Delfin III review: four days on the Peruvian Amazon
25 Sept 2026by Jennie Ready
Four days aboard Delfin III on the Peruvian Amazon gave me kayaking, swimming and piranha fishing, pink and grey river dolphins, a visit to the birthplace of the Amazon, a morning with a shaman, macaws overhead and — after several days of looking — a sloth in the wild. If you want the Amazon without...
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Scenic Crystal review: Gems of the Danube river cruise (2026)
24 Sept 2026by Meghan Ward
Scenic’s Gems of the Danube is an eight-day river cruise from Budapest to Regensburg aboard Scenic Crystal, and I’d recommend it without hesitation. It was my first river cruise, and I came home believing Scenic is the best in its category. The choice of included excursions in every port, the privat...
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Planning a Tahiti holiday: islands, timing and the details that matter
26 Aug 2026by Fine Travel
A hundred and eighteen islands, five archipelagos, and no shortage of photographs that don't do the water justice. Here's how a Tahiti holiday actually gets put together — which islands suit which travellers, when to go, and the details the headline price doesn't show. Tahiti sits closer than most N...
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Our Top Selling Business Class Flights to the UK and Europe
2 Jul 2026by Fine Travel
Last refreshed: 2 July 2026 • Rankings based on Fine Travel sales for the 12 months to 30 June 2026 Every day we’re asked which airline offers the best Business Class airfare to the UK and Europe. Rather than opinion, here’s what our own sales figures say — the airlines Fine Travel clients actually ...
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Cunard Grill Suites Explained | Queen & Princess Grill | Fine Travel
29 May 2026by Fine Travel
If you’ve decided you’d rather not sacrifice the experience to save a little, Cunard’s Grills are where the line quietly raises its game. Here’s what sets them apart — and the difference between Princess Grill and Queen Grill. Every Cunard Queen carries a secret in plain sight. Alongside the elegant...
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Christchurch Goes Long-Haul: Air New Zealand's New Direct Routes to Singapore, Tokyo & Perth
20 May 2026by Fine Travel
Premium Cabin News · Christchurch Three brand-new non-stop international services on the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner — complete with Air New Zealand’s all-new Business Premier Luxe, Business Premier and Premium Economy seats. Big news for travellers based in the South Island. Air New Zealand has confirm...
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AmaWaterways Holland & Belgium River Cruise Review 2026
4 May 2026by Rob Trimmer
As a seasoned ocean cruiser with voyages ranging from quick escapes to 28-day transpacific repositionings, I was eager to experience a river cruise for the first time since my Nile journey in 1999. AmaWaterways’ Holland and Belgium itinerary offered the perfect opportunity to discover how this more ...
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When is the Best Time to Visit Croatia? Tailoring Your Trip to Your Lifestyle
9 Mar 2026by Fine Travel
If you're planning to a holiday to Croatia, one of the first questions you might ask is: "When should we go to Croatia?". The answer can depend on your travel style, priorities, and what you value most in a holiday—whether it's cultural depth with fewer crowds, optimal coastal conditions, vibrant su...
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Expedition Cruises: No longer Just for Intrepid Travellers
2 Dec 2025by Fine Travel
Last updated 30 May 2026 The cruise lines offering expedition cruises have taken clear steps to be more inclusive. Voyages are educational experiences, on a spectrum from “soft expedition” through to “true expedition” — so there's an expedition style to suit almost every traveller. How intrepid are ...
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Air New Zealand's New Koru Programme: New Black and Platinum Tiers
19 Nov 2025Air New Zealand has just announced an evolution of its Airpoints scheme, rebranding it as Koru from April 2026. The update introduces refreshed tiers, enhanced recognition, and new ways to share benefits with friends and loved ones. Existing Airpoints members will see their earned Airpoints Dollars ...
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