Cruises
Want to visit China without any hassles? Do it on a ship
Phone connections, language barriers and getting around: many don’t realise there’s a much easier way to visit the world’s most dynamic nation.
- Brian Johnston
Port guide: Venice, Italy
This floating city is packed with churches, palaces and art. Although overcrowded and maddening, it’s impossible not to fall under Venice’s spell.
- Brian Johnston
Port guide: Regensburg, Germany
Don’t miss one of Europe’s most attractive old towns, which has a lively, lived-in atmosphere thanks to its university and manufacturing credentials.
- Brian Johnston
Port guide: Keelung, Taiwan
Taipei’s outlet to the sea might be down-at-heel, but it has several charms and a great local vibe – and Taiwan’s throbbing capital is just a short ride away.
- Brian Johnston
Port guide: Greenwich (London), UK
Don’t imagine all the best things to see and do in London are in the downtown core. This district has great sights, open spaces and far fewer crowds.
- Brian Johnston
Port guide: Ushuaia, Argentina
Marketed as the city at the end of the world, Ushuaia has a frontier spirit that gets you in the mood for rugged adventure.
- Brian Johnston
Port guide: George Town (Penang), Malaysia
Diverse ethnic groups have created an eclectic variety of architecture, religions, cultural observances and cuisines in the quirky capital of Penang
- Brian Johnston
Port Guide: Cadiz, Spain
The fortified, peninsular town of Cadiz, ancient but still energetic, is one of the highlights of Andalusia. Don’t miss this local, under-the-radar charmer.
- Brian Johnston
Port guide: Anchorage, Alaska
The wild, remote location of Anchorage is exhilarating, but so too is the discovery of a sophisticated city with great dining and museums and friendly people.
- Brian Johnston
Port guide: Mumbai, India
Mumbai is a freewheeling, trendsetting, fashionable, glamorous city that typifies the buzz and challenges of fast-changing, contemporary India.
- Brian Johnston
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