While big corporations and governments need to be the ones leading the charge when it comes to implementing policy that could help stem the effects of climate change and create a fairer world for all, most of us want and to contribute in some way, and it can actually be easier to make a difference on holiday than in 'real life'.

Sustainability is an increasingly important topic. According to Euromonitor, two thirds (66.4%) of consumers globally now want to have a positive impact on the environment through their daily actions, and choosing a sustainable holiday by rail is a great way to incorporate eco-friendly activities into your leisure plans.

It's a sad reality that our world is changing. Amidst heart-wrenching pictures of starved polar bears and annual forest fires across California, Australia and beyond, we find ourselves at a turning point in the Earth's natural history.

Straddling the mighty River Ness and rubbing shoulders with world-famous Loch Ness, the vibrant Scottish city of Inverness has a whole lot to offer.

The Palace Hotel in Inverness has long been a customer favourite here at Great Rail Journeys. And really, what’s not to like?

Scotland's unspoilt landscapes are timeless. A country packed with unique and unforgettable experiences, see if you can spot Loch Ness’s mythical monster, lose yourself amid heather-strewn mountainsides or perhaps brave the cool waters of the Isle of Skye’s magical fairy pools.

Picture a famous European city; Paris, Venice, Budapest… Beautiful places, awash with enticing culture, vibrant pavement cafés, refined architecture and a pervasive romance and charm that often defines Europe’s great cities.

Europe’s cities are treasure troves of culture, teeming with iconic, must-see sights to enthral even the most seasoned of tourists.

Discover a way of travelling that puts nature centre stage, as you discover Europe’s spectacular lake and mountain scenery in the best possible way - by rail.

Although we might not be able to head off on our travels overseas just yet, why not use this time as the perfect excuse to bring your bucket list a little closer to home?

Cruising like a king on the Amadeus Queen, Chris Page enjoys a first class trip to explore Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany.

Slow is no longer a bad thing in travel, and when it's combined with a Highland safari and a lodge with a conscience, Siobhán Norton luxuriates in it.