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7 alternative safaris to take you off the beaten track

By Tom Marchant on May 22, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Arctic, Asia, Botswana, Brazil, Nepal, Polar Regions, Regions, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Worldwide

To come face-to-face with the incredible wildlife that walk this planet is surely one of the greatest adventures. But there’s more than one way to enjoy a safari these days than just sitting on a jeep. If you’re looking for a real heat-thumping wild encounter that gets you closer and takes you off the beaten […]

How to plan a gorilla trek in Africa

By Kalitta Belinda on May 17, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Congo, Democratic Republic of the, Regions, Rwanda, Speciality Travel, Uganda

There is something special about trekking to see mountain gorillas in the remote rain forests in Uganda Rwanda & Democratic Republic of Congo. That unique feeling and realization that they are just like us, living in closely attached family groups, evidently headed by a “parent”, the dominant silverback serving as their protector and defender. Though […]

Top 7 destinations to see wildlife in its natural habitat

By Mike Kelly on May 16, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Australia, Canada, Central America, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Leisure Travel, Montana, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Uganda, USA, Worldwide

As wildlife is now becoming more endangered than ever there are many different nature preserves that are doing everything they can to protect the wildlife. All of the hotels below are not only luxury places to stay and see wildlife in their natural habitats, but they are also assisting in the conservation of National Parks […]

5 of the world’s most breathtaking hot air balloon flights

By Candice Bain on May 15, 2017 in Africa, Air Travel, Australia, Egypt, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Namibia, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Worldwide

Driving or hiking through incredible scenery is something most of us love to do on holiday. But imagine, instead, serenely floating above spectacular landscapes for a true birds-eye view of the beauty of nature. Taking a hot air balloon flight over some of the most memorable locations on earth is something you are likely to […]

5 Kenyan parks to find the endangered rhino

By Duncan Wairimu on May 14, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Kenya, Regions, Speciality Travel

Kenya is known for its authentic and natural parks that make it a top safari destination. But few people are aware that Kenya also plays a very big role in conservation efforts. The rhino, being an endangered species, has had the Kenyan government making great efforts to see that it protects it. Rhino sanctuaries have […]

6 of the world’s most spectacular sunsets

By Rob Stross on May 13, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Australia, California, Cambodia, Chile, Europe, Kenya, North America, Norway, Oceania, Regions, South America, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

There are few things in life as simultaneously relaxing, exhilarating and life-affirming as watching a magnificent sunset. That small period of time when day turns into night provides so many special travelling moments. But these sunsets rise above the rest. They’re bona fide bucket-list material. How many have you been to? Would you recommend any […]

My Namibian top 5

By Julian Carter-Manning on May 11, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Leisure Travel, Namibia, Regions, Speciality Travel

I’m really lucky to have visited Namibia many times over while guiding for an overland company. Although I eventually settled down in East Africa, Namibia is where I fell in love with the continent and is still one of my favourite countries in the world. So when I had the opportunity to go there on […]

Top 6 activities to enjoy in Mauritius

By Kim Robertson on May 11, 2017 in Africa, Leisure Travel, Mauritius, Regions, Speciality Travel

So, you are off to the beautiful Island of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean to indulge in some luxury and pampering, but it doesn’t just have to be about lying on the beach and soaking up the rays. Mauritius, an Indian Ocean island nation, is known for its beaches, lagoons and reefs. The mountainous interior includes […]

5 unforgettable silver wedding anniversary holidays

By James Bell on May 04, 2017 in Africa, Asia, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Mozambique, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Thailand

Twenty-five years is an incredible milestone that should be acknowledged in every marriage. You’ve put a lot of time, patience and love into your marriage, so it’s about time you both treated yourselves to a well-earned celebration holiday! This is your opportunity to reminisce about the wonderful moments in your relationship, appreciate everything you have both been […]

The magical place most travelers to South Africa miss

By Javier Luque on May 02, 2017 in Africa, Regions, South Africa

South Africa is known for unique wildlife, fantastic wines and natural landscapes. However, these stereotypes don’t even scratch the surface of what this rainbow nation has to offer. Just imagine waking up to new vistas: rolling green mountains flowing into violent blue seas, pink and turquoise rondavels dotting the hills and yellow kites from the […]

10 days of luxury on a Kenyan safari

By Duncan Wairimu on Apr 18, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Kenya, Regions, Speciality Travel

Kenya, besides being considered the cradle of mankind, is one of the finest – if not the best – country to do an African wildlife safari vacation. It is even referred to as the home of African safari. With its prime game parks, one can only marvel at the destinations. But you need more than […]

Walking in Tanzania

By Julian Carter-Manning on Apr 13, 2017 in Africa, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

My first ever walking safari will always be one of my favourite safari experiences. It completely changed the way I looked at the environment and transformed my safari game drives, giving me a far better understanding of how the animals move within their environment. Looking at an elephant footprint and learning how you can tell […]

9 of the best volcanoes to visit

By Mike Kelly on Apr 13, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Attractions, Central America, Congo, Democratic Republic of the, Costa Rica, Europe, Going Out, Hawaii, Iceland, Italy, Japan, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA, Washington, Western Europe, Worldwide

What more says adventure and jaw dropping experience than the sight of an erupting volcano. The sheer splendour of watching the natural vibrant glow of molten rock seep or explode out of the earth’s crust is incredible and quite simply never gets boring! Across the globe we have many accessible volcanoes in near and far […]

7 delightful restaurants in the Cape Winelands, South Africa

By Celine Renaud on Apr 12, 2017 in Africa, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Travel Miscellany

What is a holiday without good food? Most people come back from a luxury trip with lovely photos, interesting stories and many memories – including recollections of the meals they had enjoyed. Breakfast on an outdoor terrace, lunch at a quaint bistro, dinner at a gourmet restaurant in a beautiful setting. And travellers not only remember […]

7 highlights of northern Thailand

By Craig Burkinshaw on Apr 10, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Regions, Thailand

For all the familiarity of Thailand’s powdery beaches and Bangkok’s glittering skyline, look north and you’ll find somewhere quite different. Northern Thailand was largely an independent region until the beginning of the last century, a bastion for hill tribes each with a distinct identity. We’ve selected our highlights of the region, taking you from the […]

8 top picks for a scuba diving adventure of a lifetime

By Kim Robertson on Apr 06, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Australia, Belize, Central America, Egypt, Europe, Featured, Iceland, Indonesia, Malaysia, Maldives, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Western Europe, Worldwide

Most of us are satisfied with exploring new countries or destinations, but are you fascinated by marine life and the underwater world? Do you love to snorkel, or is Scuba Diving more your thing? There are hundreds of great places you can go and learn or just simply try Scuba Diving for the first time, […]

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