Next door to Dubai and Capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi has first class beaches and excellent shopping. One of the richest cities in the world, the development of large parks and gardens and green boulevards has led some to call Abu Dhabi the Singapore of the Middle East.

Laid-back and cosmopolitan, Amsterdam offers a level of tolerance not found in other European cities. Indulge in the fantastic art museums and heady nightlife!

A city full of contrasts and packed with colourful markets, modern museums, great shopping and superb nightlife, Barcelona often needs more than a weekend break to fully explore all there is to offer the visitor.

One of Americas oldest cities, Boston is the capital of Massachusetts and gateway to New England. The city has a very European feel and unlike many other US cities it can be explored on foot. In fact one of the most popular tours is the Freedom trail, a 2.5 mile trail of popular sites from the American Revolution.

Straddling the Danube, Budapest was originally two cities. Enjoy the historical and spa areas of Buda and the shopping, entertainment and nightlife of Pest.

Chicago, my kind of town! A unique city with a character all of its own, Chicago offers a wide variety of shopping, dining, museums, theatre, music and nightlife options.

Whether you stay in the city or on the beach, Dubai has so much to offer the leisure traveller. Whether you shop in the gold and silver souks, take a 4 wheel drive adventure in the desert or find a secluded beach, you will find variety is at the heart of the Dubai experience.

Famed for its illustrious distant past, Florence is a heady mix of sublime art, history and quintessential Italian food and wine.

A vibrant and exciting city where British colonial heritage mixes with Chinese culture to give Hong Kong it's unique character.

Take a short break to the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas. Stay in a themed hotel and take in a show, visit the Grand Canyon or have a flutter in the casinos.

The Capital of Spain, Madrid is a truly cosmopolitan city with a rich history of culture and art combined with lively nightlife and excellent shopping.

A vibrant city with a great climate, ideal for a winter sun break.

Italys commercial hub and centre of chic, Milan has a more European feel than typically Italian.

Considered by many to be the most exciting city on the planet, the gregarious metropolis that is New York exudes a unique brand of magic and a bold confidence - here everything is possible and anything can happen.

Oman's contrasting landscape of deserts, mountains and beaches make for a unique holiday experience along with an authentic taste of Arabia.

Surprisingly small as capital cities go, many of the Paris landmarks are a short distance from each other, making the city eminently walkable.

One of Europe's smallest capital cities, Prague has a great deal to offer the visitor and makes a great weekend break destination.

Once known in Europe as The Paris of the North, Riga is again finding itself on the up and up after Latvia declared independence from Russia over a decade ago. This Baltic capital has a real city buzz about it not found in Tallinn or Vilnius.

A city of unforgettable images and sounds and a cultural history second to none, Rome is a fulfilling short break destination and one that will live long in your memory.

The capital of Estonia which only gained independence again in 1991, Tallinn is part of a new breed of city break destinations in the Baltic region. The Old Town is a UNECSO world heritage site and offers the visitor one of the best preserved Medieval European towns.

A serene city, built entirely on water (you must walk everywhere or take water transport), Venice has some of the most famous landmarks in the world. The images you have seen in books or on TV will not prepare you for the real thing.

The Lithuanian Capital, Vilnius is often described as a Baroque city although buildings were constructed over many centuries adding a mix of Renaissance, Gothic and other styles.

Packed with famous sights, free attractions, and an endless calendar of special events, Washington DC offers year round inspiring experiences.