On these laidback islands, you’ll meet people with an infectious lust for life, eager to share their carefree spirit with you. From the local experts who fire your imagination with inspiring stories, to talented musicians filling the air with the lilting calypso rhythm of steel drums, to market stall owners who love to haggle.

Here, you’ll find each breathtaking vista as heart-warming as the people you’ll meet there. From kayak experts who know the waterfalls, glaciers and cliffs like the back of their hands, to friendly restaurant owners eager to delight you with authentic delicacies and traditional fare, to local historians bringing tales of Viking conquest to life.

Experience moments as enriching as the people who share their fascinating region with you. Camel herders could lead you into the desert for a night safari and barbecue. Market vendors might tempt you with dazzling trinkets and bright fabrics. And seaplane pilots may carry you high above breathtaking cityscapes, studded with towering skyscrapers.

On the ultimate city escape, come face to face with the welcoming residents. From beer brewers and chocolatiers in Bruges (from Zeebrugge), to flower sellers, cheesemakers and gallery experts in Amsterdam (from Rotterdam or IJmuiden), to friendly street café owners in Cherbourg.

What better way to soak up the magical atmosphere in each port than through the eyes of the people who call them home? Winemakers in leafy vineyards; delicatessen owners offering tantalising local flavours; caricature artists in a village square, keen to capture your likeness.

Embark on an adventure to the jaw-dropping cities of South America and the relaxed islands of the Caribbean. As you go, you’ll rub shoulders with locals who’ll go out of their way to welcome and delight you... jazz musicians, rum punch pourers, market stall owners, catamaran captains, water sports experts and more.

For experiences that broaden your mind, fill your heart, and shape who you are, there’s no better way to travel than with us. Experience moments that inspire you, people who captivate you, and sights that take your breath away.