Category: Adventure Travel

My Namibian top 5

My Namibian top 5

By 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
5 of the best adrenaline-infused activities in New Zealand

5 of the best adrenaline-infused activities in New Zealand

By on May 10, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Going Out, Leisure Travel, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel
New Zealand is a place of vast landscapes, from volcanic mountains, glaciers, rainforests, emerald lakes to pristine beaches. Given the great diversity, it’s the perfect place to get adventurous. Numerous insane excursions can be found on the islands, and the laid back, friendly mentality of the area balances it all out for the perfect vacation.
Thrill-seeking adventures on Vancouver Island

Thrill-seeking adventures on Vancouver Island

By on Apr 19, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Canada, Food and Drink, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Whatever your age and whatever your passion, there is always a little part of us seeking adventure. With such a huge variety of landscapes on offer, Vancouver Island is the perfect place to pick and choose your adventure. This island off British Columbia’s coast is the size of Scotland, and packed full of varied landscapes.
10 days of luxury on a Kenyan safari

10 days of luxury on a Kenyan safari

By 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
9 of the best volcanoes to visit

9 of the best volcanoes to visit

By 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
8 top picks for a scuba diving adventure of a lifetime

8 top picks for a scuba diving adventure of a lifetime

By 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,
9 interesting facts about Antarctica

9 interesting facts about Antarctica

By on Mar 16, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Antarctic, Featured, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel
Why the heck would you head to Antarctica? Most of us get our fill of snow and ice at home, thank you very much. Isn’t that all there is to see around the South Pole? As it turns out, not even close. Antarctica and the nearby islands are part of an amazingly vital ecosystem that
5 breathtaking activities to experience in Malindi and Watamu in Kenya

5 breathtaking activities to experience in Malindi and Watamu in Kenya

By on Mar 15, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Featured, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel
Kenya coast is one of the most sort-after vacation destinations in the world; it scores high on world travel awards as a frontier beach destination due to its clear and clean white sandy beaches. The warm climate there attracts lots of travelers during winter seasons. Luxurious accommodation around this area include; Lion Under the Sun,
7 extraordinary ways to enjoy a luxury adventure in Iceland

7 extraordinary ways to enjoy a luxury adventure in Iceland

By on Mar 15, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Attractions, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Iceland, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Extraordinary landscapes have already cemented Iceland’s place as an adventurer’s paradise. But while plenty of countries have glaciers and mountains, or even active volcanoes, there are few destinations that can boast as many incredible and rare experiences, all in one place. From heli-hopping across unreachable mountaintops or walking in lava chambers, to diving between tectonic
Why Canada this year?

Why Canada this year?

By on Mar 15, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Canada, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel
Canada has four distinct seasons – which includes Winter but also includes a Summer. In cities such as Montreal and Toronto you will find buildings generally come with air conditioning because the Summers are hot and humid and these switch to heating units in the winter months. And yes, as the world’s second largest country,
Top 5 luxury estancia experiences in Argentina

Top 5 luxury estancia experiences in Argentina

By on Mar 14, 2017 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Argentina, Hotels, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel
Gauchos on horseback galloping across the pampas is an iconic image of Argentina that many of us would love to witness first-hand. Their unique way of life in the rural areas of this vast country has changed very little, and the culture remains strong. In recent years, the traditional farming of sheep has taken a
Top 5 luxury desert escapes

Top 5 luxury desert escapes

By on Mar 14, 2017 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Hotels, Middle East, Oman, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates
A stay in the desert is the closest most of us will get to holidaying on another planet. These resorts perfectly embody the trend for pared-back luxury, shifting the focus from overblown opulence to one of pampering and soul-soothing; favouring enriching experiences over materialism. Their remote locations, coupled with other-worldly vistas and five-star comforts make
5 safari parks where you can see the Big 5

5 safari parks where you can see the Big 5

By on Mar 13, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania
If you are planning an African safari and are keen to see the Big 5 (African buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion and rhino), not all the parks will afford you this luxury. Sadly, the rhino has been poached to extinction in many of the parks, but there are still some parks where, with a bit of
The Palm Beaches 4 ways

The Palm Beaches 4 ways

By on Feb 25, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Florida, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA
Blessed with year-round sunshine, brimming with wildlife, teeming with art-galleries and packed with restaurants; it’s no wonder Palm Beach County is no longer just a playground for the wealthy, but a glistening getaway for all adrenaline junkies, nature enthusiasts, food fanatics and art aficionados alike. Here’s how to do The Palm Beaches, four ways… For the
The best resorts in the Maldives for diving and snorkelling

The best resorts in the Maldives for diving and snorkelling

By on Feb 16, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Asia, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Regions, Speciality Travel
If you ask anyone who’s planning a trip to The Maldives why they’ve chosen to visit that particular part of the world, one of the most common reasons is for the unbeatable snorkelling and diving experiences. The Maldives are renowned for excellent visibility, crystal-clear waters, and pleasant, warm temperatures – making underwater sightseeing top of
4 safari splurges that are so worth it

4 safari splurges that are so worth it

By on Feb 10, 2017 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Air Travel, Photography, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment
An African safari is not something you want to cut corners on. But, at the same time, you don’t want to spend money on something that will add little to no value to your safari experience. So, while the Swarovski binoculars may seem cool at the time, I suggest you save your money for some