From Buenos Aires, board the Seabourn Quest luxury liner, one of the most beautiful small cruise ships afloat, for an adventure of a lifetime. Sail to Uruguay’s capital Montevideo, and then head south, leaving behind the summer heat of Argentina, towards the majestic, glittering icy landscapes of the Antarctica. With the Austral summer weather comes the freedom to explore the pristine landscapes that are normally inaccessible. Sailing a smaller cruise vessel means you can make landings on the ice from small zodiacs, giving you remarkable access to one of the most extraordinary regions of the world. Get up close with

Inspirational Festive Journeys Travel with us for a magical Christmas and New Year and discover an unforgettable holiday season Buenos Aires…Christmas in the city In the southern hemisphere it is now the height of summer, so whilst snow falls and glistens in the European Alps, here the warm sun is shining. Buenos Aires, the sexy, vibrant city of Tango is also an exciting destination for Christmas and New Year. This pulsating metropolis truly embraces the festive spirit with wonderful parties on Christmas Eve, that reach a dramatic climax at midnight with firework displays across the city. Choose a suite in

Experience Lisbon, the historic gateway to the Americas, from the comfort of a stylish city hotel Often on a city break, one can become so absorbed with taking in all the sights that a visit can become a maelstrom of activity. An overzealous commitment to see everything in a limited amount of time can convert a potentially relaxing long weekend into a tiring blur. Yet Lisbon somehow obliges visitors to slow-down, to take a breath and just live the moment. Said to be Western Europe’s oldest city, this ancient capital exudes a calm and tranquillity that’s unlike almost any other

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STAY: Hotel Praktik Bakery Wake up to the smell of freshly baked bread at this simple and chic hotel. Found in the swish Eixample district of Barcelona, this budget-priced boutique property has a working Baluard bakery in the lobby. The minimalist rooms, designed by Lazaro Rosa-Violán, are all white and have comfy king-sized beds and ensuite bathrooms with spacious showers (with striking blue, bespoke octagonal tiles). Other design details include signage on bread panels and humorous Spanish quotes about bread. Delicious location too, close to Gaudí’s La Pedrera (Casa Milà). www.hotelpraktikbakery.com Hotel Mandarin Oriental Barcelona It just doesn’t get any