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5 of the greatest manta ray diving sites in the Americas

By Alfonso Tandazo on Apr 23, 2018 in Ecuador, Hawaii, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, USA

Those people who have dived alongside a giant manta ray — witnessing its gentle, elegant and avian-like motions — describe this creature’s actions as the closest thing to flying. A few years ago, contacts with these mysterious creatures were practically unknown on the coasts of Asian countries. In fact, these fish were about to disappear […]

5 best beach breaks in Bahia, Brazil

By Simon Williams on Apr 19, 2018 in Accommodation, Brazil, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel

Brazil’s northern state of Bahia has seen an enormous increase in popularity amongst international tourists seeking a secluded, luxury beach retreat. For many years, the golden sands and crystal blue waters of this sun-soaked Brazilian paradise were neglected by visitors from abroad; the international tourists favouring the glossy resorts surrounding Rio de Janeiro. No longer […]

5 incredible ways to do Africa in 2018

By Tom Marchant on Apr 17, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

When it comes to ‘life-changing’ travel experiences; Africa always delivers. But in 2018 there are even more ways to enjoy the wildlife and get lost in the culture of this ever-evolving continent. From pioneering eco-projects to paragliding safaris; you can still escape the crowds and find yourself stranded on sweeping beaches or wild open plains […]

Top 5 luxury family safari properties in Tanzania

By Julian Carter-Manning on Apr 11, 2018 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Camping, Family Travel, Featured, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

Many people feel nervous at the thought of going on safari with their kids, and many properties don’t accept children below a certain age. However, taking your family on safari can be an amazing adventure, and it’s all about making sure you choose the right places to stay – ones that can tailor the safari […]

Barcelona in Spring: day trips in Catalonia

By Sandra Roig on Apr 11, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

The beauty of Barcelona is that it’s a perfect city to visit, no matter the time of year. Spring is a particularly great time to visit the Catalan capital, due to the endless celebrations, events and of course, the warmer weather! However, when the city overwhelms and you want to escape the hustle and bustle […]

12 essential luxury experiences in Paris

By Tim Swannie on Apr 10, 2018 in Attractions, Europe, Featured, France, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Paris’ classic landmarks are undoubtedly worth a visit, but there are a number of unique, luxurious and lesser-known experiences to have here, too. We’ve put together a mix of the traditional and the more uncommon must-dos that Paris has to offer, all with an added splash of luxury, of course. Eiffel Tower experiences No matter […]

5 of the best places to see the Great Migration

By Laura Burdett-Munns on Apr 01, 2018 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Camping, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

When we ask our younger clients what first inspired them to take an African safari, often they tell us that it was watching Disney’s The Lion King. Some of the film’s most memorable scenes include the parading and stampeding of hundreds of animals, so it’s no surprise it makes quite an impression. But watching the Great […]

8 reasons to visit Augrabies Fall National Park in South Africa

By Michael Edwards on Mar 31, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel

Don’t worry about lions, hippos, rhino and scorpions. This is one National Park where you can clamber down from the bakkie and explore independently, giving you’re the opportunity to bike and hike amongst the 54,000 hectares of this diverse National Park that borders Namibia. Augrabies is 800 km from both Capetown and Johannesburg. More conveniently […]

Top 5 Greek island destinations in 2018

By Maria Nikolakaki on Mar 29, 2018 in Europe, Greece, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

From heart-stopping adventures to the perfect Mediterranean dish, Greece has a variety of destinations to discover. In 2018, we handpicked five island destinations which already enjoy some of the limelight and will attract some international discerning travelers looking for crystal clear waters, authentic cuisine and the well-known Greek philoxenia (φιλοξενία). Paros Island Located close to […]

5 of the most transformative travel experiences

By Matt Holmes on Mar 28, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Bhutan, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Iceland, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Travel is more than just checking off a bucket list or standing in front of famous sites. It’s about interacting with other cultures, learning about diverse ways of life and beliefs, and having opportunities you can’t get many other places. If not for those things, why would you ever leave your house? But there are […]

Top 10 reasons to visit Cape Cod

By Mike Hogan on Mar 27, 2018 in Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Cape Cod, a land of enchantment jutting out into the Atlantic like a raised arm to smack ships down in brutal storms. This is where America as we know it began and it offers something for everyone. Living history, vintage mom and pop shops, and a general slower way of life make this one of […]

5 best snorkeling sites in Galapagos

By Marc Patry on Mar 22, 2018 in Attractions, Ecuador, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

Underwater Galapagos offers even greater wildlife viewing than on land. The Galapagos Marine Reserve is among the largest in the world, covering an area equivalent to the size of Greece. In 2001, the Galapagos World Heritage site, formerly applied only to the land portion of the archipelago, was expanded to include the newly created reserve. […]

The ultimate birding tour in Ecuador: 10 unbelievable species at Yasuni Biosphere Reserve

By Diego Escobar on Mar 21, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Ecuador, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

The Amazon is full of unbelievable birds, but Ecuador, represented in this case by Yasuni Biosphere Reserve, is the perfect place to find some of the most unbelievable bird species for travellers who are in search of unique adventures and birdwatching. Come to discover 10 representative species found in the Ecuadorian Amazon! In the year […]

Top 5 family trips and holidays

By Claire Powell on Mar 21, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Attractions, Egypt, Europe, Family Travel, Going Out, Italy, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Western Europe

Getting away with the kids is never a chore when you have the whole world as your playground. Choose from one of our top five family escapes and jet off for an adventure of a lifetime. Make some noise in Thailand The sizzle of stir-fries, the lap of turquoise waves, the chirruping of the jungle, […]

Meerkats aren’t such nice guys… and 12 other Kalahari facts

By Michael Edwards on Mar 21, 2018 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel

First of all, the Kalahari isn’t all sand-dunes-and-camels desert. Much of the world’s biggest nature reserve, the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, that takes in huge chunks of South Africa and Botswana, is arid scrub, officially semi-desert. It’s a vast red-sand expanse of Lion King sunrises, bigger than Wales. Meerkats love burrowing in this huge dry terrain […]

10 activities to try on a transatlantic crossing

By Kim Robertson on Mar 20, 2018 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Food and Drink, Leisure Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

A transatlantic crossing on Cunard’s flagship Queen Mary 2 gives you 6 days at sea to relax, rejuvenate, wine and dine, and to explore this fabulous ocean liner at your leisure. There are so many activities to enjoy on board that the most difficulty you will have is choosing which ones to fit in. Whether […]

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