What to do in Cinque Terre

After an epic safari, city exploration or cultural encounter, there’s nothing better than enjoying some downtime on a picturesque beach. And what’s more, it’s easier than ever to book this winning combination. After a gorilla trek in Rwanda, you could make a beeline for a private island in the Seychelles, or enjoy Cambodia’s sensational beaches following an illuminating visit to Angkor Wat, or take your pick of coastlines after ziplining through the forests of Costa Rica. And hey, there’s nothing wrong with heading straight for the sand and sea either.

There’s an inescapable sense of peace that settles over you as you glide across serene waters, a gentle breeze blowing by and a drink in hand. Delightful… As for the setting, how about sailing down the Nile in an authentic felucca or drifting off the coast of Zanzibar in a traditional dhow? Maybe cruising across Lake Titicaca at sunset is more your cup of tea, or even idling through the Kerala Backwaters in a houseboat? All different, all equally as striking.

Seeing the world through the eyes of a child is truly magical. Everything just seems bigger, brighter, and altogether more exciting… And family holidays don’t have to mean stress, tears, or packing half the house. With a little Timbuktu magic, they become wild, wonderful, memory-making adventures that your kids will be talking about for years (and so will you). We’ve got top-notch family guides and activities ranging from archery in Kenya to surfing in Indonesia, private villas with swimming pools and enough space to tire out little legs, and chefs who can whip up pasta at the drop of a hat. So go on, bring them all!