Emily Brown

Beijing, the capital of China, boasts a vast array of sights and attractions for the visitor to enjoy. From the famed and iconic Forbidden City to the numerous palaces, temples and parks, there is no end of things to do in Beijing, a city with both a historic past as well as a vibrant present. Here, we’ve selected the top five attractions in Beijing to explore on any China tour, from the obvious to something a little different.

With year-round sun, a warm Mediterranean climate and a relaxed pace of life, a trip to Italy offers some of the simplest and the finest things in life. To mention one from its varied list, wine tops the chart. Wine and Italy go hand in hand. With much of the Italian countryside given over to vineyards, and several varieties of grapes grown here, Italy provides several choices when it comes to the best wine sampling.

While in Italy and looking at your options for some of the best places to visit in Italy, you’ll never be far from a vineyard or a cellar. Below we’ve chosen 5 of the top cities in Italy big on wine tasting.

A wine trip to Italy isn't complete without exploring Tuscany. Tuscany is home to some of the world’s most renowned vineyards and cellars, which is why it should come as no surprise that this central Italian region is one of the most popular wine destinations in Europe. And to help you make the first steps towards exploring Italy’s beloved wine country, here is a round-up of the best wineries in Tuscany.

While traveling in a foreign land, relying on the local public transport systems is usually the easiest and cheapest way to get around. While it’s true that Iceland does have a public transport system called Strætó, it won’t get you much further than Reykjavik and the Golden Circle in a reliable fashion. Therefore, most visitors opt for car hire in Iceland instead.

Renting a car in Iceland will give you the freedom you need to explore all that Iceland has to offer at your own pace. You could even travel the entire 1,332 km of the Route 1 ring road, the major artery of Iceland that connects most of the inhabited parts of the island. The twists and turns of Icelandic roads can often drive people mad, literally! But having the time to sightsee from the comfort of your own car is one of the best ways to take in the awe-inspiring Icelandic scenery. However, before you set out on your adventure, it’s important to know what to expect when it comes to driving in Iceland.

Embark on a journey through Scotland and allow the whispers of history to guide your footsteps. Take a walk along the cobbled streets of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, tour the stoic Edinburgh Castle that looms over the city and go on a whiskey tasting tour. Take a trip to Glasgow, where the vibrant murals splashed across the architecture serve as a canvas for Scotland's cultural soul. Glide north into the highlands towards Inverness, where mythical lochs mirror the sky, and nature's theater plays out in panoramic vistas. Dive into an odyssey filled with discovery and exploration of historical sites, natural wonders and culture on a trip to Scotland.

Here is our list of top 10 things to do in Scotland.