At last, spring has sprung and as the gardens awaken with dashes of colour from blooming flowers, we are delighted to offer a range of destinations for you to enjoy. We are sure you’re going to love our top Easter destinations … Continue reading Destinations | Our top places to spend Easter 2016
Ever since Fred. Olsen first started cruising to Svalbard it has been my ambition to visit this area. In July this year my wish came true when I sailed from Southampton on the M.S Balmoral. Our first port of call … Continue reading Sussex Cruise Club | Arctic mountains, Fjords & polar bears
There’s something for everyone this February with our award-winning day excursion programme! If you’re a lover of Strictly Come Dancing, or the X Factor you are sure to love this line-up. All excursions can be booked through Woods Travel, further … Continue reading Day Trips | February picks
We are very excited to announce that our blog has been shortlisted under the ‘Travel’ category for the UK Blog Awards 2016. We would love it if you could support us by casting your vote via the link below. You … Continue reading UK Blog Awards | Vote for Woods Travel Blog!
Beautiful coastlines dotted with unspoilt towns and fishing villages steeped in history and tradition, combined with the mountains and breathtaking national parks, makes Croatia an area of stunning natural beauty, which is quite unique to this corner of Europe. One … Continue reading Destinations | Croatian Coast & Istrian Islands
If you’re a bit of a foodie and enjoy celebrating the tastier things in life, then you’ll love these upcoming food and drink festivals around the UK and Europe! Lemon Festival, Menton France 13 Feb – 2 March The Cote … Continue reading Food & Drink | UK and Europe Food Festivals Spring/Summer 2016
Christmas is fast approaching, and with only a few sleeps until the big day, the race is really on to find those last few gifts to join the treasures under the Christmas tree. Here are just a few ideas of … Continue reading Tips & Resources | Christmas gift ideas for the traveller in your life
In July 2014, I experienced a 2 night mini-cruise on board P&O’s new ship the Britannia. My cruise entitled a ‘mini cruise to nowhere’, allowed me plenty of time to experience the facilities on-board this exciting new ship. When I … Continue reading Sussex Cruise Club | Britannia Launch – P&O Cruises
Earlier in the year, my colleague and I attended the CLIA 2015 Cruise convention in Southampton and during this time we visited the Royal Princess (Princess Cruises). When we embarked the ship we entered at the Piazza (Atrium) and were … Continue reading Sussex Cruise Club | Royal Princess
When it comes to thinking about Christmas dinner, you’ll more than likely find your mouth watering with visions of succulent roast turkey with all the trimmings floating in a sea of gravy – not forgetting the mountain of sprouts sitting … Continue reading Food & Drink | 5 Christmas dinner traditions around Europe