Estonia has shed its reputation as a venue for stag parties and become an European mini-break destination par excellence. Anthony Lydekker takes a trip to Tartu – the country’s second largest city

Estonia has shed its reputation as a venue for stag parties and become an European mini-break destination par excellence, writes Anthony Lydekker

Most people think of Mexico as a beach destination or one full of Mayan culture. But in the state of Nuevo Leon, adventure activities are attracting people from around the world.

Patricia Cleveland-Peck is seduced by Savannah – arguably the most enchanting city on America’s Atlantic coast

Patricia Cleveland-Peck is seduced by Savannah – arguably the most enchanting city on America’s Atlantic coast

You can get used to having some toiletries included in the price of a hotel room; sometimes the use of a pool or leisure centre. But how about the chance to see a small zoo which is in the same grounds as the hotel?

Easter is almost upon us! But if you haven’t yet decided where to go for the long weekend, panic not. Our friends at Mr & Mrs Smith have five fabulous suggestions

Most of us know Mexico as Cancun and maybe Acapulco. Mazatlan claims to be the embodiment of Mexico or the pearl of the pacific but whatever it calls itself, it is certainly a destination that Britons should consider if they go to Mexico.

The historic city of York is an ideal destination for a day trip, as Kaye discovers

Twenty five miles away from Cancun, the most popular destination for British and Irish tourists is Ethos, a rather strange sounding name for a farm. What’s stranger still is the way a resort chain – Sunset World – has developed what could be a significant Mexican tourist attraction

This is the title for a new promotion campaign that is being launched to encourage people to return to the Mexican beach resort that is forever linked to the high life and a Hollywood type appeal

Winding across a vast delta before ending 685 miles from its headwaters in the soaring highlands, the Sepik River was once the domain of anthropologists, naturalists, and adventure seekers. Today, an expedition up this mysterious river is for anyone wanting to explore one of the world’s last unspoiled reservoirs of nature, culture, and — most especially— tribal art, writes Patricia Schultz

Few places in the world fascinate anthropologists more than Papua New Guinea. Occupying the eastern half of the world’s second largest island, ‘PNG’ is known for its warm seas rich with marine life and sun, says Patricia Schultz

As a traveller what does the word ‘hostel’ mean to you? Some down-market, overnight, backpackers stop perhaps in a third world country? A down-at-heel building in a dubious part of town where you share facilities and sleep with twenty others? A place for youth rather than families? You’re wrong

It’s a been a year since the Arab Spring, but tourists have been slow to return to Tunisia, Egypt et al. For those of you who consider the Middle East off limits, it’s still possible to have a taste of the region. Here Greg and Lucy Malouf, share their recipe for Turkish Delight florentines, with CD-Traveller readers

Salem is famous for its witch trials of 1692 but there’s more to this Massachusetts town than witchcraft, writes Kaye Holland

Dr. Jill Nash makes for Malta and Gozo and finds them to be an excellent destination for a family holiday

With a sunny climate, a short flight from the UK, wonderful food and affordable accommodation, Malta & Gozo make excellent destinations for a family holiday, says Dr. Jill Nash

Dublin will be going green on St Patrick’s Day. Expect parades, parties and lots of fun , writes Megan Gates

Patricia Cleveland-Peck peers into California’s Hispanic past

Europe or America? For Megan, the overcrowded Alps can’t compete with the winter sports experience that can be had the other side of the Atlantic. Here she reveals her four favourite US ski resorts exclusively with CD-Traveller readers


Still planning on squeezing in a skiing trip this season? Forget the French Alps and seek out Saint Lary and Font-Romeu in The Pyrenees, instead. Adrian Shedden reveals why these new kids on the block might just be THE family alternative to the likes of Val D’Isere, Chamonix and St Anton (aka the established Alpine Old Guard)

This Sunday, March 11 sees the anniversary of the earthquake, tsunami and accident at the Fukushima nuclear power plant in Japan. Just one year ago at about breakfast time the news came through of the catastrophe. And a year on, Japan is using the opportunity to thank individuals and the 163 countries that helped out during the emergency.

At the New York Times Travel Show last weekend, Visit Britain, in the shape of Karen Clarkson, was asked what people should see in Britain this year. Apart from the Olympics and the Jubilee of course which, as she pointed out, last only a short period of time.

Aidan journeys to Sri Lanka and finds the island formerly known as Ceylon, to be a very special brew. Read the second part of his report here

Aidan journeys to Sri Lanka and finds the island formerly known as Ceylon, to be a very special brew. Read his report here

For those with smart phones and i-pads, comes the “Show me Wales” ap. Instead of a guide book you can use the ap to provide information about what’s nearby to visit, what events are on and where to eat and stay.

CD-Traveller tells you what’s hot and what’s not in the travel world. This month Croydon and coach tours of the M25 are proving (inexplicably) popular