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Where to travel in 2026

Why Barolo is Italy’s King of Wines

The 9 islands of the Azores: a brief guide

Emerald Lake, Yoho National Park, British Columbia, Canada

Where to travel in 2026

2026 opens the door to a world of extraordinary travel possibilities. Here, we present our curated selection of must-visit destinations, blending immersive cultural encounters, regions beyond the conventional routes, and remarkable outdoor experiences. This collection showcases some of the globe’s most captivating and inspiring places.

Italy's sweet secrets: the chocolate & coffee of Turin

Chef and specialist guide Valentina Harris explains Turin’s cafe culture, and recommends six famous spots – each another reason to visit Piedmont, Italy. You can enjoy the gastronomy of Piedmont by booking onto our Piedmont: Culture and Cuisine small group tour.

Piedmont: Italy’s culinary treasure trove

Italian chef and author Valentina Harris reveals the specialities that set Piedmont’s food and drink apart. You can join her on a flavourful journey across Piedmont by booking onto our Piedmont: Culture and Cuisine small group tour.

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Meteora Monasteries: A brief guide

Meteora, quite literally meaning “suspended in the air”, is the type of place you stare at in utter disbelief. A group of medieval monks discovered these dramatic rock formations nestled away in the Thessaly mountains, and bizarrely chose to build on them. Today, there are six active monasteries to visit – all unique, breath-taking, and steeped in religious history.

My solo tour of India with Cox & Kings

My jewel-studded journey to India and its Golden Triangle began shortly after arrival in Delhi. The local Cox & Kings representative greeted us at the airport and immediately made us feel very special. After giving us each a brightly coloured garland of fresh marigold flowers to hang around the neck and a delightful hand-painted picture, we boarded our air-conditioned bus and were whisked away through the busy traffic to our luxury hotel – the magnificent Taj Palace.

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Why choose Cox & Kings

We are a trusted name in travel, with more than 265 years in the business. With us, you enjoy 24/7 emergency support, your own dedicated travel consultant to support you and act as one point of contact throughout the planning process, and the personal assistance of our staff on the ground around the world.

Unlock lovely word-of-mouth hotels. Travelling privately gives you the freedom to choose where you stay. Whether you’re drawn to time-worn havelis, luxe ecolodges or rustic estancias, our destination specialists can guide you to the right properties.

We work with superlative English-speaking guides who can accompany you on sightseeing excursions, providing unique insights and answers to all your questions. After all, nothing beats local knowledge.

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Where to travel in 2026

Compass blog

Editor’s Picks

Where to travel in 2026

Italy's sweet secrets: the chocolate & coffee of Turin

Piedmont: Italy’s culinary treasure trove

Featured articles

Travel Writing to Take you There

Why Barolo is Italy’s King of Wines

Where to travel in 2026

Italy's sweet secrets: the chocolate & coffee of Turin

Why choose Cox & Kings

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Compass blog

Editor’s Picks

Where to travel in 2026

Italy's sweet secrets: the chocolate & coffee of Turin

Piedmont: Italy’s culinary treasure trove

Featured articles

Travel Writing to Take you There

Why Barolo is Italy’s King of Wines

Where to travel in 2026

Italy's sweet secrets: the chocolate & coffee of Turin

Why choose Cox & Kings

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