As the most famous structure in the whole of Latin America, you’d think we would know more about Machu Picchu. But this ancient Inca citadel is shrouded in mystery. It lay hidden from the invading Spanish, who would surely have torn it to the ground, for hundreds of years,...
World Wonders
A collection of grand archaeological and architectural masterpieces, natural phenomena and one last standing ancient marvel – whether it is the New Wonders of the World, the Seven Natural Wonders or the Pyramids of Giza, the remaining Ancient Wonder, they make instant bucket lists and this chapter of our blog is dedicated to these incredible travel destinations.
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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 New Seven Wonders...
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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 a look at...
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5 things that we can’t wait to be doing again in 2021 (8 minute read)
There’s no denying that 2020 hasn’t been the best year for travel, with the COVID-19 pandemic severely limiting our ability to explore new places. Whilst being stuck at home has been quite boring, it has also given us plenty of time to think about what we’ve missed most about...
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Discovering the Great Wall of China
For all of our tour group members, visiting China was on their “list” of places to see – whether because of the country’s beautiful scenery, its bustling cities, delicious cuisine or diverse culture, China has always been somewhere they knew they wanted to visit. A land of dragons and...
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10 Interesting Facts About the Pyramids of Giza (4 minute read)
As one of the most iconic yet mysterious wonders of the world, Egypt’s Pyramids of Giza are an incredible sight to behold. But how much do you really know about this world-famous site? Take a read of these top ten interesting facts – some you might already know, some...
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Different views of Petra (5 minute read)
If I ask you to picture the country of Jordan, I can almost guarantee that one particular image will spring to mind. An image of one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, of a UNESCO World Heritage Site made famous by the movie ‘Indiana Jones and the...
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The New Seven Wonders of Africa (5 minute read)
The African continent is incredibly diverse, supporting a range of distinct and rare wildlife in its many different landscapes. Not to mention the millions of people who call the continent home. From deserts to mountains and savannah plains to coral reefs teeming with life, the African continent has everything....
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Our Top 10 World Wonders
When it comes to the Top 10 World Wonders, (or even ten top world wonders, not even the top ten) opinion is no doubt divided. But we’re sure no one can really disagree that these are some of the world’s most fascinating places, offering a window on a world...
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World Wonders: The Great Wall of China
An enduring symbol of Chinese military might and architectural ingenuity, The Great Wall of China is immediately recognisable as one of the most famous UNESCO World Heritage Sights. Today we’ll be looking at where it came from, who built it, and why. And is it visible from space? Read...
