River cruises have long been a secret of the well-traveled in Europe. Unlike their big-ship counterparts, river cruises are sleek, elegant, and refined. The smaller, more intimate ships mean a greater attention to detail when it comes to onboard amenities, furnishings, and meals. Here are 6 of the best river cruises on earth, from Africa to Europe and beyond.

The allure of France’s picturesque Provence region lies in the diversity of its landscapes, filled with lavender fields, olive groves, vineyards, and coastal vistas. A new experience enables guests to stay at a handful of villas that inspired great artists such as Cezanne, Van Gogh, and Matisse in the creation of some of their most celebrated works.

Jungles, beaches, mountain hot springs, cloud forests, exotic animals… Costa Rica is a dream destination for many, and it’s not hard to see why. An adventure hotspot for some, a cultural haven for others, it’s a playground of incredible sights & experiences just waiting to be discovered.

In honour of Earth Day this year, the Sandals Foundation is inviting resort guests across its Caribbean portfolio to join in planting 500 food-bearing trees in a single day.

I had the incredible experience of joining a small group guided tour with Intrepid Travel to explore Jordan. Read about 5 reasons that you’ll fall in love with it, too.

In honour of National Honeymoon Day this August 14th, Honeyfund has released data showing that couples who travel together, stay together. The data also highlights the risk factors for couples who do not have a honeymoon.