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Your Complete Guide to the Great Wildebeest Migration in East Africa

30 August, 2019

Your Complete Guide to the Great Wildebeest Migration in East Africa

What is the Great Wildebeest Migration? The Great Migration is a natural phenomenon that sees herds of wildebeest along with other animals such as zebra and gazelle thunder through the wilds of Tanzania and Kenya in search of greener pastures. Rather than a one off event, it is a year round...

5 Top Places to go Rafting in Costa Rica

28 August, 2019

5 Top Places to go Rafting in Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and thrill seekers – you can hike and bike through the landscapes, or even zipline over them. It is also a popular destination to take a rafting trip, with some incredible waterways offering rapids of varied difficulty. Here are five of the best...

What to Expect on an Overland Camping Tour in Africa

28 August, 2019

What to Expect on an Overland Camping Tour in Africa

The thought of camping in the African wilderness is exhilarating but can also be unnerving, particularly if you are not used to ‘roughing it’. A camping tour may be a style of travel that you have never experienced and may find a little daunting, or perhaps you’re an experienced camper who is...

What You Need to Know about Trekking to See the Mountain Gorillas (and Why You Should!)

26 August, 2019

What You Need to Know about Trekking to See the Mountain Gorillas (and Why You Should!)

We seek profound experiences when we travel, and this in part determines the destinations we choose to visit. Unique wildlife encounters in Africa puts this vast and varied continent firmly at the top of many travellers’ bucket lists, and a life changing encounter with the mountain gorillas...

Discover Japan’s Historic Districts

08 August, 2019

Discover Japan’s Historic Districts

If it is the country’s rich history that draws you to Japan, then no doubt you’ll want to spend some time exploring the historic districts that boast fascinating narratives and well preserved illustrations of a time gone by. Keep an eye out for these areas of interest on your Japan tour...

5 Perfect Places for a Walking Holiday in Portugal

02 August, 2019

5 Perfect Places for a Walking Holiday in Portugal

Blessed with perfect weather, gorgeous coastlines, delightful towns and tantalising cuisine, Portugal is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, foodies, and lovers of all things sunshine and scenery. It is no wonder it is becoming a popular haunt for walkers drawn to the trails that crisscross...

5 Uniquely Japanese Experiences to have at the Summit of Mt Fuji

01 August, 2019

5 Uniquely Japanese Experiences to have at the Summit of Mt Fuji

If you are challenging yourself with a hike of Mt Fuji, then you will be pleasantly surprised to know that your efforts will be duly rewarded at the peak. More than just a sense of accomplishment, here are some things to enjoy when you reach the summit of Mt Fuji. Catch an Incredible Sunrise...

Why You Need to Book Early to Secure Your Inca Trail Trek Permit

30 July, 2019

Why You Need to Book Early to Secure Your Inca Trail Trek Permit

Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is an incredibly special experience and a privilege to undertake. Traversing the mountain passes and cloud forests over four days en route to the fascinatingly beautiful Incan citadel, and reaching it at sunrise, is an experience reserved for a lucky...

5 of the Best Walking Trails in Japan

22 July, 2019

5 of the Best Walking Trails in Japan

Japan boasts plenty of drawcards and travellers flock here for the culture, cuisine, cityscapes, rich history and incredible natural beauty. These varied landscapes are a haven for hikers and offer some of the most exquisite surroundings woven with walking trails and fascinating narratives. If...

Easy Walking Holidays in Europe

22 July, 2019

Easy Walking Holidays in Europe

Take to the trails of Europe with Explore to delve deeper into the patchwork of charming landscapes and villages on an easy walking tour. Enjoy relaxing walks along stunning coastlines, through sprawling orchards where the smell of citrus hangs in the air, and around gorgeous townships...

What to Wear on an African Safari

18 July, 2019

What to Wear on an African Safari

Heading off on a tour of Africa that will see you searching for amazing wildlife encounters on safari? Taking a journey that is a far cry from your normal everyday life is incredibly special, but it also means that your pack will likely be filled with things that differ from your everyday...

Walking Safaris in Africa: Wildlife Experiences Done Differently

16 July, 2019

Walking Safaris in Africa: Wildlife Experiences Done Differently

There is more to a walking holiday in Africa than conquering the peak of Mt Kilimanjaro or battling your way through the jungles of Uganda and Rwanda in search of the mountain gorillas. While these experiences are fantastically rewarding, you shouldn’t rule out an African walking holiday under...

Highlights Touring in Croatia

12 July, 2019

Highlights Touring in Croatia

Croatia oozes historic cities that are flavoured with the cultures and religions that have called this region home through the shifting times. You will be charmed with explorations of Venetian palaces, Napoleonic forts, Roman amphitheatres, Viennese mansions, orthodox Slavic churches and...

The Best Time to Visit Croatia

11 July, 2019

The Best Time to Visit Croatia

Croatia has become a popular tourist destination. Justifiably so, its medieval cities and Roman ruins are perfectly preserved, and the national parks offer picture perfect settings complete with waterfalls, verdant forests and crystal clear lakes. The Dalmatian coastline, where the temperate...

Experience North America on a Small Group Tour with Back-Roads

19 June, 2019

Experience North America on a Small Group Tour with Back-Roads

North America is a land of compelling contrasts, from the spectacular beaches and sun drenched vineyards of California in the west to the soulful southern states. It’s America’s head-spinning variety of landscapes, cultures and historical monuments that make it unique. Travelling around North...

Take Your Family on a Tour of Ireland

31 May, 2019

Take Your Family on a Tour of Ireland

If a tour of Ireland is on your list, then why not gather up the whole family and set off on an adventure to the land of leprechauns and wild coasts. The alluring countryside of Ireland is a dream family holiday destination, full of myths and lore, a rich history, scenic wonders, and warm...

Solo Travels in Ireland with CIE Tours

31 May, 2019

Solo Travels in Ireland with CIE Tours

Dreaming of travelling through Ireland, but don’t want to go it alone? Solo travel can be challenging, particularly when you’d much prefer to be the passenger taking in the spectacular scenery of the Emerald Isle than be the researcher, planner, navigator, and driver all at once. Welcoming...

Irish Warmth on the Taste of Ireland

31 May, 2019

Irish Warmth on the Taste of Ireland

Tara and Sheila both had their individual connections to Ireland. Tara had grown up a competing in Irish dancing contests and later studied Irish history and literature. Throughout her childhood, Sheila had spent her August holidays in Ireland every year to celebrate her grandmother’s birthday...

Add The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo to Your Scotland Bucket List

30 May, 2019

Add The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo to Your Scotland Bucket List

Since its inaugural show in 1950, the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo has wowed audiences with a compilation of breathtaking performances that showcase military and Scottish tradition as well as international acts in an annual extravaganza. Bagpipes echo off the walls of Edinburgh Castle and...

Natasha's Take on Independent Travel vs Guided Touring in Cambodia

21 May, 2019

Natasha's Take on Independent Travel vs Guided Touring in Cambodia

I’ve always wanted to visit Cambodia, I mean, who doesn’t want to see the silhouette of Angkor Wat against a backdrop of an epic sunrise? So, when I saw the opportunity to take some leave and set off on a quick adventure (inspired by a string of public holidays), Cambodia shot straight to the...

Highlights of Cambodia through Natasha's Eyes

21 May, 2019

Highlights of Cambodia through Natasha's Eyes

I recently set off on an incredible trip through Cambodia and got to see so many beautiful places. I was limited by my dates so I couldn’t fit in a tour and instead navigated this incredible country on my own (with my partner in tow) – you can read how I found tackling Cambodia independently...