Top Five
Top 5 places to experience supernatural forces
Atlantis and the Kingdom of Asgard may be lost forever, but here are five places that you can still experience legends and supernatural forces
Top 5: Ultimate Caribbean beach escapes
Caribbean islands provide beach lovers with everything from lazy days to party nights, so find your unforgettable beach escape here
Top 5: Animal volunteer programmes
If you have gone on a holiday to somewhere that inspired you to give back, then one of these animal volunteer programmes may stir you to take action
Top 5: Indoor ski centres
Indoor ski centres provide a safe and snow-sure environment for you to hone your skills before venturing out to a ski resort
Top 5: China’s bizarre copycat cities
China’s “knock-off” cities, built to resemble famous European and American cities like Venice and New York, have become tourist attractions in their own right
Top 5: Destinations fit for spies
Live out your secret agent dreams while you perfect your plotting with these spy-inspired destinations
Top 5: Cool movie locations
Movie lovers can use the locations of these popular Hollywood blockbusters as inspiration for their next getaway
Top 5: Chocoholic experiences
You can take your chocolate addiction worldwide with these chocoholic experiences, allowing you to live out your most appetising dessert-filled dreams
Top 5: Former Olympic sites to visit
The Olympic Games have become more than just a sporting event – it’s a feast of architectural design, where countries compete for the ultimate Olympic site
Top 5 luxury accommodation in Eswatini (Swaziland)
Beehive huts, botanical gardens and sleeping in the bush, safari-goers can stay at stylish lodges and camps with modern comfort in Eswatini
Top 5 places to enjoy celestial spectacles
Whether you want to stargaze in Scotland or enjoy a meteor shower in Jordan, we cast our eyes skywards for a guide to the planet’s best celestial wonders
Top 5: Christmas gifts for travel lovers
If you’re looking for unique Christmas gifts for globetrotters and travel lovers, here are a few suggestions
Top 5 winter holiday ideas
The northern hemisphere is full of cities that come alive during the winter season. Here are five of the best winter holiday ideas
Top 5 ski resorts for beginners
The slopes can be intimidating if you’re new, but not all ski resorts force you to plummet down at high speed. Here are 5 resorts that are perfect for beginners
Top 5 family ski holiday destinations
Looking to get the whole family on the slopes? From Austria to Andorra, here are some of the best family-friendly ski resorts that we could find.
Top 5 places to see autumn foliage in Asia
Along with Europe and North America, some parts of Asia get amazing autumn colours; here are the best places to see deep yellows, burnt oranges and fiery reds
Top 5 places to see autumn foliage in North America
Canada and the United States are prime leaf-viewing territories and these top five destinations will have you gasping and reaching for your camera
Top 5 places to see autumn foliage in Europe
Every autumn, the glorious display of colour that spreads across the forests in the Northern Hemisphere is one of the most magical natural phenomena known to man
Top 5: National parks for intrepid travellers
National parks protect the nation's landscapes and also give travellers a holiday with an added adrenaline burst, here are five that you won’t want to miss
Top 5 craziest beer festivals in the world
A beer festival is a guaranteed good time, but these five make is a little more interesting
Top 5 places to enjoy the sun this summer
From island-hopping in Croatia, to the mighty temples of Luxor, here are the top 5 destinations guaranteed to provide a much-needed dose of sun
Top 5: Out-of-the-box summer festivals
Summer is a great time of year to indulge your wild side, so take full advantage of the season at these top five mad-as-a-hatter summer festivals
Top 5 Islands on Australia’s East Coast
For backpackers touring Australia's East Coast, tear up the usual itinerary, get adventurous and explore these top five East Coast islands
Top 5 millennial holiday hotspots in 2018
Millennials are adventurers with a big appetite for the lesser-visited corners of the world, so let’s light up Instagram with these exciting holiday hotspots in 2018
Top 5 African safari destinations
For first-timers looking for a safari adventure, we’ve handpicked the best five safari holiday destinations for you here
5 Mexican towns that are off the beaten track
From the firefly forest of Tlaxcala to surrealist sculptures in Xcalak, there is far more to Mexico than the beaches of the Mayan Riviera
Top 5 winter hikes in the USA
Hiking is the perfect sport to shake off cabin fever, get a good dose of vitamin D and see some gorgeous scenery while you’re at it
The 5 Spookiest Hotels in the World
Stay at one of these hotels and you’ll be sure of a night you’ll never forget - each is legendary for its nocturnal visitors, who range from friendly and helpful to downright terrifying
Top 5: Game of Thrones filming locations
While waiting for the highly anticipated final season of Game of Thrones, discover the iconic global locations where the record-breaking fantasy series was filmed
Top 5: Culture shock holidays
For a holiday with a difference, discover the thrill of centuries-old cultures and traditional ways of life in some of the world’s most undiscovered locations
Top 5: Yoga and surf holidays around the world
Whether you’re a group of friends on a surf adventure or a yoga practitioner on a personal journey, these five retreats are as close to paradise as you can get
Top 5: Adventurous destinations of the next decade
Some you may have heard of, some you may not, but these destinations are set to take off over the next few years – get there now before the crowds descend.
Top 5: Ancient Buddhist temples to visit
Buddhism has been one of the most popular religions in Asia for over 2,500 years and here are the five most beautiful and fascinating ancient Buddhist temples to visit
Top Five: African music festivals
From Morocco's north east coastline to Cape Town on the south westerly tip, Darren Loucaides spreads his gaze across Africa to find the five objectively best music festivals on the continent.
Top 5 ethical trips to indigenous communities
From canoeing through remote Ecuadorian rainforest with the Huaorani to exploring Swedish Lapland with the Sámi, we round up the most ethical ways to visit an indigenous community.
Top 5: Places to visit with a Harry Potter theme
The final Harry Potter film Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part II marked the end of an era for a generation of film buffs, but the magic of Hogwarts and its famous bespectacled graduate live on at a number of locations. We’ve chosen five must-see haunts for Potter fans.
Top 5: Wellness retreats
Whether you're looking to trim your waistline or cleanse your body and mind, we've got the top five wellness retreats from around the world to make you feel refreshed.
Top 5: Iconic cruise routes
Some of the planet's most glorious destinations unfurl best when viewed from a cruise ship. We take a look at the top 5 iconic cruise routes. From vibrant cities to exotic beaches, there's something for everyone.
Top 5: Voluntary wildlife experiences
From counting newly hatched turtle eggs to taking big cats for a walk in the jungle, here’s our list of the top five voluntary wildlife experiences.
Top 5: Food Markets
Whether you're a foodie or just looking to try new things, food markets are a great way to immerse yourself in the local culture and cuisine. From purveyors of mouth-watering tarts to silken homemade pasta, we round up the top five food markets from around the world.
Top 5: Ultra-cool airport lounges
Airport lounges offer much more than merely a chance to escape the crowds and indulge in free food and drink. These days, cinemas, spas, Jaccuzis and swimming pools ensure you can start your holiday in enviable style. Choose your pick from our top 5 guide to ultra-cool airport lounges.
Top 5: Football weekends
Europe's premier club football competition, the UEFA Champions League, kicks off in earnest next week, so secure a ticket to watch some of the world's best players in action and throw in a cultural city break to boot with our top five football weekends on the continent.
Top 5: Must-have cameras
Overwhelmed by the sheer number and different types of specialist digital cameras that are now on the market? Don’t know your DSLR from your SLT? We separate the wheat from the chaff and pick our top 5 digital cameras that any self-respecting snapper on holiday should own.
Top 5: Stylish suitcases
Nothing can be more embarrassing on holiday than plucking a scruffy-looking suitcase off the airport carousel. Bag one of these stylish cabin suitcases however and you’ll be the envy of your fellow passengers.
Top 5: Luxury travel watches
Whether you’re dining in a 5-star hotel, scaling a mountain or whizzing through a few time zones, you need a decent travel watch. Our top 5 luxury time pieces may burn a serious hole in your wallet, but who cares? Beauty doesn’t come cheap.
Top 5: Global beauty hotspots
From French pharmacies to top notch Japanese oils, wherever you're heading, a brilliant beauty buy ensures you look gorgeous on your travels. Ruth Styles rounds up the best global beauty hotspots.
Top 5: Luxury rail journeys
Imagine sweeping along some of the world's most stunning landscapes as you dine on sumptuous gourmet feasts or relax in your own private deluxe suite. Luxury train journeys offer the chance to sample 5-star service and surroundings on wheels. Across five continents, we offer you our hand-picked guide to the planet's top 5 luxury rail trips.
Top 5: Fashionable looks for spring holidays
Packing - it's the least fun part of travelling. Deciding what to take - and more importantly, what to leave behind - is the bane of even the most enthusiastic holidaymaker. But with our Top 5 guide on what to wear on your spring break, we've made it that bit easier. Whether you're going to trendy Paris, grooving to the laid-back jazz vibes of New Orleans, hitting the beach in Cape Town, touring the souks of Muscat or heading to cosmopolitan Istanbul, you'll find all the fashion inspiration you need.
Top 5: Extreme sports locations
It's not only the England rugby team who like to try out extreme sports. If you'd like to follow in their footsteps in pursuit of a dramatic bungee jump, and you'd rather show off your holiday scars than holiday snaps, then our top five extreme sports locations will get your adrenaline flowing.
Top 5: Easter days out
Easter days out: Tatton Park See everything Tatton Park has to offer by partaking in its Alice in Wonderland Easter Festival. The festival has participants follow different characters through the mansion, gardens, farm and stable yard that make up the park, which is located just 20 minutes from Manchester. Stick around in the stable yard after the festival and enjoy locally produced food and drink at The Stable restaurant. There are also a number of retail outlets to peruse.
Top 5: Spooky places
From cursed cities in India to ghost sightings in Ireland, a visit to any of these creepy cities will make your hair stand on end as Halloween approaches.
Top 5: St Patrick’s Day celebrations
Put on your green gear and grab a Guinness - we've rounded up some of the world's best St. Patrick's Day celebrations that will leave you feeling as lucky as the Irish.
Top 5: Mothers Day gifts
As 14 March approaches, we round up some of the best Mother’s Day treats at home and abroad from twilight cruises to spa breaks.
Top 5: Spring destinations
Enjoy the first blooms of the year with our top destinations for a stunning spring time break; from the carpet of tulips in Holland's Keukenhof Park to the spectacular wild flowers of Sark.
Top 5: Carnivals this February
It's time to party in February, with our top five carnivals in Europe, from classic Venice to extravagant Binche in Belgium.