Alexis's California Road Trip
Charlotte Boswell
February 23rd, 2023
Alexis Palmer, Senior Travel Consultant at Pettitts Travel, recently travelled to California with her family to embark on an iconic coastal road trip between San Francisco and Orange County via Highway 1. Here are Alexis’s top six highlights and expe...
The World’s Best Opera Houses
David Pettitt
November 2nd, 2022
Magnificent and important cultural institutions, an opera house reflects the style of its city and the traditions of its country....
21 Top Things to See & Do on Route 66
Charlotte Boswell
September 13th, 2022
With its iconic landmarks, quirky roadside diners, retro neon signs, world-renowned museums and spectacular national parks there is plenty to see and do on Route 66. The ‘Mother Road’ is an US institution and bisectsthe heart of the country providing...
The Magic of Diwali Celebrations in India
David Pettitt
August 21st, 2021
Considered India's most enchanting festival, Diwali is a celebration of key significance not only throughout the Indian subcontinent but also the wider world....
The Top Six Cities to Visit in America's Deep South
David Pettitt
June 21st, 2021
Music, food, history and culture – the American Deep South is big and bold and with an identity distinct to the rest of the USA....
Unmissable Asian River Cruise Sights
David Pettitt
February 28th, 2020
Some of the world’s greatest rivers are found in Asia and many of them are ideal for river cruising. The variety of landscapes, diversity of cultures and range of options make this a unique river cruise region....
What to Do and See in California
Lauren Curd
March 9th, 2019
There is no better way to discover California than with a road trip, allowing you to explore the great open roads of America’s west at your own pace. Highway One offers a captivating road trip through the Golden State; a land of complete contrasts, f...
Exploring the Traditions and Culture of Japan
David Pettitt
February 14th, 2019
Think of Japan and for many the first thought is of gargantuan cities and a modern, even futuristic, lifestyle. Yet the country has a rich history and with a little effort it is not difficult to experience a traditional life that has remained unchang...
A Journey on the Historic Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Lauren Curd
January 16th, 2019
The world famous Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, first inaugurated in 1883, has become synonymous with elegance and luxury. Take a step back in time on this once in a lifetime trip laden with romance....
Astra's Top Five FAQ about Route 66
Lauren Curd
March 21st, 2017
To get behind the wheel and experience America’s legendary Route 66 is one of the world’s ultimate driving experiences....
