So close to Europe, yet so different in every respect, Morocco must be one of the world's most atmospheric countries, a riot of life and colour that can't fail to delight and stimulate every sense. On this short family break, we concentrate on arguably its two greatest highlights - the bustle and excitement of the ancient Imperial City of Marrakech and the serene beauty of the mighty High Atlas mountains.

Come with us on active trip that spans two countries as we cycle, kayak and walk through the largely undiscovered Sierra de Aracena. Travelling by boat from this rural corner of Western Europe down to the Atlantic Coast we discover an archipelago of sandy islands just waiting to be explored and glittering blue seas to swim in.

Explore the varied shoreline and hinterland of the legendary Aegean coast. We'll take a boat ride beneath Lycian tombs, soak in thermal pools and explore stunning ancient cities, all against a backdrop of wonderful mountain scenery lapped by turquoise waters. Add in a healthy dose of relaxation and great food (including making a traditional Turkish dish yourself!) You'll be hard pushed to find a better way of spending a week in the eastern Mediterranean.

A wonderful opportunity to relax with some gentle walks and other activities in the clean mountain air of France's Savoie Alps. Centre-based for all but one night we'll climb the slopes to spot marmots, spend a night 'camping' in a mountain refuge, visit a traditional French cheese-maker and get harnessed up to explore a wobbly ropes course like real mountain-climbers!

The best of Brazil including the world renowned Rio de Janeiro, the mighty Iguaçu Falls, the incredible Amazon and the beautiful beaches at Praia do Forte.

This trip combines the distinctive highland culture of the Valley of the Volcanoes where we explore the area around the dramatic peaks of Cotopaxi and Chimborozo. We also include a short rainforest experience in Ecuador's subtropical lowlands - but the highlight must be to see the amazing endemic wildlife of the Galapagos, staying in a hotel and making forays out to the surrounding islands.

A great discovery trip exploring the arid highlands around Arequipa, Lake Titicaca with its famous 'floating islands', the Inca city of Cusco, and Peru's greatest site of all - Machu Picchu, the 'Lost City of the Incas'.

A great discovery trip exploring the arid highlands around Arequipa, Lake Titicaca with its famous 'floating islands', the Inca city of Cusco, and Peru's greatest site of all - Machu Picchu, the 'Lost City of the Incas'.

The Seychelles are rightly regarded as one of the world's premier tropical destinations and yet they offer much more than just sun, sea and sand. Primeval forests and idyllic islets are widely protected as National Parks that provide a haven for tropical flora, birds, marine life and giant tortoises. Join us on this exploration of the Inner Islands of the archipelago with a varied selection of activities as well as plenty of opportunities to be as lazy as you wish!

A thrilling 5-day break in the frozen forests and lakes of Swedish Lapland, with a chance to enjoy a host of winter activities. Try your hand at dog and reindeer sledding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and ice fishing and stay overnight in the famous Icehotel. And, weather permitting, there's a very good chance of enjoying one of nature's greatest spectacles: the 'Northern Lights'.