Heading off on your hols this month? Only a fortunate few get to fly first class, but take heart; even if you’re in economy (and lets face it, that’s most of us) you can still travel like an A lister. CD Traveller shows you the way to go…

One year on, Beijing is still buzzing from the Olympic Games; indeed it’s estimated that 85.4 million tourists visited the Chinese capital in the first half of this year alone – despite the downturn in the economic market and the outbreak of swine flu. CD Traveller spoke to Sarah Keenlyside – a former Time Out Beijing journalist and founder of Bespoke Beijing, a Beijing based travel service offering travellers up to date insider information about Beijing’s best sights and bites – to get the lowdown on what to see and do in one of the 21st century’s most exciting destinations

If you or your son or daughter has secured a place at university this year, congratulations for many missed out after a record A level year. Now comes the next challenge: finding accommodation as wherever you’re studying – be it London or Liverpool – you’ll need somewhere to live. Unfortunately finding affordable accommodation in the UK isn’t easy – especially as a student. CD Traveller considers your options…

The Islamic world is arguably one of the most rewarding travel destinations and despite what some travel guides will tell you, there’s no better way to truly gain an insight into Islam than by visiting an Islamic country during the holy month of Ramadan which Muslims mark by fasting from sunrise to sunset. Before you go, it’s a good idea to read up on Ramadan so as to avoid causing unnecessary offence. Your definitive guide starts here…

By now, the Tourism Authority of Thailand will be a couple of weeks into its reality show style competition to raise awareness of Thailand as a tourist destination.
They are seeking five couples who will then travel around five destinations, Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai and Koh Samui all expenses paid, one couple to each of [...]