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May 2013

A few of America's finest natural wonders

Although the USA is perhaps best known for its busy cities, iconic buildings and global influence, it is important to remember that the country's natural landscape is also one of the most beautiful in the world.

May 2013

Tobey Maguire praises Sydney coffee shops

A number of Sydney coffee shops received a boost this week after Tobey Maguire mentioned them at a movie premiere.

May 2013

Writer highlights best of Amsterdam in 48 hours

A Canadian travel writer recently published some advice on how to make the most of Amsterdam in just 48 hours.

May 2013

Rhine Opera Chorus sings on Koblenz cable car

Members of the Rhine Opera Chorus recently took part in one of the many celebrations honouring Wagner this year.

May 2013

Helpful German phrases to use on a river cruise

A river cruise along the beautiful Rhine River is sure to take passengers to some of the most famous cities and sights in Germany and Austria, and although guests will not need to know any German for time spent on the cruise ship or when being led by a tour guide, it can be useful to know a couple of phrases in German when exploring without the rest of the group.

May 2013

Indoor navigation system to be launched in Las Vegas

Navigating around Las Vegas' huge casinos could soon be easier thanks to a new location service developed by Lighthouse Signal Systems.

May 2013

Pedestrian bridges planned for Budapest

Plans were announced last week for a number of pedestrian bridges to be built in Budapest across the River Danube.

May 2013

Travel writers and chefs celebrate Paris restaurants

Travel experts at The Telegraph have named a number of restaurants in Paris as being some of the world's best.

May 2013

Australian zoos join forces with local attractions

Two South Australian zoos have joined together with regional tourism operators to attract more visitors to this beautiful part of the country.

May 2013

Game of Thrones tours launch in Croatia

Those visiting Croatia soon could find themselves exploring some of the beautiful filming locations of popular television series Game of Thrones.

May 2013

Art Basel expands to Hong Kong

Art Basel has become such a popular and well-respected international art fair that an Art Basel fair opened this week in Hong Kong.

May 2013

Vienna a top culinary destination for vegetarians

A vegetarian travel writer found herself pleasantly surprised after Vienna proved to be a haven for vegetarians.

May 2013

Plans for boost to bike tourism in New South Wales

Australia could soon become a top cycling destination according to the Central West Off Road Bike Club in New South Wales.

May 2013

Travel blogger praises Belgium's cycling routes

A travel blogger and cycling fan from New Zealand has recently recommended Belgium as a top cycling destination.

May 2013

A selection of Vienna's iconic sights

Vienna has long been a favourite European destination among sophisticated travellers who are looking to explore the finest architecture the continent has to offer, and boasts some of the finest sights to be found anywhere.

May 2013

Vienna Opera costume makers praised for skill

A great deal of work goes into a Vienna Opera production and the costume makers in particular were praised by a journalist.

May 2013

Writer praises new Scenic Jewel cruise ship

An Australian news reporter recently embarked on the maiden voyage of the new Scenic Jewel and now describes himself as a "river cruising convert".

May 2013

World's largest camel herd lives in Australia

Australia could soon become as famous for its camels as it is for its kangaroos after it emerged that the country is home to the largest camel herd in the world.

May 2013

$4.1bn to be invested in San Francisco Airport

San Francisco could soon be looking better than ever after it was announced that $4.1 billion will be invested in it.

May 2013

Renovated Rijksmuseum wins praise from visitors

A British journalist recently visited the reopened Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam and had nothing but praise for the gallery.

May 2013

Journalist says Bruges is 'beyond beautiful'

A travel writer for the Huffington post recently travelled to Bruges and described it as a town which is "beyond beautiful".

May 2013

Rhône River cruise full of authentic experiences

A travel blogger for the Huffington Post enjoyed a river cruise in France with her husband recently as a treat for their retirement.

May 2013

Australia with Simon Reeve airs on BBC2

The first episode of Australia with Simon Reeve aired last weekend, showing off some of the best parts of the country.

May 2013

Hungarian wines impress American wine expert

Budapest is fast becoming the top destination along the River Danube for good wine and fine dining according to an American wine expert.

May 2013

Fly to Baku opens in Vienna

A new modern art exhibition was unveiled this week at the Art History Museum in Vienna.

May 2013

Keira Knightley weds in Avignon, France

British actress Keira Knightley got married this month and chose to hold her wedding in the south of France.

May 2013

Melbourne's best croissants discovered

A writer for Australia's Good Food website believes that she has found the best croissants in all of Melbourne.

May 2013

New video ad shows Amsterdam is 'the original cool'

A new video advertisement is showcasing Amsterdam as a destination which is fashionable, artistic, hip and ultimately cool.

May 2013

Rain Room astounds Museum of Modern Art visitors

New York's Museum of Modern Art has recently unveiled a new exhibition which is attracting thousands of people.

May 2013

Budapest's baths and beaches reopen for summer

Those soon to visit Budapest will now be able to enjoy the city's refurbished baths and beaches after many were reopened recently.

May 2013

Gerhard Richter painting sells for record $37m

A painting by Cologne artist Gerhard Richter recently set a record when it was bought at auction this week.

Special Gerhard Richter exhibition ends soon

May 2013

Scenic Tours to commission two new ships in 2014

Due to demand for more luxury river cruises in Europe, Scenic Tours have commissioned another ship for 2014.

May 2013

Warm weather breaks records in Sydney

Australia is known for its warm climate and good weather, but in recent weeks it has been even better than usual.

May 2013

A short guide to Australia's finest landmarks

Consistently named among the most popular holiday destinations in the world, Australia has attracted countless visitors over the years due to its perfect makeup of vibrant cities, welcoming atmosphere, and famously beautiful beaches.

May 2013

Central Australia named top place to visit

A New Zealand travel website has praised Australia's Outback as one of the top places to visit in the country.

May 2013

Grand Canyon trail to reopen after renovation

It was announced this week that a historic trailhead renovation at the Grand Canyon has been completed.

May 2013

Belgrade's history ripe for discovery

A travel website has recommended Belgrade as a top destination for visitors who love exploring the history of a country.

May 2013

British journalist enjoys visit to Antwerp

A journalist from Manchester has recommended Antwerp, Belgium as a great place to visit.

May 2013

Scenic Tours announce new river cruises

Scenic Tours are happy to announce a number of exciting new cruises along with the release of their new river cruise brochure.

May 2013

Three of Germany's most fascinating cities

Germany is one of the most beautiful and interesting countries in Europe, if not the world, and is filled with stunning countryside and fascinating cities for visitors to enjoy.

May 2013

Cycle path through the Rijksmuseum reopened

Cyclists hoping to explore Amsterdam using their favourite method of transport received some great news this week.

May 2013

Vienna's metro to undergo improvements

Vienna's urban transport system is widely considered to have raised the bar for city transportation, and now it is set to expand further.

May 2013

Lyon wins praise of journalist

Lyon has been praised as a destination which combines old traditions and modern innovation by a Canadian newspaper.

May 2013

Ghent launches vegetarian restaurant map

Ghent is aiming to become the top destination in the world for vegetarians after launching a special restaurant map.

May 2013

Scenic Tours' 2014 river cruise brochure out now

Scenic Tours are happy to announce that they have released their highly-anticipated brochure for river cruises in 2014.

May 2013

New York Times praises Budapest's restaurants

Budapest is swiftly becoming one of the top fine dining destinations in Europe according to a travel writer at the New York Times.

May 2013

Australia's tourism industry is booming

Australia's national tourism board has said that the country's tourism industry has been even more successful than predicted.

May 2013

Brand USA launches campaign in the UK

The tourism marketing body of the USA has announced that it is unveiling a new campaign to attract British tourists.

May 2013

Scenic Tours features in The Daily Mail

Scenic Tours recently featured in The Daily Mail and were highly recommended for one of their last minute deals.

Top sights to spot on a Rhine river cruise

May 2013

Farmers help protect the Great Barrier Reef

A number of farmers in Queensland have been praised for their efforts towards protecting the Great Barrier Reef.

May 2013

Terracotta warriors head to Bucharest this summer

A new exhibition opened in Bucharest this week which has welcomed some of China's terracotta warriors to Romania.

May 2013

Blogger praises Germany's wine regions

An American travel blogger has recently written a guide to Germany's wine regions.

May 2013

Spire added to top of One World Trade Center

The spire of the One World Trade Center in New York was installed last week, crowning it as the third tallest building in the world.

May 2013

Tourism in Europe predicted to stay strong

A recent report published by the European Travel Commission has revealed that tourism growth in Europe will continue throughout 2013.

May 2013

Scenic Tours features in The Sunday Times

Scenic Tours recently appeared in The Sunday Times as a river cruise line which embraces some of the best of the River Rhine.

May 2013

Travel blogger embarking on Rhine River cruise

A blogger for Tips from the T-List has recently set off on a river cruise along the Rhine and is expecting great things.

May 2013

Sydney named as Australia's dining capital

Sydney has been named as Australia's dining capital after a report charted the growing food and drink culture in the city.

May 2013

Holiday season starts along Black Sea coast

Romania's Black Sea coast was declared officially open last weekend as thousands of visitors descended upon the beauty spot.

May 2013

Koblenz card launched offering visitor discounts

Those visiting Koblenz soon can benefit from a brand new card which has been designed specifically for visitors.

May 2013

Australia's wineries join with Tourism Australia

Some of the top wineries in Australia are working together with Tourism Australia to help promote the country as a leading wine tourism destination.

May 2013

Amsterdam's hidden gems revealed by local guide

An Amsterdam tour guide has recently shared his thoughts on the city's hidden gems in an interview with Expatica.com.

May 2013

Budapest's Amusement Park enters last season

Budapest's famous Amusement Park has started its last season before it will close for good later this year.

May 2013

River cruises gaining global popularity

A popular lifestyle website has described a river cruise in Europe as a holiday choice that has appeal to people all across the world.

May 2013

Cologne restaurant named in World's 50 Best list

The list of the 50 best restaurants in the world was announced recently and a Cologne eatery has made it into the top 10 of the list.

May 2013

$10m awarded to Cairns and Great Barrier Reef

Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef have been awarded $10 million to host the biggest tourism industry show in Australia.

May 2013

George Lucas hopes for new museum in San Francisco

Film producer George Lucas has been named as one of the finalists of a competition to create a new museum in San Francisco.

May 2013

Travel experts list top summer holiday destinations

With summer just around the corner, The Guardian has compiled some top summer travel recommendations from experts.

May 2013

Columnist notes highlights of summer in Bucharest

A columnist for Romania-Insider.com has written an article about Bucharest in the summertime and has said that now is an ideal time to visit.

Bucharest ranks as 56th in top 100 cities list

May 2013

Designs submitted for iconic new Sydney building

Three of the top architects in the world have submitted designs to create Australia's next iconic building.

May 2013

Van Gogh museum officially reopened this week

The world famous Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam was reopened yesterday after a seven-month renovation.

May 2013

BaselWorld watch event draws to a close

The biggest watch and jewellery event of 2013 comes to an end today, cementing Basel's place as the global centre of these two luxury goods.

May 2013

Croatia's Tourist Board releases new video

The Croatian National Tourist Board released a new promotional video at the end of last month which shows off the best the country has to offer.

May 2013

$30 million bowling centre set for Las Vegas

The latest development announced for Las Vegas will see the creation of a bowling centre with over 60 lanes.

May 2013

Australia's 'Nature Coast' to be promoted

A number of tourism groups in Queensland are combining their efforts into promoting Australia's 'Nature Coast'.

May 2013

Travel trends show people are planning ahead

A recent consumer survey has revealed that travel trends are pointing towards planning ahead and prioritising value over budget.

May 2013

Europe named one of world's top river cruise spots

Although river cruises are available all over the world, The Telegraph has said that cruises through Europe are some of the best.

May 2013

Uluru in Lonely Planet's world's top sunrises list

Respected travel guide producer Lonely Planet have recently named Australia as the owner of one of the world's best sunrises.

May 2013

Bloggers say Budapest appeals to all 5 senses

A respected travel blog has described Budapest as a city which can satisfy all 5 senses.

Apr 2013

Rhône vintages continue to impress critics

The Côtes de Rhône Villages are becoming increasingly popular for producing some of the best wine in the Rhone Valley.

Apr 2013

Canadian reporter praises Cologne's culture

A Canadian reporter has praised Cologne as a travel destination that it is "impossible not to be impressed by".

Apr 2013

Aboriginal art installation to be seen by millions

A piece of Aboriginal artwork is about to go on display in Paris in a special celebration of Australian culture and heritage.

Apr 2013

Sightseeing beats reading for UK travellers

A new survey has suggested that UK residents are now becoming more interested in sightseeing when they go travelling than relaxing with a good book.

Apr 2013

Host of USA restaurants named in top 100 list

The USA has featured heavily in the latest instalment of a list of the world's top 100 restaurants, with no less than 13 making the grade.

Apr 2013

Some of the top sights to visit in Budapest

Hungary's capital, Budapest, is becoming an increasingly popular destination with those who have enjoyed a visit to Europe, and it is fast becoming one of the top places to visit on a river cruise along the Danube.

Apr 2013

River cruising "leading the way" says journalist

A journalist from the Vancouver Sun has described river cruises as a travel choice which is "leading the way".

Apr 2013

Vienna Ballet's original new works impress critics

The Vienna Ballet is cementing its status as one of the top centres of ballet with the unveiling of a number of new original works.

Apr 2013

Tourism Australia to promote country's cuisine

Andrew McEvoy, head of Tourism Australia, has said that one of their biggest focuses of the future will be on food and wine.

Apr 2013

Best of Amsterdam to be celebrated for new king

A historic day is set for Amsterdam this week as the country will be welcoming its first king for over 120 years.

Apr 2013

Economic crisis fails to stop Europeans travelling

A new study from a leading travel company has shown that people are not being put off taking high quality European holidays, despite the weak economy.

Apr 2013

More 'silver surfers' booking holidays online

A wide ranging survey across Europe has suggested that many more people over the age of 55 are now using the internet to arrange their holidays.

Apr 2013

Statue of Liberty's crowdfunding past relived

A new article published on the BBC News website has been looking back on how the Statue of Liberty was funded by ordinary Americans.

Apr 2013

The Telegraph's Jane Archer praises river cruises

Jane Archer, cruise specialist for The Telegraph, has recommended a number of rivers to enjoy a river cruise on.

Apr 2013

Moselle wines offer unique tasting experience

Popular travel website Travellers Today has recommended the Moselle region of Germany for producing outstanding wine.

Apr 2013

Best Jobs in the World shortlist revealed this week

The shortlist for Tourism Australia's 'Best Jobs in the World' campaign was revealed this week.

Apr 2013

Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum to reopen next week

Amsterdam's artistic credentials will get a boost next week when the Van Gogh Museum is reopened to the public.

Apr 2013

Europe sees spring temperatures ahead

Weather experts have announced that the continent is finally beginning to warm up after Europe's long winter.

Apr 2013

Tourism wisdom sought from Austria travel experts

Tourism authorities across the globe have hailed Austria as a top destination as global demand for tourism advice rises.

Apr 2013

Australian golf tourism boosted by Adam Scott's win

Tourism Australia has announced that they believe Adam Scott's 'Masters' win will encourage Australian golf tourism.

Apr 2013

Cycling becoming increasingly popular in Budapest

Budapest is becoming the latest city to embrace the bicycle after an event celebrating Earth Day saw cyclists take over the city.

Apr 2013

Essential things to do during a New York visit

There is so much to see and do when visiting New York City that it is easy to get overwhelmed and miss out on some of the best things to see, do and experience whilst visiting.

Apr 2013

Sydney's aquarium praised by visitors

Sydney's aquarium has unveiled a new exhibition which is making it one of the top attractions to visit in the city.

Apr 2013

Special Gerhard Richter exhibition ends soon

An exhibition is currently running in Cologne which celebrates the career of one of the city's most prolific artists.

Apr 2013

Scenic Tours wins praise from travel writer

A writer for The Daily Telegraph recently enjoyed his first ever cruise with a Danube river cruise with Scenic Tours.

Apr 2013

Los Angeles to host Formula E racing in 2014

It was announced this week that a new motor racing event will be coming to Los Angeles next year.

Apr 2013

Roberto Cavalli has big plans for Romania

Top fashion designer Roberto Cavalli recently visited his new store in Bucharest and announced that he had big plans for the city.

Apr 2013

River cruising in Europe has worldwide popularity

The success of river cruising this year is still growing, with European river cruises appealing to travellers from even further across the globe.

Apr 2013

Scientists make breakthrough with koala protection

The koala was officially named as a threatened species last year, but new research by scientists could help regenerate the population.

Apr 2013

Chocolatier makes Brussels' Town Hall replica

A chocolate manufacturer in Belgium has created a fantastic example of the country's expertise in chocolate: a chocolate version of Brussels' Town Hall.

Apr 2013

River cruise lines offering trips to more rivers

Respected travel website Travelers Today has recommended a number of rivers to enjoy a cruise along.

Apr 2013

Top chefs praise Australian culinary landscape

Australia's local produce and culinary landscape have been praised by a highly-acclaimed chef based in Hong Kong.

Apr 2013

Europe's threatened landmarks shortlisted for aid

Europa Nostra have shortlisted a number of endangered historic and cultural sites in Europe which could soon undergo a rescue mission.

Apr 2013

Los Angeles to launch car free tourism initiative

A new tourism initiative has been launched in Los Angeles which will encourage tourists to find alternative ways of exploring the city.

Apr 2013

Los Angeles to launch car free tourism initiative

A new tourism initiative has been launched in Los Angeles which will encourage tourists to find alternative ways of exploring the city.

Apr 2013

Renovated Rijksmusuem praised by critics

The recently reopened Rijksmuseum has been given rave reviews by critics and visitors who have visited the museum.

Apr 2013

Darwin Symphony Orchestra to perform at Uluru

It was announced this week that Darwin Symphony Orchestra will be the first orchestra ever to perform at Uluru.

Apr 2013

Funds given towards protection of Black Sea coast

Efforts to protect the coastline of the Black Sea are set to increase after financial help was given to Romania and Bulgaria.

Apr 2013

47th edition of ART COLOGNE begins this week

The world's oldest and longest running fair for 20th and 21st century fine art is set to begin tomorrow in Cologne.

Apr 2013

Cruise writer reviews the new Scenic Jewel

A travel writer has recently written a review on Scenic Tours after travelling aboard our new Scenic Jewel ship.

Couple celebrate 40th anniversary with river cruise

Apr 2013

Budapest's spas open for evening events

The thermal spas in Budapest are swiftly becoming great places to visit both during the day and night.

Apr 2013

Linz Opera House holds premiere of new opera

The new opera house in Linz is getting off to a great start; a brand new opera has just been premiered at the venue.

Apr 2013

Popular river cruises praised by The Telegraph

The Telegraph has highlighted some of the most popular and unusual spots which are great for river cruising.

Apr 2013

Professor outlines plan for Great Barrier Reef

The future of the Great Barrier Reef could be looking brighter after a plan was outlined by some top marine scientists.

Apr 2013

Boutique hotels springing up in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is constantly evolving into an even better and brighter city to visit, and this is being reflected in its hotels.

Apr 2013

Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher enjoy Bruges break

Celebrity couple Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis were recently spotted enjoying a romantic city break in Bruges, Belgium.

Apr 2013

River cruises praised as ocean cruise alternative

A writer for Cruise Critic has recently discovered river cruising in Europe after looking for an alternative to ocean cruising.

Apr 2013

Sydney to host largest Indigenous festival

It was announced this week that Sydney will host Australia's biggest ever Indigenous festival this year.

Apr 2013

Bulgaria and Romania to look after Danube wetlands

The Danube wetlands will soon be protected by both Bulgaria and Romania after a memorandum was signed.

Apr 2013

Black Forest town celebrates seven Michelin Stars

Germany's Black Forest is known for many things, and Michelin Star standard dining can now be one of them.

Apr 2013

Best places to see in Bucharest are free

Bucharest is one of the essential places to visit in Romania, and there are plenty of places to visit in the city which won't cost a penny.

Apr 2013

Linz's brand new Opera House opens to public

Linz in Austria is looking to become the country's new cultural hotspot after the new Linz Opera House was opened.

Apr 2013

Tips from the T-List review trip to Uluru

A popular travel blog has recently published an article on what a stay in Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park is like.

Apr 2013

Scenic Tours win top luxury tour operator award

Scenic Tours recently came away with the award for 'Best Luxury Tour Operator' in a list compiled by a well-respected travel magazine.

Apr 2013

A guide to understanding Vienna's coffee culture

Vienna is undoubtedly the jewel of Austria, and alongside its grand balls, superb museums and UNESCO world heritage site status, their coffee house culture is something which should be celebrated.

Apr 2013

The Black Forest in top 10 enchanting forests list

A travel blogger has made a top 10 list of enchanting forests and named Germany's Black Forest as one of them.

Apr 2013

TV adventurer Simon Reeve travels to Australia

Renowned television adventurer Simon Reeve recently travelled to Australia for his latest TV series.

Apr 2013

Great white pelicans spotted migrating to Danube

Huge flocks of great white pelicans have been spotted migrating to the Danube River in Bulgaria.

Apr 2013

G-Star open their biggest store in Cologne

Global clothing brand G-Star opened their biggest store ever in Cologne this week.

Apr 2013

Cruise Critic highlights Europe river cruise

Specialist cruise website Cruise Critic have recently shown their support for river cruises in Europe and given 8 reasons why they are great.

Apr 2013

Final entries in for Australia's top jobs contest

The final entries for Tourism Australia's six 'Best Jobs in the World' came in yesterday, leaving organisers with a daunting task.

Apr 2013

Amsterdam and cycling praised by writer

A travel writer for The Telegraph has highlighted one of the city's favourite past times and transport methods: cycling.

Apr 2013

Budapest zoo welcomes four lion cubs

There could not be a better time than now to visit Budapest on a river cruise as four lions were recently born in the city's zoo.

Apr 2013

Artwork worth $1billion donated to New York museum

New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art received a generous donation of artwork worth $1 billion this week.

Apr 2013

The Express praises Scenic Tours' upgraded fleet

Major British newspaper The Express has named the best river cruise vessels being unveiled this year.

Apr 2013

Travel blogger recommends Bruges for everyone

A New Zealand travel blogger has highlighted Bruges as a place in which everyone can find something to do.

Apr 2013

Good news for Australia's tourism figures

Recent tourism arrival figures in Australia show that the country has plenty to celebrate this year.

Apr 2013

World Travel Awards nominations announced

The nominees for the prestigious World Travel Awards were announced this week and Europe has much to celebrate.

Apr 2013

Top sights to spot on a Rhine river cruise

A river cruise along the Rhine is popular for many reasons and famous for many things, one of these being the spectacular sights and views that can be enjoyed from the comfort of a river cruise ship.

Apr 2013

The Australian praises Scenic Tours river cruises

Popular Australian national newspaper The Australian has recently highlighted river cruises as the holiday of choice for the "savvy traveller".

Apr 2013

Travel blogger answers questions about Uluru

A travel blogger has written an article about Uluru, answering the top questions asked by people hoping to view the wonder.

Apr 2013

Travel planner recommends Bucharest attraction

A travel planner writing for Romania Insider has recommended one of their favourite attractions in Bucharest: The Village Museum.

Apr 2013

Cruise experts turn attention to river cruising

With river cruising becoming increasingly popular, expert cruise writers are now advising people on how to make the most of a river cruise.

Apr 2013

Las Vegas hosts glamorous Country Music Awards

The annual Country Music Awards were held last weekend in the entertainment capital of the world: Las Vegas

Apr 2013

Cruise expert recommends Europe's waterways

A cruise writer for popular information site About.com has praised Europe for its variety of rivers and destinations.

Apr 2013

Budapest tops Post Office list of European cities

A recent survey conducted by the British Post Office has named Budapest as one of the top cities to visit in Europe.

Apr 2013

Perth to install first sparkling water fountain

A casual walk through Perth could soon get even better with the installation of Australia's first sparkling water fountain.

Apr 2013

Antwerp museum stores paintings before restoration

Some of the most famous paintings in Belgium went into storage this week as part of an exciting renovation.

Apr 2013

First views seen from brand new World Trade Center

The first views from the observation deck of the new World Trade Center have generated a great deal of excitement for the building's opening.

Apr 2013

Improvements made to Serbian stretch of the Danube

A modern river information system being operated on the Danube River has been praised for making sailing safe and fast.

Apr 2013

Rijksmuseum set for grand reopening next week

Excitement is building in Amsterdam as its most famous and prestigious museum is due to reopen next week.

Apr 2013

Australia could be next big fashion destination

Fashion experts from The Guardian have predicted that Australia could become the world's 'fifth' fashion week destination.

Apr 2013

Dusseldorf welcomes fun fair for 112th year

Dusseldorf is reportedly the place to visit this summer as the biggest fair on the Rhine has been organised for the city.

Apr 2013

New York Times writer praises Ningaloo Reef

Recommendations to visit another beautiful reef in Australia could see thousands more people take a trip to the country.

Apr 2013

Austria world's 5th most friendly country to visit

A survey by the World Economic Forum has revealed that Austria is one of the friendliest countries in the world.

Apr 2013

Croatia recommended by lifestyle website

A popular lifestyle website has listed a number of reasons why Croatia is one of the top travel destinations in Europe.

Apr 2013

Some of Australia's top food and drink

When it comes to a tour of Australia, there are so many things and places to see, do and explore, from natural wonders such as the Great Barrier Reef and Uluru to vibrant and buzzing cities like Sydney and Melbourne.

Apr 2013

Australian businessman to build dinosaur park

The dream of one Australian businessman could soon become the next big tourist attraction to be found in Australia.

Apr 2013

Danube-Black Sea Canal to welcome first cruises

The Danube-Black Sea Canal is reportedly finally beginning to be used for tourism cruises 30 after its construction finished.

Apr 2013

Expatica highlights top visitor sites in Belgium

An international news company has highlighted Belgium as a great travel destination, naming 10 of the top places to visit.

Apr 2013

New York has year-round appeal says travel expert

Travel experts at The Telegraph are hoping to inspire people to visit New York in their latest travel article.

Apr 2013

Scenic Tours unveils 2014 river cruises

Scenic Tours are happy to announce that their 2014 river cruises in Europe and Russia have now been unveiled.

Apr 2013

Thousands of Jewish artefacts discovered in Cologne

An amazing discovery was recently made in Cologne which unveils some of the mystery surrounding the city's past.

Apr 2013

Clouds exhibition opens in Vienna's Leopold Museum

A new exhibit has been unveiled in Vienna's Leopold Museum which celebrates all forms of "Clouds".

Apr 2013

The Telegraph highlights Australian tourism drives

A number of tourism drives are beginning in Australia this year, and The Telegraph recently highlighted a number of the best of these.

Apr 2013

Travel Weekly praises Amsterdam's art scene

Amsterdam was praised for having, and improving upon, a top arts scene last week by top American travel news site Travel Weekly.

Mar 2013

American Travel Weekly recommends inland Croatia

An American travel newspaper has highlighted the great travel experiences that inland Croatia offers to river cruise fans.

Mar 2013

River cruise industry booming in 2013

The predicted boom in river cruising this year is reported to have become an actuality according to cruise specialists.

Mar 2013

Ellen DeGeneres returns from tour of Australia

Popular American chat show host Ellen DeGeneres recently paid a visit to Australia and has brought the country under the spotlight.

Mar 2013

The Mirror recommends Amsterdam river cruise

Another popular British newspaper has recommended a trip to Amsterdam this spring.

Mar 2013

Model to be restored for exhibit in Vienna museum

Plans for a new exhibit in Vienna's Museum of Ethnology have got many excited for its opening in 2016.

Mar 2013

Public space redevelopment planned for Cairns CBD

Cairns could soon become an even better place to visit for tourists as the city council are planning to redevelop the Central Business District.

Mar 2013

Bucharest praised by professional travel planner

Bucharest has been described by a professional travel planner as "the most interesting city in Europe".

Mar 2013

The Mirror recommends Europe river cruises

A travel writer from The Mirror has praised river cruises as a great way to see the lesser known parts of Europe.

Mar 2013

Rhône wines the favoured French wine in the UK

More figures have shown that wines from the Rhône region are the favoured type of French wine with UK wine drinkers.

Mar 2013

Lonely Planet writers recommend tour of Australia

Two Lonely Planet writers have recently recommended travelling around Australia for a holiday full of amazing experiences.

Mar 2013

The Telegraph's Jane Archer recommends Scenic Tours

Jane Archer, cruise expert for The Telegraph, recently recommended a Scenic Tours river cruise in her article on dining.

Mar 2013

Amsterdam expert recommends a visit this spring

Rodney Bolt, Amsterdam expert for The Telegraph, recently highlighted a number of great things to see and do in the city this spring.

Mar 2013

Las Vegas named 2nd most popular USA destination

A survey conducted by ASTA travel agents revealed that Las Vegas is one of the top two most popular destinations in America.

Mar 2013

A few of Amsterdam's must-see sights

The Dutch capital of Amsterdam is a city of great contrast, and those who have visited the popular destination will know how much there is to see and do there.