Don’t know your alpaca from your llama? Still confused over which ones you might eat as a steak and which one’s fur you might wear as a pair of gloves? Fear not, we’re here to assist with a quick guide to the most famous camelids of Peru...
Articles by Hollie Youlden
Top 10 Things To Do In Norway
Norway is a place of supreme beauty and wild outdoor fun. It’s a country that will take your breath away with its dramatic, untouched landscapes. You’ll also find a healthy offering of bucket list experiences. They may break the bank but will no doubt go down as one...
World’s Greatest Lakes (You Might Not Have Heard Of)
Who doesn’t like a lake? They are invariably surrounded by picturesque landscapes of quaint countryside or dramatic mountains. The water is generally calm and, good weather assumed, the expansive vistas are usually quite stunning. Coupled together, this invites a state of meditative contemplation that appeals to...
Highlights of the Trans-Siberian Railway
It’s the best-known train journey in the world. A bucket list favourite and world record-breaker. It traverses the entire length of Russia with routes that take you through Mongolia and China. Few other railway adventures can match what the Trans-Siberian has to offer. And as you’d...
Paddleboarding in Peru: Adventure on Lake Piuray
Got some spare time in Cuzco but seen enough Inca monuments to last you a lifetime? Visited more churches and museums than you’d thought possible? Think outside the box and take advantage of the surrounding Andes mountains. Opt for a half day paddleboarding adventure on Lake...
The World’s 10 Greatest Female Travellers of All Time
The chronicles of global exploration would have you thinking that only those with certain genitalia are worthy of mention. The names Christopher Columbus, Captain Cook and Marco Polo are etched into our consciousness. But the domain of great explorers is not limited to men and for centuries sisters...
Top 10 Reasons To Visit Namibia
Think of Africa and you might first think of Tanzania for its incredible safari opportunities or South Africa for its winning combination of wildlife and culture. Your mind might wander to the Sahara, perhaps the world’s most famous desert, or the red-robed Masai warriors, one of...
What to Expect when Visiting the Amazon Rainforest
The world’s largest tropical rainforest is an exotic landscape of steamy undergrowth, towering canopies and twisting rivers home to a staggering bio-diversity. For many visitors, a trip to the Amazon can, at first, seem a little intimidating with thoughts of mosquitoes, unbearable humidity and wandering creepy...
10 Great Reasons Why You Should Travel Solo
The idea of travelling alone can be daunting. In a digital world obsessed with constant connection it can be an alien concept choosing to spend time on your own, especially on holiday. Many people believe that experiences are there to be shared but that’s not always...
Rooms With A View From Around The World
If your ideal hotel stay includes an unforgettable view without even needing to step outside your guestroom, consider splurging out on these top picks. We’ve scoured the corners of the globe looking for unique hotels in various destinations from Africa to Asia, South America to the...