Where will you be welcoming in 2012? ANNA SELBY highlights some cruises that promise a fantastic Hogmanay

Forget the national park's famous wild ponies, people will soon be enthusing about The Pig, says JANE MEMMLER

A selection of ski resorts to suit those travelling with children, says CATHERINE COOPER

JEREMY WRIGHT heads to Nendaz in the Alps to find a ski resort where his children are at home on the slopes

Diverse South Africa is one of the world's great activity destinations. RICHARD TRILLO picks his five favourites

Taking a road trip is the ideal way to experience the natural wildlife and local culture, says JINI REDDY

Danes add a touch of Russia to festive fun, says ROSS KANIUK.

Enjoy a Disney Christmas, says ROSS KANIUK.

A FLASH villa on the outskirts of town is perfect for daytime chilling before all-night partying.

LOUISE BARNETT finds the Gulf's vast wilderness captivating and its falcon hospital slightly surreal