Marrakech is one of Morocco’s most popular destinations. But it is not the capital city – that honour goes to Rabat. It is also not the largest city, that’s Casablanca. Nor is Marrakech the oldest city in Morocco, that award goes to Fes. But it is...
Extra Time In
When you have limited time in a city full of things to do, it can be hard knowing where to start and how to make the most of it. Here you’ll find a host of handy guides on the best ways to spend your extra time in a range of vibrant cities across the globe.
5 Reasons You Should Visit Antarctica (7 minute read)
It’s fair to say that Antarctica probably isn’t at the top of most people’s lists of places they’d like to visit. It’s cold, remote and there’s not a luxury hotel in site. There are no interesting buildings to look at, no tropical jungles to explore and no...
Our Guide to the Best Places to Visit in Peru (9 minute read)
The South American nation of Peru has long been attracting adventurous travellers to its shores. Machu Picchu remains the highlight, with visitors from around the world flocking to see the Lost City of the Incas. In 2000, the site was deservedly named as one of the...
6 Romantic Destinations You’ll Want to Visit with Your Partner (7 minute read)
It’s going to be an unusual Valentine’s Day for numerous couples around the world. Many are physically separated by lockdowns. Others are unable to get out and celebrate in a fancy restaurant or with an exciting date. In honour of February 14th, we thought we’d have...
They’re Done Playing Second Fiddle: The Forgotten Highlights You Need to Visit (10 minute read)
Nearly every destination that you could wish to visit has that one main attraction. The one on the front of all the brochures. The one that gets shared endlessly on social media. And the one that all your friends and family are jealous of you for...
5 Reasons Why Post-COVID Will be the Best Time to Visit Egypt EVER (9-minute read)
It’s been about a year since the coronavirus (COVID-19) started making headlines in newspapers around the world. A year on, much of the world is still in lockdown. However, there is finally some light at the end of the tunnel. Vaccines offer hope, with many countries...
To Felucca or Not to Felucca, That is the Question (8 minute read)
Kate Rosenthal is one of our Business Development Managers in Australia, and in 2019 she embarked on our 13-day King Ramses Egypt tour, which includes a two night felucca cruise on the Nile. Here she shares her experiences for those planning a trip to Egypt and...
Exploring the backstreets of Cairo
I recently returned from Egypt on our 10-day King Tutankhamun group tour. While the Pyramids, Valley of the Kings and Luxor often get a mention by travellers to this historic country, the capital city – Cairo, is often forgotten. I’m going to tell you about my...
Living Land Farm: Experiencing Rural Life in Laos
Set in idyllic countryside in the heart of Laos, you’ll find the Living Land Farm. Established in 2005, this thriving farm was formed by a group of locals who wanted to combine their land to give it a better use. And it seems they have had...
How to Spend a Day in New York
Home to some of the world’s most iconic buildings, New York needs little introduction. The city offers enough to see and do to fill several weeks, let alone days, meaning 24 hours just isn’t enough to truly experience the Big Apple. But if that’s all the time...