City break vacations

A hike in the jungle with a local guide from the aboriginal people was the most memorable part of the vacation (more)Robert Hale

All of it was excellent...the arrival into what was the most stunning location and accommodation ,the delicious food, the staff, the hosts who were so lovely and accommodating, the whole ambiance and so much more. (more)Lara Bishop

Memorable parts? First sight on Angkor Wat before sunrise, silhouetted against a dark sky. Tips? Bring sunscreen! Local benefits? We had a great local guide, but I was concerned about the impact of our big, air-conditioned bus & noisy diesel longtail boat during the trip up Tonle Sap. I'd like to know more about how money from tourism actually infiltrates the local economy. I'm concerned that tourism is creating a dependent, vassal class of native servants & merchants. (more)Diane Pittman

Very good -- I really liked walking across the Galata Bridge & getting to see a neighborhood that was not quite as touristy as Sultanahmet. (more)Johanna Novales

Istanbul is such wonderful city, we loved all the amazing sites and having our own guide meant that we got the most out of our time. The food was really good, and we enjoyed going around the spice market collecting the ingredients we needed to cook them ourselves at home. (more)Jane Edwards

Lots of memories. Visiting the mosques and the Hagia Sophia. Sitting in the carpet shop sipping apple tea whilst the owner happily showed us endless different types of carpets (even he knew we weren't intending to buy). (more)Malcolm Watts

The most exciting part was just being in Istanbul...Brilliant vacation and very personable local contact. (more)Frances Smyth

Istanbul was a great place to stay, with so much to do. The accommodation was in a brilliant location to enjoy both the historic sights and going out. It has been beautifully restored and was perfect for a couple. (more)Eleanor Tomlinson

Memorable parts? Cycling through rural villages with all the children running out calling hello! Tips? If traveling with children you might want to limit the temples. Local benefits? Definitely. (more)Vanessa Morley

The homestay in the Tai Leu village was the most memorable part...Excellent. (more)Jillian Woodford

Our guide, Ro, was excellent. He was entertaining, friendly, professional, very helpful and his personal input of his own experiences of life in Cambodia were very moving and helped put the sights we were seeing into context. (more)Katie Bezant

This was a genuine "once in a lifetime" experience. To travel so far to visit these temples built over 1,000 years ago was a great privilege. (more)Robin Ball

Memorable parts? Walking in London and looking at the beautiful houses in Kensigton. Tips? The hotel is adequately explained in the website. Local benefits? I hope so. Overall rating? Nice hotel. (more)Kristina Mänd