With whale-watching being the fastest-growing tourist activity worldwide, you may be keen to catch a glimpse of some for yourself. Here are some of the best destinations to do so.

Our pick of the best activities guaranteed to nourish the soul.

How many of these natural wonders are on your travel list? 

From UFO towers to churches made of icing, these are our favourite bizarre but beautiful buildings from around the globe. 

There are many national parks in Europe that remain fairly unknown. Here you can discover 14 of the best. Why miss out on visiting somewhere spectacular? 

We speak to co-founder and Managing Director of tour operator Discover the World, a company that has been pioneering holidays to Iceland for almost 35 years and is now one of the UK’s leading specialists. 

In addition to being Iceland’s captial city, Reykjavík is an ideal base for those who want to explore more of what the country has to offer. 

With its combination of raw nature, ancient culture and overwhelming beauty, Iceland leaves an indelible imprint on those who visit.

A trip to Iceland is not complete until you immerse yourself in the unrivalled, powerful nature of the island. 

From Alaska to Finland, these are best places to marvel at the northern lights.