There is something evocatively appealing about experiencing two intrinsically different cultures with such ease as is the case on the Cyprus border. Crossing the border in Cyprus is a fascinating exercise every visitor to Cyprus should experience Cyprus is so much more than a lazy beach destination. Visiting the capital may not be on the top …
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What better way to get inspired when planning a trip to Thailand than to indulge in some local literature. There is also no better way to glean even a little insight into local customs and culture than searching out some great destination reads before your trip. Thailand is one of South East Asia’s premier beach …
As the boat slips away from the shore towards the dense papyrus reeds, heading deeper into the Okavango Delta Botswana, thoughts of Africa’s great explorers, Livingstone, Stanely, and Burton, float through your mind. The 4th safest country in Africa, renowned for its staggering natural beauty and wildlife, there are so many unique experiences in Botswana. …
If you’re wondering how many days to spend in Venice, the short answer is as long as you like. Venice is elegant and enchanting; with every turn of the corner, something new will amaze. Whether your stay is short or long one, you will discover much but still be left wanting more. While Venice will …
León has long been considered the political and intellectual centre of Nicaragua. Laying claim to some of the countries most important poets and musicians as well as some of Nicaragua’s beautiful historical buildings. It is also home to the revolution that shaped Nicaragua as we know it today. These are some of the best things to do …
Want to know the best way to get from Marrakech to Fez? – Drive; the long way round, via all Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert. The Perfect Guide for a Drive Morocco Itinerary Know what to pack for a Moroccan road trip with our complete Morocco Packing List. Getting from Marrakech to Fez. The …
Cyprus seduces tourists with her endless summer of stunning beaches set against glistening blue seas. Balmy evenings spent enjoying fresh seafood mezze in lively tavernas. It is no wonder Cyprus is the birthplace of a goddess. Discover The Best Things to do in Cyprus Beyond the Beach Many see Cyprus as merely a beach and …
When people talk about Nicaragua’s Corn Islands, their eyes light up. Imagine what the Caribbean was like 50 years ago, before the crowds, cruise ships, and the resorts. If you’re keen on leisurely lounging in a hammock, savoring a few tranquil rum drinks while anticipating the day’s fresh lobster catch brought in by local fishermen, …
The Old City of Jerusalem is a must for any serious photographer visiting Israel. There are also many fabulous opportunities for amateur travel photographers to get great photos of Jerusalem. There are so many fascinating things to see and do in Israel but Old City Jerusalem has an incredibly unique energy, one rarely found anywhere …
Sometimes a single image can captivate the imagination so much; a person is compelled to see this place for themselves. Kolmanskop Ghost Town in Namibia is such a place. Many have been motivated to seek out the small abandoned diamond-mining town of Kolmaskop, swallowed by the Namib Desert because of a single image. Kolmanskop Ghost …
Considering Taking a Guided Tour of Israel? Small group tours of Israel are a fantastic way to experience this beautiful and complex country. Questions about Israel are invariably met with; “It’s complicated”. About Visiting Israel There is no doubt, Israel is a complex country, a land of extremes. There are so many places to see …
Imagine a day trip from Granada that ticked all the boxes, or at least catered to a myriad of interests? There is a day trip from Granada to Masaya that does just that. You want to get up close with a live, smoking volcano without having to do a 1500 meter vertical climb?- Tick! Visit local …
Want to know what to do in Granada Nicaragua? From touring the colonial city by morning to cruising the volcanic isletas of Granada on Lake Nicaragua in the afternoon. Mix it up a little with these great ways to spend one day in Granada. Take a Granada City Tour Granada Nicaragua is a city that makes …
Not far from the Spanish border in the French Pyrenees is a tiny picturesque town by the name of Llivia. Llivia is a small Spanish enclave completely surrounded by France. Llivia is around eight square miles in area with a population somewhere in the vicinity of 1500. Much like Gibraltar, Llivia is a historical and …
Matagalpa Nicaragua is stunning landscapes, beautiful cities and some of the finest chocolate and coffee in the world. Don’t mind a fine cigar? Then this is the region for you too. The northern mountain region of Nicaragua; Matagalpa may be Nicaragua’s famed Coffee country, but it has so much more to offer than just a good …
Dubbed one of the most scenic cities in the world. Cape Town may be defined by the spectre of its flat-topped mountain, but South Africa’s Mother City is more than just striking landscapes and long stretches of pristine coast. Cape Town is a cosmopolitan, cultural melting pot. A city with a cool urban edge and …
Safari, an experience as synonymous with the wild endure of nature as with incomparable luxury. The desire to be immersed in the unpredictability of nature in its most elemental while indulging in the effusive comforts of a luxury African safari lodge. A romanticised notion of the classic, time-honoured safari experience? Far from it. The traditional …
There is no doubt that Kruger National Park is one of South Africa’s premier game reserves. It is also one of the most uniquely accessible self-drive safari reserves in the world. Planning a Self Drive Safari in Kruger National Park South Africa is one of the premier African safari destinations. When we started planning a …
nThambo Tree Camp Lodge encompasses the complete luxury African safari experience without the high price tag. Much like her sister camp, Africa on Foot, nThambo Tree Camp prides itself on being eco-friendly but the main focus here is intimate yet affordable luxury safari. nThambo Tree Camp nThambo has taken its cue from some of the …
Have you ever dreamt of a luxury African safari? The wildlife safari of your dreams may be more attainable than once thought. Safari lodges in South Africa have a reputation for some of the finest safari accommodation and best wildlife reserves in the world. This reputation remains true with an affordable wildlife safari experience offered …