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Volcanic islands all over the world form some the best holiday destinations you can find. And one of the closest of these to the UK is the island of Lanzarote, which is part of the European Union.

As the most easterly of the seven islands that make up the Canaries, Lanzarote is also the island that has seen the most recent volcanic activity. Back in the 1730’s, the world’s longest recorded eruptions began and went on for six years.

This devastating event in fact increased the island’s land mass by one quarter. But it also destroyed what had been the most fertile part of the countryside and drove many farming families to emigrate. Read more »

Embarking on a luxury holiday to Borneo is a dream come true for nature enthusiasts. Immerse in the charm that Sabah brings, beautiful beaches and breathtaking national parks that are home to wild animals that will captivate your hearts.

Orangutans hanging in canopies with proboscis monkeys on the ground tops off a Borneo tour. Trekking in the rainforests and being with tribes in their longhouses are some of the best activities to experience.

Fans of the great Asia wildlife tours will find Borneo the best place to spend a holiday. All over the rainforest can be found Asian elephants, green and hawksbill turtles, clouded leopards, rhinoceros hornbills and orang-utans are all over the place.

Borneo on its own is an ideal tourist destination with some many places to visit and a lot of things to do. Nonetheless, it is an exciting side trip for those who are visiting Peninsular Malaysia.