Naomi and Kirsty have recently returned from entrancing visits aboard the Ruby Princess and Queen Mary II cruise ships. They participated in a tag-team effort to discover what these ships have to offer and what life on-board is like.

We spent our stay in Sydney at Langham Hotel, which we unanimously considered outstandingly beautiful. Tucked into the back streets not far from the infamous "The Rocks" shopping area, Langham Sydney was classic in design, with wide sweeping corridors, opulent décor, large rooms with smart, chunky furniture, and some great views over Darling Harbour.

Through the international time barrier we went, and a day was lost without the aid of alcohol. We stayed at the Hilton Auckland, situated right on the harbour where the cruise ships dock, offering amazing views over Auckland and crisp clean air beyond description.

Anguilla is one of the most paradise-like places I have ever visited. Whether it be for a "one-stop" holiday or as part of a twin-centre option with other Caribbean destinations such as Antigua, Barbados, St Lucia etc., you have to visit Anguilla to experience it’s delights.

In October 2008, we set out on our long awaited Safari to Kenya. We boarded our Kenya Airways flight from Heathrow to Nairobi at 8pm and arrived the following morning at 6.30am, the direct flight taking seven and a half hours