Much like the fictional fantasy world of Narnia, the southern African country of Namibia is a world of magical landscapes, mysterious beasts, and a colourful history stemming back over thousands of years. A unique destination that has much to offer international travellers, Namibia is big, beautiful and boasts some of the world’s most unusual flora…
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Island Hopping in the South Pacific – Anyone for Fiji?
Often described as “The World’s most Romantic Holiday Destination” the Fiji Islands are every bit as beautiful as those picture-perfect postcards would have us believe. Pure white sandy beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, year-round sunshine, and the friendliest people you could ever wish to meet, the Fiji Islands have it all, and if your idea of…
Niche Travel – Tailor Made Especially for You
One of the most resilient and fastest growing travel sectors, Niche Travel is all about creating the perfect holiday – tailor made to suit your interests, your travel dates, and your budget. Until recently, Niche Travel was only available to high-end travellers with deep pockets, but today, tailor-made or specialised travel is available to everyone,…
Chiang Mai, Thailand – Tigers, Temples, Thai Boxing and Tasty Treats
My favourite place in Thailand, Chiang Mai is one of those cities where you can do as much or as little as you like. A city of vibrant contrasts, Chiang Mai homes over 300 ancient temples, some of Thailand’s newest hotels and the trendiest bars in Southeast Asia, but they are all clumped together in…
Luxury Hotels for Valentine’s Day – Just add Romance!
Whether you love it or hate it, there is no escaping Valentine’s Day, and if red roses and love hearts are not really your thing, why not use February 14th as an excuse to get away for the weekend, and treat a loved one (and yourself!) to a night or two at a luxury hotel….
Travelling in Argentina – It’s Affordable Again
If you dream of travelling throughout Argentina, you will be pleased to know that the exchange rate is looking good for foreign travellers right now, and you could get a whole lot more Dinero for your Dollar in 2014! When we first visited Argentina in 2000, it was one of the cheapest places to travel…
Friday’s Photo Session – Cruisin with my Baby!
When it comes to Cruising, they say you either love it or you hate it. With this in mind, we booked our first cruise from Los Angeles to Acapulco along Baja California with the clear intention that if we did not like it, we would disembark in Mexico and make our way home from there……
Looking for Holiday Inspiration? Check out the New York Times 52 Places to go in 2014
The New York Times has released its ‘52 Places to Go In 2014’, and if you are undecided about where to go for your 2014 holiday, you might just get all the inspiration you need from this comprehensive and well thought out list. With a different destination for every week of the year, there really…
Tongabezi River Lodge – Paradise Found on the Banks of the Zambezi River, Victoria Falls
Discovered by David Livingstone in 1855, Victoria Falls or Mosi-oa-Tunya “The Smoke that Thunders” is one of the most spectacular waterfalls on planet earth. Set on the Zambezi River, forming the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia, the Victoria Falls hold the title of the “world’s largest sheet of falling water”, and when you consider that…
A Drink for Every Destination – What’s Your Favourite Holiday Tipple?
I think most of us are guilty of over indulging during our holidays abroad, and while it may not be ‘socially acceptable’ to drink a Piña Colada at 11am down at your local pub, it is almost mandatory when you are lying by the pool in an exotic destination! But the more I travel, the…
Costa do Sauipe on the Coconut Coast of Brazil
If you fancy heading to Brazil this year, but don’t fancy the Football-Mania of the FIFA World Cup, there is one very special please where you can escape to on Bahia’s Coconut Coast and that is Costa do Sauipe. A purpose-built resort sitting approximately 70 kilometres from Salvador, Costa do Sauipe boasts six luxury hotels,…
Happy Australia Day!
Today, Sunday 26th January 2014, is Australia Day, and if you are looking for an extra special holiday destination for 2014, you might want to make your way Down Under and take a glimpse at what Australia has to offer! We were lucky enough to spend six-weeks touring this amazing country, and while we would…
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