The famous #Holmenkollen Ski Jump at Norway's National Ski Arena in #Oslo. Seriously, who jumps off this into what looks like a gladiatorial pit? Credit to their bravery! Visitors can climb the jump tower, with fabulous views over #Oslofjorden. #skiing #skijumping #Norway

'A Taste of River Cruising' On the Douro - day 3 A leisurely cruise followed by a coach tour up to UNESCO World Heritage Site Castelo Rodrigo. This evening we're moored about three metres inside Spain, at the end of the navigable Douro. Riviera Travel AGTO - Association for Group Travel Organisers

'A Taste of River Cruising' Day 4 on the Douro with Riviera Travel A visit to the Spanish city of Salamanca where history and flamenco are on display. AGTO - Association for Group Travel Organisers

'A Taste of River Cruising' Day 5 on the Douro and we reach Pinhão. Time to explore the tiling at the railway station before heading to Lamegos, the pilgrimage church of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies, and the famous stairway back to the town. Riviera Travel AGTO - Association for Group Travel Organisers

'A Taste of River Cruising' Day 6 on the Douro. A relaxing morning cruising towards Regua, through yet more impressive scenery, and locks, before taking a coach to the Quinta da Avessada for lunch, with vineyards stretching in every direction. Riviera Travel AGTO - Association for Group Travel Organisers

'A Taste of River Cruising' Day 7 on the Douro. A cruise back to Porto to visit the Ferreira Port Wine Cellar in Gaia on the opposite bank to Porto. This evening, the Chef's Signature Dinner. A very enjoyable week with spectacular weather and scenery. Riviera Travel AGTO - Association for Group Travel Organisers

Many thanks to Sarah-Jayne Blenheim Palace for a show-round of the magnificent, and recently opened, ‘Rooftop View’. Seeing the rooftop sculptures and architecture up close was a memorable experience, and very well worth searching out. AGTO - Association for Group Travel Organisers

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Excellent service today from Adam in customer service. London North Eastern Railway

Today I begin checking through the first proofs. The book is on page and I can reveal, with immense excitement, my first travel and #nature narrative, 'This Is Not My Land: 30 years on a small Cotswolds farm'. The ultimate in #slowtravel. #writing #naturewriting #WritingCommunity

Perfecting Portugal: feature for Practical Motorhome #touring the country from east to west to east through Alentejo, Central & Northern regions, staying at aires and campsites along the way. Available to read now in the latest issue (302). #camping #roadtrip #campervan #Portugal

For anyone living or visiting the #Cotswolds, may I unashamedly offer Slow Travel The Cotswolds from Bradt Guides? In its 3rd edition, there's more than 50 years' lived experience and research in the book, showcasing the unique character of the region. #slowtravel #travelguide

COVER REVEAL! Here it is, the wonderful front cover to my new book, to be published in Jan 2026 with @bradtguides. This Is Not My Land: 30 years on a Small Cotswolds Farm. #naturefriendlyfarming, #conservation, & the ultimate in microcosmic #slowtravel. #Oxfordshire #Cotswolds

The Gloria Funicular in Lisbon in June this year. The cars balance each other, so seeing the footage showing one car right at the lower end of the short line suggests the other car, which crashed, possibly came adrift when it was nearing the top. #lisbon

Ahem, is this an AI-produced article? Surely no-one plans a visit without checking maps and various sources to verify details, especially in remote areas. The perils of letting AI plan your next trip bbc.com/travel/article… via BBC Travel

🥁 Announcing the BGTW Members’ Excellence Awards “BGTW Travel Broadcaster of the Year” finalists, presented by Pure Michigan 👏 Congratulations to Ash Bhardwaj, Jonathan Thompson, & Simon Willmore! 🏆revealed at 3 November's gala: bgtw.org/gala

🥁 Announcing the BGTW Members’ Excellence Awards “Travel Blog Post of the Year” finalists, presented by Sri Lanka 📷 Congratulations to Richard Collett, Abigail King, & Claire! 🏆revealed at tomorrow's gala: bgtw.org/gala

🥁 Announcing the BGTW Members’ Excellence Awards “BGTW Travel Blogger of the Year” finalists, presented by Visit USA UK 📷 Congratulations to Martin Hesp, Katie MacLeod, & VictoriaWattsKennedy! 🏆revealed at tomorrow's gala: bgtw.org/gala

We start with the International Tourism Awards, sponsored by BGTW Better World Symposium, and presented by BGTW Board Member, Stuart Render #BGTWAwards25

As many have said, what a great story!