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Culture and cricket: The beauty of Sri Lanka
As autumn rain and chill settles across the UK the England cricket team and their followers find themselves in sunny Sri Lanka, writes Andrew Stucken
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Rio - samba, sun and soul
Travellers’ News feature for web - Rio
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A day in Barcelona
Ben Barton spends a day in Barcelona, Spain’s most dynamic city and a popular port for many cruise ships.
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Go wild in sunny Spain
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Top ten sights in Spain
Top ten sights
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Messing about on the river
Exquisite scenery, towns and villages steeped in history, intimate and friendly surroundings. Hannah Whitby tests the water with a cruise along the Rhine
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The Wonders of Namibia
Hannah Whitby reports on a country where you can ride a 4x4 over mountainous red sand dunes, go walking in the desert with bushmen, enjoy magical stargazing and experience spectacular safaris.
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Memories Of Madrid
Artistic, relaxing and lively, the beautiful Spanish capital of Madrid offers Jemma Dunnill the perfect short holiday.
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Impressions of Cyprus
Sunshine, blue skies, beaches, archaeology, mythology and remote mountain villages... discover the many faces of Cyprus.
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The White Coast
Tim Ware takes a look at Spain’s original holiday hotspot, the White Coast on the Costa Blanca.
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Boston: the hub of the universe
Founded by the English nearly 400 years ago, Boston remains the undisputed cultural capital of America.
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Wines of the Rhine
Light, lively and fruity... Germany’s wine provides the perfect accompaniment to a cruise along the Rhine.
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Athens for the free-spirited
Athens may bring to mind the mighty Acropolis, but the city has so much more to offer than its ancient history and Olympic sites.
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Antiques and Baltic treats
This summer, join some of the experts from BBC TV’s Antiques Roadshow for a Baltic cruise with a difference.
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The great outdoors
New Zealand offers coast-to-coast amazement, from the snow-capped mountains to the verdant rainforests and deserted sandy beaches.
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The Italian Lakes
"One can’t describe the beauty of the Italian Lakes, nor would one try if one could" (Henry James). Well, we try.
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The colours of New England
New England is an artist’s palette of colour that casts a potent spell, writes Dianne Vanstone.
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History, myth and legend
If you are seeking more from your holiday than just sunshine and beaches, look no further than Cyprus.
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Variety is the spice of life
Most of us have a favourite dish from Spain’s rich platter. Hannah Whitby delves into the world of Spanish food and drink.
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In the footsteps of Livingstone
The timing of a visit to Botswana and Zambia 150 years after Livingstone discovered Victoria Falls made a trip even more memorable
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Tales from the riverbank
What better way to see the very best of Europe than on a cruise along the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers.
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In honour of Amadeus
January marked the 250th birthday of Mozart and his adopted home of Vienna will be celebrating his genius in style.
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Cairo, Mother of the World
No trip to Egypt would be complete without visiting Cairo, where 18 million people live beside some of the world’s greatest landmarks.
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Cuban contrasts
Barely 100 miles from Florida but a million miles away culturally and socially, Cuba makes for a unique holiday destination.
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Stepping out in the Dolomites
The Italian Dolomites are spectacular in spring, when wild flowers fill the alpine meadows, as hosts Morris and Gillian Rollinson can testify
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Seven natural wonders
The ancient Greeks certainly started something with their Seven Wonders. We present our choice of the best Mother Nature has to offer.
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A bay to remember
There can be no better way to explore the stunning Gulf of Naples than by sailing around in a motor yacht, writes Jemma Dunnill.
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That French connection
A river cruise through France is the ideal way to see the landscapes that inspired some of France’s greatest painters.
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In the realm of the dragon
China is a land of amazing contrasts, where an ancient culture and way of life rubs shoulders with the modern world.
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A burst of winter sunshine
Denia is one of the quieter, most attractive resorts on the Costa Blanca and a tonic for winter blues.
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Seeing double
Jan Etherington discovers the best way to appreciate the stunning wilderness of the Canadian Rockies and Alaskan coast.
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Exclusively yours
Our flagship waterfront hotel in Malta opens to its first Saga guests.
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Voyage to the New World
Join Saga Ruby for a unique transatlantic cruise next May and you will experience the finest of cruising traditions.
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The little island where less is more
Minorca is more low-key than its bigger neighbours and is all the better for it. Richard James explores a Mediterranean gem.
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Italys best-kept secret
With miles of beach on one hand and sun-kissed mountains on the other, Abruzzo has a lot to offer the traveller.
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Costa living
With its promise of winter sun and relaxed pace of life, the ’white coast’ is simply a lovely place to be.
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South Africa pick n mix
Just like confectionery, South Africa’s diversity of landscapes and attractions presents a bewildering array of treats.
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Rooms with a view
Fresh air, stunning views and home comforts. A chalet in the French Alps could be just the thing for a taste of the high life.
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Floral festivities in Thailand
Chiang Mai (also known as "the Rose of the North") hosts Thailand’s annual flower festival.
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The Coral Empire
The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest living structure and supports the most diverse ecosystem known to man.
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Southern Spain and the Alhambra
Moorish heritage is evident throughout southern Spain and no where more so than at the Alhambra, as Jemma Dunnill discovered.
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Peruvian adventures
It was the friendly people who turned a journey to South America into the trip of a lifetime for Saga traveller Jeffrey Trembles.
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Meet the grizzly in his back yard
Louise Newland discovers Canada’s scenery and awesome wildlife on our new nine-night tour.
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Fantasy Island
Lynne Cook samples the romantic delights of Mauritius, a jewel surrounded by the Indian Ocean.
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A lot on his plate
One of the many pleasures of cruising is fine dining and each meal aboard Saga Ruby is a culinary delight.
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See the real Spain
James Quinn explores the dazzling beaches, beautiful architecture and whitewashed villages of Andalusia.
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Vienna: culture, coffee and cake
Austria’s beautiful capital has much to tempt the weekend visitor, from aromatic coffee houses, architectural delights and a world-class art gallery or two.
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River deep, mountain high
A cruise and tour of Alaska and the Canadian Rockies combined with a two-day rail journey aboard the legendary Rocky Mountaineer is a holiday of a lifetime.
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Beyond the sea
Beyond the beaches, tapas and flamenco dancers of Spain is a historical and cultural richness to rival any European state.
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Mexican Magic
Lost civilisations, an exhuberant culture, friendly people and a colourful cuisine are just some of the delights you’ll discover on this amazing new tour, writes Patricia King.
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Lights, camera... Tunisia
Bordered by the Mediterranean, the Atlas Mountains and the sands of the Sahara, Tunisia is a land of cultural diversity that has drawn Hollywood filmmakers for decades.
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Where the lions roam
Phyllis Angliss took the plunge into the Saga holidays pool for the first time this year as a single traveller to Kenya.
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Magical mystery tour
The romance of the Taj Mahal, pink-hued forts, colourful bazaars and elephant-back rides.
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England expects
The 200th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar will find Saga Rose at the exact spot where Nelson raised his famous signal.
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The Rhine in Flames
On five magical summer nights the Rhine Valley explodes into a riot of colour and spectacle, writes Louise Newland.
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A place in the sun
Oh we do like to be beside the seaside – especially when the sunshine is guaranteed. Bernice Davison finds out what the coast of Almeria has to offer.
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All aboard...
Are you ready to try a cruise holiday, or are you worried about dipping your toes in deep water? Bernice Davison recalls the first time she sampled life on the ocean wave.
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Voyage with a view
Norway’s western fjords provide the breathtaking backdrop to an unforgettable journey, reports Bernice Davison.
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Going back for more
From raincoat to short sleeves in just a few hours. Tony Peisley explains why Cyprus isn’t just for summer.
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Kenya - the ultimate safari experience
On the eastern edge of Africa, Kenya is a country of desert and savannah, lowland and highland - much of it created by the enormous Rift Valley.
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South African surprises
Spectacular scenery, fascinating wildlife, charming towns and villages, and stunning game parks. Tony Peisley was spoilt for choice on South Africa’s Garden Route.
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Northern delights
Lush green fjords, boiling mud, midnight sun and the cries of a million seabirds – it must be a voyage to the frozen north.
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American patchwork
New England isn’t just for autumn, says Bernice Davison, who discovered past delights and present pleasures on a summer tour of the east coast.
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We have lift-off...
Alison Mitchell, one of Britain’s best-known financial journalists, took to the surf in Mauritius - with kite in hand.
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Space travel
You don’t need to leave the planet to get away from the crowds – all you have to do is take the famous rail journey across Canada, says Willy Newlands.
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River of gold
The Douro river has made its mark on the landscape and history of northern Portugal. Martin Symington reports.
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The real taste of Spain
A glass of wine, a beer – and something to tickle the tastebuds? Bernice Davison tries some tapas.
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Discover the best of Britain
Saga offer hotel stays in some of the finest areas of the British Isles, including Stratford, Cheltenham and Cardiff.
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Oberammergau Fellowship
Discover the village of Oberammergau, home to the Passion Play, on one of Saga’s Footsteps holidays.
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Nature's wonders
If you want an out-of-the-ordinary travel experience, then Namibia should be first on your list.
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Kuala Lumpur, the City of Lights
Any trip to Malaysia will be enhanced with a visit to Malaysia’s multi-cultural capital city, Kuala Lumpur.
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Music to make the heart sing
Opera in the open air, in the Arena di Verona, Italy. It doesn’t get much better than this, says Louise Newland.
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Splendours of the Orient
Discover the Orient on this memorable cruise and stay holiday which takes you to Singapore, Penang, Phuket, Malacca and Kuala Lumpur.
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Spa holidays
Offering relaxation and rejuvination for both the body and mind, a spa resort makes for a unique and surprisingly affordable holiday.
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Poetry in motion
"I wandered lonely as a cloud"... The lakes and dales remain as inspring, uplifting and soothing as Wordsworth once found them.
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Golf in Borneo
The beautiful Karambunai Resorts Golf Club course at the Nexus Resort is set against a tropical rainforest on the shores of the South China Sea.
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Turkish delight
Louise Newland treads an ancient path through historic ruins and discovers there is more to Turkey than its beaches.
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Saga Rose 2004 themed cruises
We have added jazz and gardening themes to Saga Rose’s Caribbean Calypso and Canary Island Reverie cruises, departing later this year.
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Athens under the spotlight
Last month, the Olympic Games took on momentous proportions as they returned to their roots in Greece. Under the global spotlight, Athens was keen to show its best side.
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Life on the ocean wave
Donning her glad rags for a cruise of culinary indulgence and musical delights, Saga Magazine columnist Val Hennessy sets sail across the Baltic aboard Saga Pearl.
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Fiuggi and beyond
Wisecracking monks, kidney stone-curing spas and a fleet of poorly-scheduled buses awaited television presenter Edward Enfield on a recent holiday to the heart of Italy.
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Top tour Manager Anna Collings
Anna Collings, one of our most experienced tour managers, explains to Lynne Cook why she has become the ultimate travel accessory.
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Celebrate with the Greeks
Discover the beauty, exuberance and ancient heritage of Greece, winners of Euro 2004 and hosts for this year’s Olympic Games.
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Shakespeares Stratford
Historic sites, old English pubs, beautiful parks and the world’s greatest theatre make Stratford the ideal place for a short break.
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The Sagrada Família – legacy of a genius
Gaudí’s great unfinished masterpiece, the ’Temple of the Holy Family’, remains Barcelona’s defining symbol.
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Egypt - land of legends
Discover ancient Egypt and the 5000 year-old culture of the Pharaohs on our 11-night tour, featuring a three-night cruise along the Nile.
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Vancouver - spectacular by nature
British Columbia is Canada’s most westerly province and is bordered by the Pacific and the Coastal and Rocky Mountain ranges.
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Comfortable Air Travel
Part 4: Special areas of attention. Suggestions on areas that are particularly vulnerable to flying and need special attention.
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India's Golden Triangle
Bustling streets… colonial mansions… epic rail journeys… beautiful saris… colourful street parades… majestically decorated elephants… legacies of the imperial Raj…
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Cyprus - blessed by Aphrodite
The Mediterranean island of Cyprus enjoys a warm, sunny climate and is blessed with forested mountains, sandy beaches and sparkling seas.
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The colours of New England
Saga has two holidays that show you the best of beautiful New England, the birthplace of America.
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St Petersburg and the Baltic Capitals
Renowned for their elegance, history and breathtaking architecture, the Baltic cities offer a graceful and cultural cruising experience.
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The Isles of Scilly
Situated 28 miles southwest of Lands End, the Isles of Scilly are a haven of tranquility and outstanding beauty with clear water, soft beaches and lush vegetation.
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Majesty of the Lakes
Dramatic and captivating, the Italian Lakes have been celebrated through the centuries for their spectacular natural beauty. Experience them on this magical tour.
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The Danube four countries cruise
The Deltastar cruises along the famous Danube river, visiting magnificent towns and cities as it passes through Austria, Hungary, Slovakia and Germany.
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A World in One Country
This popular tour of South Africa visits the winelands and shores of the Garden Route, the Drakensberg Mountains and the Kruger National Park.
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Bay City Stroller
Michael Manton travelled to San Francisco to discover why the City by the Bay captures the hearts of so many visitors.
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The Indian Pacific Railway journey
Passing through stunning landscapes, the Indian Pacific Railway stretches across Australia’s outback, from the Pacific Ocean to the Indian Ocean.
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Cruising the Baltic
Discover the cultural heritage and architectural wonders of the Baltic and Scandinavia’s foremost cities on a relaxing cruise.
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Shakespeare's fair Verona
Verona, immortalised by Shakespeare in Romeo and Juliet, is now home to the world’s greatest opera festival.
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Comfortable Air Travel 3
Part 3: The Body. The following exercises can help your body cope with the stress of travelling.
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Cruising Northern Europe
A new series of cruise features begins with one of our most popular destinations - Northern Europe.
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The lost city of the Incas
Located high up in the Andes Mountains in Peru is Machu Picchu, a remarkable Inca citadel discovered less than a hundred years ago.
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A walk in the park
Dianne Stringer presents a guide to the most famous park in the world, Central Park.
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Tunisia`s Cap Bon
Melody Stewart is pleasantly surprised by the timeless landscape of Tunisia`s Cap Bon region.
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Hollywood in two days
Jemma Dunnill flew to Los Angeles to find out whether Hollywood is truly the place where dreams come true.
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A European in South Africa
Lynne Cook retraces the steps of the great explorers on a visit to South Africa’s Cape Coast.
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Alfama - the historic heart of Lisbon
Jemma Dunnill weaves her way through Alfama’s rambling neighbourhood, the oldest part of Lisbon and, for many, it’s most seductive.
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British Isles and Ireland hotel stays
We are delighted to introduce Saga’s diverse range of hotel stays throughout the British Isles and Ireland.
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A journey through Canterbury
Canterbury is one of the most historic cities in England, with a host of architectural treasures and famous tales.
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Nibbling on Vizier’s fingers
Turkey’s eclectic cuisine, born out of the Ottoman Empire, combines the traditions of Central Asia and the influences of the Mediterranean regions.
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Thai Cuisine
The beauty and simplicity of Thailand’s food perfectly represents the country’s ideals of pleasure and harmony.
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Taking stock of Stockholm
Lesley Adair travels to Sweden’s capital city to discover a vibrant cosmopolitan metropolis built over 14 islands.
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The window on the West
Michael Johnson delves into the history of Peter the Great’s ’window on the west’, the magnificent St Petersburg.
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Borneo’s men of the forest
An insight into how the Sepilok Orang-utan Centre educates both man and our closest relatives.
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Comfortable Air Travel 2
Part 2: Nutrition. Good nutrition is an important aspect of health in general, and helps maintain energy levels whilst travelling.
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Comfortable Air Travel 1
Part 1: The Mind. Effective organisation can take a lot of stress out of your holiday. Last minute or disorganised packing can leave you feeling as though you have left something behind.
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Entering The Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon is one of the most breathtaking sights in the world, as Jemma Dunnill discovered on her first visit there.
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Wild Time In Alaska
On a cruise up Alaska’s Inside Passage aboard the MS Zaandam, Melody Stewart encounters brown bears and killer whales.
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Bright Lights Of Las Vegas
Michael Manton discovers whether Las Vegas is the epitome of the American dream, or its worst nightmare.
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Focus on New England
From the verdant valleys and picturesque farms of Vermont and New Hampshire, to Boston’s colonial history and the enclaves of the rich and famous on Cape Cod, New England is the seed from which the mighty oak of a country grew.
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