We love... Breathing in the scent of tropical flowers at Funchal's Botanical Garden, set in the grounds of a quinta (estate) that once belonged to the Reid family.

We love... Staring in awe at the sheer scale of the temple complexes of Karnak and Luxor. Feeling the breeze on our face, as we sail the Nile aboard a felucca.

We love... Walking along the ancient city walls of UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik. Spending a week afloat, exploring Croatia's stunning coastline of crystal clear waters and uninhabited islands.

We love... Staying in the heart of Athens and tucking into souvlaki at a traditional taverna Setting eyes on an Ancient Wonder of the World at Ephesus

We love... Living the pure life (pura vida), staying in two laid-back rainforest lodges, exploring the local wildlife at our own pace. Crossing jungle rivers and rainforest trails in search of armadillo, howler monkey, tree frogs and hummingbirds.

We love... Feeling the full force of nature as rainbows form in the gathering mists above Victoria Falls. Drinking sundowners as bathing buffalo and skittish antelope visit the waterhole of your luxury safari lodge. Flying in a light aircraft above the pristine waterways of Chobe National Park, spotting herds of elephant and pods of hippo.

We love... Rising early for a sunrise safari in search of rare Asian tigers in their natural habitat.

We love... Watching the Taj Mahal as the sun rises. Looking out for endangered tigers amongst the vine-covered ruins of Rajasthan’s Ranthambore National Park. Riding the rails past jagged peaks and lush pine forests on the Kalka-Shimla Toy Train.

We love... Sampling port wine at one of Porto’s oldest wine cellars. Strolling through Barcelona’s Gothic quarter and marvelling at the iconic Gaudí-designed architecture. Experiencing ultimate comfort, travelling from Madrid to Barcelona by high-speed train. Relaxing as our boat glides down the Douro River, passing vineyard covered slopes as we sample the products firsthand.

We love... Cruising around the stunning Sirmione Peninsula and the shores of Lake Garda. Exploring star-studded Lake Como and its beautiful main town. Admiring the colourful frescoes and atmospheric old buildings in medieval Orta San Giulio.

We love... Getting lost in the bougainvillea-draped backstreets of Chania, before emerging onto its 14th-century Venetian harbour for a drink.

We love... Walking through Siena’s medieval cobbled streets, lined with hole-in-the-wall cafes, delis and trattorias. Sitting down to a typical Tuscan lunch in the heart of the Chianti countryside.