The best thing about adventure travel is that you get to see different places and experience different things – more exciting than flying to an all-inclusive beach resort for a few days of sun, sea, and sand! But this can make packing a bit of a challenge. When heading...
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7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites to Visit for Couples (6 minute read)
Many couples harbour dreams of seeing the world together. And what better way to that once-in-a-lifetime trip with your significant other than planning it around some of the world’s most spectacular (and romantic) historic attractions? But with more than 1,150 sites in 167 countries on UNESCO’S World Heritage list, it can...
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Tiger Conservation in India: How We’re Helping (4 minute read)
It’s taken a while, but we are starting to see India bookings trickling in again as the country re-opens to travellers after the pandemic. And whilst we cannot wait to get back to showing our groups around the Taj Mahal, taking in the chaos of Delhi and heading up...
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Off The Beaten Track Holidays: The Best Destinations to Escape Modern Life (6 minute read)
Modern life is stressful, isn’t it? The news is always depressing, we’re all glued to our phones and even when we travel we find ourselves scrolling through social media or checking emails. Sometimes you just want to fully disconnect from the modern world and focus on real-life experiences. Globalization...
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Tips For Visiting the Pyramids of Giza: How to get the Most From Your Trip (10 minute read)
I visited the Pyramids of Giza for myself in December 2021 as part of our King Tutankhamun group tour. The following are some tips shared with me by my guide and picked up by myself during the experience. I hope they are useful if you are visiting the pyramids...
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A Guide to the Best Historic Sites in Morocco (7 minute read)
Morocco is like Disneyland for history buffs. Sprawling bazaars overflowing with aromatic spices; imposing kasbahs nestled among high mountain peaks; majestic minarets towering above ancient city streets. Or, to put it another way, there’s a lot to see. So if you want to scratch beneath the North African country’s historic...
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8 of the Best Places to Visit in Tokyo (9 minute read)
It’s taken a long time, but on June 10, 2022, Japan began its first tentative steps towards re-opening its once burgeoning tourism industry. Travel to Japan is allowed once more, albeit travellers must be part of a package tour. And strict face mask rules are in place. But it’s...
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The 10 Most Beautiful Palaces in the World (10 minute read)
Buckingham Palace in London has been in the headlines over the past two weeks. This is thanks to the Platinum Jubilee celebrations for Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom. The monarch is celebrating 70 years on the throne. Events beamed worldwide included a jubilee concert featuring Diana Ross,...
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Rhino Populations in 2022: How is This Iconic Species Doing? (7 minute read)
It’s one of the world’s most iconic and recognizable animals. A member of the famous Big Five in Africa but unfortunately also targeted by poachers for its ivory horn. The rhino is an incredible creature and one that fuels travel around the world as people flock to catch a...
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Your Travel Photos: The Best Entries From Our Photo Competition (6 minute read)
If you follow us on social media, then you’re probably aware of the photo competition we’ve been running for the past three weeks. The rules were simple; send us photos of you enjoying our trips past or present, and the best photo wins USD $500 towards their next tour!...
Inspiring your next adventure
Enter a world of discovery with our travel blog - THE INSIDE TRACK - bringing you unique experiences and inspiring tales from exotic destinations across the globe. From fabulous photography and reviews on colourful festivals, to handy guides on some of the planet's most exciting cities to useful travel tips on preparing for your once-in-a-lifetime adventure, being an armchair traveller has never been easier. Be warned - it's addictive!
