We love... Soaking up the slower pace of island life on Brač. Exploring Roman palaces, Gothic churches and the ancient city of Split.

We love... Staying in beachfront properties with plenty of sand and sangria during downtime.

We love... Sampling port wine at one of Porto’s oldest wine cellars. Strolling through Barcelona’s Gothic quarter and marvelling at the iconic Gaudí-designed architecture. Experiencing ultimate comfort, travelling from Madrid to Barcelona by high-speed train. Relaxing as our boat glides down the Douro River, passing vineyard covered slopes as we sample the products firsthand.

We love... Cruising around the stunning Sirmione Peninsula and the shores of Lake Garda. Exploring star-studded Lake Como and its beautiful main town. Admiring the colourful frescoes and atmospheric old buildings in medieval Orta San Giulio.

We love... Getting lost in the bougainvillea-draped backstreets of Chania, before emerging onto its 14th-century Venetian harbour for a drink.

We love... Walking through Siena’s medieval cobbled streets, lined with hole-in-the-wall cafes, delis and trattorias. Sitting down to a typical Tuscan lunch in the heart of the Chianti countryside.

We love... Staying in the heart of Athens and tucking into souvlaki at a traditional taverna Setting eyes on an Ancient Wonder of the World at Ephesus

We love... Living the pure life (pura vida), staying in two laid-back rainforest lodges, exploring the local wildlife at our own pace. Crossing jungle rivers and rainforest trails in search of armadillo, howler monkey, tree frogs and hummingbirds.

We love... Feeling the full force of nature as rainbows form in the gathering mists above Victoria Falls. Drinking sundowners as bathing buffalo and skittish antelope visit the waterhole of your luxury safari lodge. Flying in a light aircraft above the pristine waterways of Chobe National Park, spotting herds of elephant and pods of hippo.

We love... Rising early for a sunrise safari in search of rare Asian tigers in their natural habitat.

We love... Watching the Taj Mahal change from dusky pink to alabaster white as the sun rises over India’s iconic masterpiece. Looking out for endangered tigers amongst the vine-covered ruins and misty lakes of Rajasthan’s Ranthambore National Park. Riding the rails past jagged peaks and lush pine forests on the Kalka-Shimla Toy Train - one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world.

We love... Witnessing the circle of life as we follow in the hoof prints of the Great Migration - the greatest spectacle on earth. Searching for the Big Five in three of the world’s top wildlife-viewing destinations - the Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and Maasai Mara.

We love... Celebrating New Year's Eve on a cruise on Sydney Harbour - the iconic Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge illuminated by spectacular fireworks. Admiring the sweeping coastline of the Great Ocean Road and the striking rock formations of the Twelve Apostles.

We love... Riding the heritage toy train through the lush hills of Darjeeling. Hiking to a spectacular viewpoint overlooking the cliff-clinging Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Paro. Taking a lesson in archery, the Bhutanese national sport.

We love... Visiting Japan during the renowned ‘cherry blossom’ season. Cultural experiences like staying in a ryokan and joining a traditional tea ceremony. Meeting the monkeys at Jigokudani Monkey Park. Sailing Japan’s sprawling coast, calling at 10 ports of call.