For Fine Travel clients looking for an organised and escorted tour of France, offering the comradery and comfort of group travel on a luxury coach, enjoying 4 - 5 star accommodation, this Insight Vacations Country Roads of France Tour will appeal.

Topics: UK and Europe, Insight Vacations, Group Tours

For Fine Travel clients travelling to Italy, and wanting an authentic experience independent from a group tour, this 6 day cuisine focussed itinerary includes farm house accommodation on an estate with organic products, olive groves and vineyards, cooking classes and private local guided tours. 

Topics: UK and Europe, Bespoke Itineraries

For travellers from New Zealand looking for discounted airfares to the UK / Europe, including discounted Business Class airfares, the start of the Earlybird season is the ideal time to save more by booking your airfares in combination with a European River Cruise.

Topics: UK and Europe, Cruise Holiday Tips, Business Class Tips, River Cruises

If you're looking to make a UK / Europe itinerary even more special, experiencing the famous Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is high on the list.  From overnight journeys to the longer Istanbul itineraries there is a scope to include this exceptional rail journey. 

Topics: UK and Europe, Rail Journeys, Luxury Travel

As we start 2020, travellers inevitably start thinking about 2020 travel plans.  Whether there is a wedding to attend, a bucket list cruise, or an annual escape from the New Zealand winter, getting the timing right for booking Business Class or Premium Economy airfares so as to not overpay is important.

Topics: UK and Europe, Business Class Tips, Business Class

When comparing Business Class Flights from New Zealand to the UK and Europe there is quite a range in pricing.  Emirates recently provided us with an estimate of the value of its free chauffeur service for Business and First Class passengers to the UK and Europe, and the total is actually surprising.

Topics: UK and Europe, Business Class Tips, Business Class

If you're planning a European holiday, a Mediterranean cruise itinerary answers some common questions: "Where should I go? How do I get from one city to the next? Where should I stay?"  One of the only remaining questions then is quality - the standard of accommodation, cuisine and service you expect. In this blog we explore the luxury cruise lines of the Mediterranean and give you some insight into why a cruise holiday may be right for you.

Topics: UK and Europe, Cruise Holiday Tips, Experiences

The UK and Europe are a traveller’s paradise. Each country in the region offers incredible history, vibrant culture, delicious food, and jaw-dropping scenery. The only challenge is choosing how to explore it all.

Topics: UK and Europe, Cruise Holiday Tips, Rail Journeys, Bespoke Itineraries, Group Tours

From the great capital of Edinburgh to the Orkney Islands and Skye, you’ll travel through 8,000 years of history and become immersed in Scotland’s rich cultural heritage.  

Topics: UK and Europe, Insight Vacations

Experience the essence of Europe as you travel through bustling Rome and Paris, stopping off in Renaissance Florence, the colourful oceanside villages of the Cinque Terre and the glittering snow-capped peaks of Switzerland. Explore local life as you enjoy small-group dining in Lucerne and cross paths with locals who are passionate about sharing Europe’s rich heritage, culture and traditions with you.

Topics: UK and Europe, Insight Vacations