Things to do

You can’t not love Italy. Pizza, pasta, Aperol, ancient cities, iconic lakes, the dramatic Dolomites… If you can’t get enough of this beautiful boot-shaped destination, but fancy something a bit different this time, say to ciao Sardinia.   It’s Italy but with a twist. Add a bit of Spai

Nothing says ‘la dolce vita’ like sipping on vino in the sun on a Sicilian wine estate. And as the second-largest wine region in Italy, Sicily knows a thing or two about it. The island’s volcanic soil and solid sunshine record are the perfect recipe for a good grape, and the base of Mount Etna

Size matters – at least for Italy’s largest body of water, it does. Lake Garda’s long shoreline is the whole package, with something to see and do on all sides. From major Roman-era throwbacks and dreamy swim spots to big mountain energy and rollercoasters, Garda’s got all the ingredients yo

Marrakech is top of most people’s lists for Morocco. The city overloads the senses with sweet-smelling food, the sounds of market traders and street music, and sightings of some of the most impressive architecture in this part of the world. On top of all that, there are plenty of top daytrip desti

Name a more iconic party holiday destination, we’ll wait. Ibiza’s clubbing scene needs no introduction, but this buzzy Balearic Island’s got a lot going for it beyond the booming basslines and bright lights, too. The north side’s home to secluded coves and cute coastal villages, and Ibiza To

Press pause on the fly-and-flop holiday for a sec – if you’re entering your experiences era, here’s how to see more of your destination while you’re away.   If you didn’t know about First Choice Experiences before, you do now! We have a whole selection of the best trips, tours and ticket

Congrats on finally getting everyone to book that group trip – if you’re not quite there yet, stay strong! Now for the main event… what to do when you’re there. If you find it tricky to get people up and out each day, sometimes you just need a plan. Pre-booked experiences and activities are

If you’re all about taking in the views, surely you can’t beat the 360˚ones from the sky? Walking and hiking are so last year… Zip-lining is the alternative way to sightsee. From the Costa Rican jungle to the UAE’s mountains, loads of famous places and attractions are now letting you spread

Stunning waterfalls and gorges, historical landmarks, archaeological sites and Medieval old towns – UNESCO World Heritage sites are places to visit that have cultural, physical and natural significance, and they’re protected by law, so they’re pretty special. They’re basically the VIPs of th

Shopping in Paris? Of course you are. The capital of France is a retail therapist’s dream, with more designer boutiques than you can shake a (French) stick at. Whether you’re arriving in the city of style ready to splurge or save, it’s worth knowing your spenny shops from your bargain basement