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We’re craving something exotic this week and sweet layers of honey-soaked pastry hit the spot. This Greek classic has been made since ancient times and is popular around the Mediterranean. To say we’d quite like to be eating this pistachio version somewhere in Santorini is an understatement. Thankfully, Viking are…

Six-Star Gourmet Getaways Cruising is as much about the food as it is the ship or even your destination. After all, having all your meals expertly designed, prepared and served by some of the most talented chefs in the world is all part of the adventure. Luxury cruise lines are…

As cruise lines compete to offer the best experiences at sea, it’s not surprising that the crown for coolest cruise ship restaurants is hotly contested! Whether you’re a fan of Asian flavours, or like your food served up with a bit of added theatre, here are just five of the…

‘Reviewed by Senior Marketing Executive Sam’ I’m an 80’s baby, and have just had my first experience on a river cruise with Riviera Travel. I’d love to share my day-by-day experience with you first hand – I hope you enjoy it. Arrival in Amsterdam, with an overnight stay in port…

Discovering Gaudi by Janice Davidson Think of drawing a house when you were a child. A square building, pitched roof, square windows, rectangular door. It’s simple. It’s obvious. And, it’s easy to draw. Now imagine 10-year-old Antoni Gaudí idly sketching the same thing amid the sounds and smells of a…

Oceania chef instructor, David Shalleck, teaches at The Culinary Centre on Riviera and Marina. Here he shares some of his favourite recipes including this classic French Tarte Tatin. We can’t think of a better dessert to round off Sunday lunch in the garden… INGREDIENTS Serves 6-8 6 tbsp unsalted butter…

Seabourn Venture is the luxury cruise line’s first purpose-built expedition ship, bringing a six-star experience to the ocean waves. Ahead of her launch, we caught up with Robin West, Senior Vice-President of Expedition Operations at Seabourn, to find out more about what intrepid travellers can expect from this exciting style…

I’ve always been a bit of a travel fanatic, and at the age of 27, I’m lucky to have seen some incredible destinations and stayed in some amazing hotels. Before starting my role at Bolsover Cruise Club two months ago, I’d never considered cruising as an option, and in all…

Silver Dawn is the latest ship to join the Silversea fleet, and our Cruise & Stay Expert Joseph was lucky enough to be invited on board. We asked him to highlight some of his favourite features of the six-star ship – and here’s what he said. *** Normally I’m only…

For generations, rail travel has been a sophisticated, relaxed way to explore the world. Stunning views and gaining access to some of the world’s most enticing destinations is easy from the comfort of a carriage, and by pairing these journeys with a classic or contemporary cruise, even more of this…