We love... Walking along the ancient city walls of UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik. Spending a week afloat, exploring Croatia's stunning coastline of crystal clear waters and uninhabited islands.

We love... Gazing across the spectacular Grand Canyon - an incredible panorama of colourful rock layers in red, copper and brown.

We love... Seeing the gentle giants at Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home.

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

We love... Breathing in the scent of tropical flowers at Funchal's Botanical Garden, set in the grounds of a quinta that once belonged to the Reid family.

We love... Staring in awe at the sheer scale of the temple complexes of Karnak and Luxor. Feeling the breeze on our face, as we sail the Nile aboard a felucca.

We love... Adventuring through five different national parks and listening to the nocturnal sounds of the forest on two after-dark nature hikes.

We love... Gazing across the spectacular Grand Canyon - an incredible panorama of colourful rock layers in red, copper and brown, with the silver Colorado River snaking its way along the base

We love... Visiting historic RCA Studio B where the legendary Elvis Presley, Jim Reeves, Dolly Parton, Roy Orbison, The Everly Brothers and hundreds of other famous singers made their recordings. It will give you goosebumps.

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. 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 as the sun rises. Looking out for endangered tigers amongst the vine-covered ruins of Rajasthan’s Ranthambore National Park. Riding the rails past jagged peaks and lush pine forests on the Kalka-Shimla Toy Train.

We love... Gaining a deeper understanding of the area’s WWII history. Uncovering the Germany of fairytales in Quedlinburg. Taking in the Harz Mountains National Park from a narrow-gauge steam train.

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... 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.