January

From natural wonders to active adventures, through to unforgettable journeys, get the year started right. Costa Rica is an exquisite pocket of natural beauty and coastal rainforest. Tromso is probably the best place to see the Northen Lights.

Then there’s Kilimanjaro, a majestic adventure that can be enjoyed at any age, or Jackson Hole, a big thrill territory for skilful skiers

For unforgettable journeys try a Patagonia Cruise, a voyage of discovery at the “end of the world” or The Ghan Railway, from the top of the country to the bottom by rail.

February

This is a great month to take in festivals and culture. Visit Havana, a city that throbs day and night with rhythm and music or Angkor, an ancient capital cloaked in the jungle and home to a vast temple

For unforgettable journeys try the Blue Train, a moving 5-star hotel through Angkor beautiful country or hike, bike, or train through the Copper Canyon.

Antarctic Peninsular is a setting of incomparable beauty and savage wilderness. Then there’s the Sea of Cortez. Swim with sealions and manta rays from your beachside hut

March

For family getaways, how about Chicago on St Patricks day? Enjoy the parades and the Guiness. Or Valencia for Paella, hot chocolate, doughnuts and fireworks galore.

For active adventures try Bermuda where golf is an important part of daily life on this island, or Whistler where you can Heli-ski from the highest peaks through the perfect deep powder.

Unforgettable Journeys: Route 66. “Go West” maybe a cliché but some cliches are worth doing! Or hit the Himalayas, an amazing journey hiking and rafting down mountains.

April

For festivals and culture try Kyoto, a holiday of traditions, nature, and cutting-edge modernity. Or Istanbul. One of the fabulous termini of the ancient silk road.

Natural Wonders include Iguacu Falls. See the power of the largest waterfalls on the planet or Galapagos, a group of volcanic islands with unique flora and fauna. Family getaway options include Levi, see what Santa Claus gets up to after Christmas. Or, Cairo for pyramids and mummies to fascinate all ages.

May

For unforgettable Journeys try the Silk Road – Chinese section – Following the legendary trading route between east and west. Walk, cycle or even ride a horse along the Camino De Santiago way through northern Spain following in the footsteps of the Medieval Pilgrims.

Natural Wonders include Victoria Falls – Visit one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world in Zambia & Zimbabwe

For Family Adventures, there's Crete where springtime is the perfect time to visit this beautiful island. Or Lanzarote – Canary Islands, with lots to offer families especially out of peak season

August

For Active Adventure there's Queenstown, New Zealand, the ultimate action and adventure destination.

Family Getaways include, Sentosa Island, Singapore for rides, beaches, shops and gardens on a pleasure island. Slovenia offers great value camping holidays in undiscovered terrain.

For Natural Wonders visit Alaska – An inhospitable terrain rich in flora and fauna with amazing scenery. Or Peru for Manu Rainforest. Few parks can match Manu’s incredible variety of wildlife.

December

For Festivals and Culture visit Austria, Vienna where you can visit the Christmas markets, with mulled wine and gingerbread. Or there's Rio de Janiero, Brazil. Join the millions dressed in white to celebrate New Year on the beach

Those searching for Unforgettable Journeys should try Switzerland's Glacier Express. Take the famous train from Zermatt to St Moritz and see the Alps in comfort. Or Laos – Sail down the Mekong, visiting carved wooden temples surrounded by colonial architecture and jungle-clad mountains.

For Family Getaways, try Lapland, a must for little ones including a trip to Santas homeland for some fun in the snow. Or Santa Fe, USA. After skiing, enjoy carol singing by the light of a thousand lanterns.