mawer.
A winter-weary Alistair Horne is mesmerised by fiery Mount Etna and tales of its irascible cyclops. He retreats to the luxurious Timeo hotel to warms his bones.
Size is important on the Norwegian Epic, writes Brian Claridge after sailing around the Western Mediterranean on this 'fun ship'.
The TV presenter embarked on an extraordinary six weeks - crisscrossing the country in search of extreme challenges for his latest Channel 5 show.
Those seeking a little sunshine and the chance to flee the British winter do not need to fly to the Caribbean. Lanzarote is near at hand, says John McEntee.
When Andrew Yates was given a safety briefing at his Zambian hotel, he didn't pay much attention... until he encountered an elephant en route to the bar...
Max Wooldridge whisks his partner north-west for a weekend of romance Chester-style. On the menu is cocktail making, shopping and a trip to the races.
There is no better way to stave off the gloom of a British winter than a trip to Australia. Jenny Coad heads to the wonderful Whitsunday Islands.
The Inspector was not expecting much from a night at Rowhill Grange & Utopia Spa in Kent. First there was the stand-off on the phone. Then the price...
Tourists going to Machu Picchu tend to dash through the Sacred Valley - but Anthea Gerrie is keen to take things more slowly on a tour of Peru's high corners.
It doesn't have the profile of its big brothers in the Caribbean, but that's exactly what makes Bequia such a delightful escape, discovers Mark Palmer.
Not many people have heard of Are, even fewer know how to pronounce it, but if you're looking for Scandinavian skiing, it's the best, says Belinda Archer.
Joining a group of experienced trekkers can be unnerving, not least when you're taking on a 6,000m peak. Simon Cable readies himself for a challenge.
Solo travellers can sit at a 'Champney's table' at dinner and mingle with fellow guests. Many come to lose weight and kickstart their fitness regime.
Looking for a Christmas sailing with some festive spirit? Or just to forget December 25th even exists? There are plenty of sea options says Caroline Hendrie.
With 340 days of sunshine and stunning scenery - all located outside the Eurozone - Northern Cyprus is winning over travellers, discovers Cat Massey.
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