What is the main highlight of a winter trip to Finnish Lapland? Is it the chance to spot the magical Northern Lights dancing across the night sky? Taking the children to meet Father Christmas at Santa’s Village, before he sets off on Christmas Eve to the delight of children...
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.
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Kenya VS Tanzania: Which of East Africa’s Best Safari Destinations Should You Visit? (12 minute read)
If you’re like us, you spend a lot of your time dreaming about a safari. What better thrill is there than seeing iconic species like lions and elephants in their natural habitat, surrounded by vast wildernesses? And when it comes to African safari destinations, Kenya VS Tanzania is a...
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Iceland Packing List: What to Pack for Iceland if Visiting in Winter (10 minute read)
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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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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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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10 Highlights of Chile: From Santiago to the Atacama (9 minute read)
Stretching along the west coast of the South American continent, Chile is just 64 kilometres wide at its narrowest point and only 350 kilometres across at its widest. The country is all about north and south. And this remarkable 4,300-kilometre length means that Chile is home to some of...
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6 Places to Visit in Athens After You’ve Been to the Acropolis (6 minute read)
You cannot go to Athens without visiting the Acropolis. Sorry, we don’t make the rules. This ancient hilltop citadel, crowned by the famous Parthenon, is one of the most famous landmarks on the planet. It’s a testament to the legacy of the Ancient Greek civilization. But there is far...
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Top 8 Free Things to do in Cairo (8 minute read)
If you’re spending some time in the Egyptian capital, then there are certain things you have to see and do. The Pyramids of Giza are the obvious attraction. But there’s also the Egyptian Museum (and soon-to-open Grand Egyptian Museum), and the ancient necropolis of Saqqara, to name just a...
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Everything You need to Know Before Your Visit to Pamukkale & Hierapolis in Turkey (10 minute read)
There are many reasons people book a trip to Turkey. We find the most common reasons are to explore cosmopolitan Istanbul or to enjoy some sun at the coast, perhaps on an island-hopping cruise. Cappadocia is another incredible drawcard, as are the historic sites of Ephesus and Troy. But...
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10 Interesting Facts About Cape Town (4 minute read)
It’s South Africa’s most popular city, home to iconic Table Mountain, gorgeous coastline, and stunning beaches. It’s also as far south as you can go on the African continent and is steeped in a rich and often turbulent history. With wonderful wildlife opportunities not too far away either, Cape...
