Cyprus is a destination with much to offer with its beautiful beaches and scenery and fascinating history. This vibrant island on the crossroads of the Eastern

Cairo, the largest city in Africa, is full of coffee shops, bazaars, restaurants and nightlife, not to mention the world-renowned Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza. Further south, Luxor, is often described as the ‘best open-air museum in the world’ with its monumental temples and tombs.

Steeped in legends and myths each of the beautiful Greek islands is unique with its own character. Secluded coves, ancient ruins, majestic mountains, verdant

The island of Malta is small, beautiful and sun-drenched with a British flavour to it. Red pillar boxes and phone booths are interspersed with the warm Mediterranean

A French Protectorate from 1912 to independence in 1956, the French influence can still be seen in the newer buildings, the tree-lined boulevards and in the cuisine too. The Kingdom of Morocco is at the

Spectacular landscapes, exotic fauna and flora and soft golden beaches are some of the delights on offer. And, together with some

The beautiful Canary Islands, closer to the coast of Africa than Spain, bask in glorious sunshine virtually throughout the year and are blessed with sandy beaches fringing

This small North African country, with a flamboyant French flair and a cosmopolitan outlook, is colourful, has a fascinating culture and offers beautiful white sandy beaches. One

Turkey, where east meets west, is a magical infusion of cultures and civilisations where deluxe gulets (traditional Turkish wood boats) peacefully float from bay to bay and the silvery tiles of domed mosques glitter in the endless sun. Discover ancient monuments, unspoilt beaches along the rugged coastline of the turquoise Mediterranean and bustling quayside restaurants and enjoy the legendary Turkish hospitality.

St Lucia is a photographer's paradise with lush, green mountains, tropical forests and the majestic Pitons, which rise sharply out of the sea.

The charming island of Antigua is a treasure-trove of picturesque coves and bays and is said to have a beach for every day of the year.

Bahamas, comprising over 700 islands, provides casinos, yachts, fine dining, markets and glorious white sand beaches with

Known as 'Little England', Barbados offers the fashionable west coast and the lively south coast with its restaurants, bars and discos at St Lawrence Gap.

The largest island in the Caribbean, Cuba offers colonial facades, grand plazas and the pristine beaches of

A firm favorite with British holidaymakers, the island's appeal lies in its glorious white sand beaches, lovely rivers and waterfalls, exotic wildlife and lush mountain ranges.

Famous for its spices, beautiful beaches and tropical mountain forests, Grenada is all a Caribbean island should be. Considered by many to be 'the' island in the Caribbean.

One of the largest islands, Jamaica has been regarded as one of the most alluring and beautiful of them

The islands of St Kitts and Nevis are two of the Caribbean's oldest colonised territories. St Kitts became the first British colony in the West Indies in 1624 and then became the first French colony in the Caribbean in 1625, when both nations decided to partition the island.

St Lucia is a photographer's paradise with lush, green mountains, tropical forests and the majestic Pitons, which rise sharply out of the sea.

The unspoilt island of Tobago, with its exotic flowers and birds,

Some 300 miles southwest of Sri Lanka, lies an archipelago of around 2,000 wonderful, tiny islands - the Maldives. These, mostly uninhabited, coral islands sparkle like scattered diamonds across the glittering waters of the Indian Ocean

A beautiful tropical paradise, 1,200 miles off the east coast of Africa and the Seychelles, Mauritius is an island that fulfils every visitor's dream of glorious white sand beaches and swaying coconut palms. Mauritius is a land of surprising

1,000 miles from anywhere, these gleaming pearls of paradise are scattered in the western part of the Indian Ocean. All the 100 or so granitic and coral islands that make up the glorious Seychelles offer their own individual piece of magic

Often referred to as 'The Original Paradise' Sri Lanka is a diverse land with an amazing blend of golden beaches, historic temples and sites, rivers, lakes, waterfalls and wildlife. Spectacular steep winding roads lead to dreamlike misty hill stations providing glorious views of lush tea

The Sultanate of Oman is a hidden treasure rich in heritage, tradition and culture. With a history dating back to 3,000 BC, Oman's unspoilt land could tell a thousand tales.

The extraordinary and pulsating city is an intriguing blend of east and west where glittering modern skyscrapers stand side-by-side with traditional Middle Eastern architecture.

A breathtaking display of skyscrapers and glittering neon signs, Hong Kong is one of the most vibrant cities of the world.

The Republic of Indonesia is the world's largest archipelago and is the fifth most populous country, with 17,700 islands streching 5,120 kms (3,200 miles) between Australia and the Asian mainland.

Malaysia is an extraordinary blend of east and west. Penang is a miniature of Malaysia with fascinating architecture in colonial Georgetown, lively night markets and beautiful beaches.

A dynamic metropolis, known as the 'Crossroads of Asia', Singapore is an intriguing city of a mixed and colourful cultures and superb shopping.

Hustling and bustling Bangkok, a city full of night stalls and excitement, is a lively mix of ancient and modern.

Florida is an incredibly diverse state and offers a tremendous vacation for all. Not only home to, of course, WALT DISNEY WORLD Resort and Universal Studios, but also there are beautiful beaches, historical cities and lively coastal towns. Orlando is the most famous holiday destination in the world and is home to some of the world's bestknown and most-loved theme parks, including WALT DISNEY WORLD Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Universal Orlando Resort. It's also a shopper's delight with state-of-the-art malls selling designer brands at affordable prices and it is also fast becoming a golfer's paradise. There are fantastic sport venues, music, world-class golf courses, state-of-the-art spas and amazing museums and art galleries. International Drive, other than the theme parks, is where the rest of the action is centred.

Kenya is synonymous with the word 'safari', a Kiswahili word meaning, journey. A beautiful land of contrasts from the stunning beaches of Mombasa and Malindi, to snow-capped Mt Kenya, to arid

Perhaps, the finest wildlife country in the world with some of the most spectacular scenery on offer, Tanzania is the Africa you have always dreamed about