I might be showing my age here… but it seems only five minutes ago that our annual holiday consisted of a trip to the local high street travel agents, where we would spend hours examining the well-fingered brochures in search of our dream holiday in the sun. Thankfully, the way we plan and book our…
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Our Favourite Escorted Tours for 2013
Travel trends are much like fashion trends in that they change with the seasons, but one sector that seems to be soaring in popularity is the high-end escorted tour. No longer satisfied with a weeklong package holiday in a tourist built resort, the enterprising travellers of today are choosing exciting and interactive escorted tours, where…
Over 50s Holiday Season – Starts this Weekend!
The over 50s holiday market is one of the fastest growing travel trends, and if are one of the many tired out grandparents who have done more than your fair share of babysitting over the school summer holidays, you will be pleased to know that this weekend sees the start of the mature traveller season!…
Are You a Traveller or a Tourist?
When it comes to visiting foreign lands and taking trips abroad, do you consider yourself a Traveller or a Tourist? As a self-confessed ‘traveller’, I believe that the only difference between being a tourist and a traveller is down to the type of holidays/journeys we take, but after reading the comments made on a recent…
Escorted Tours – Combining an Adventure Trip with a Luxury Holiday
If you would like to spend your 2013 holidays doing something a little bit different, a multi-destination escorted tour might be just the holiday you are looking for. Combing a thrill seeking adventure with a indulgent beach break, a luxury escorted tour really does offer ‘the best of both worlds’, and as you have a…
Escorted Journeys – So Much More than a Group Holiday
When it comes to new and growing travel trends, small group escorted journeys are most definitely on the increase, with singles, mature travellers, and small family groups opting for this type of travel over any other. A convenient way to travel and one that removes the “what if” scenarios one might face when travelling alone,…
Do you want to be a Responsible Traveller? Our Top 10 Tips
In our mission to become responsible travellers, we are constantly looking at ways in which we can reduce or offset our carbon footprint, support local communities, and benefit the countries we visit. Responsible tourism is finally making the headlines, and tour operators, travel agents and travellers alike are being to understand the importance of travelling…
Escorted Tours to Exotic Travel Destinations in Demand
With the current economic situation, it is no surprise that the travel industry is facing a tough market. With constant reminders that we are on the brink of yet another recession (I thought we were still in the last one?), the thought of investing our hard-earned cash into a well-earned holiday may be somewhat daunting….
Spring Holiday’s for the over 50’s
When it comes to exploring the world and discovering new places, the over 50’s age group is hot on the tails of gap year students as they pursue their dreams of visiting far-flung destinations across the globe. No longer satisfied with package tours to European destinations such as Spain, Italy and Greece, the over 50’s…
Taking the Garden Route
If you are thinking about visiting South Africa anytime soon then one place you simply shouldn’t miss is the illustrious garden route. Stretching from the Western Cape right across to the Eastern Cape, this beautiful route of coastal highway will show you a range of ecologically diverse vegetation, stunning lagoons, majestic lakes, and rugged coastlines…
Escorted Holidays – What is included?
Escorted holidays to exotic destinations are now more popular than ever before, and if you dream of visiting faraway lands but worry about the language barriers, travelling alone, or are simply a little nervous to venture off into the unknown, then and escorted tour may be the perfect solution for you. While escorted tours of…
Travel Vouchers – A unique gift idea for Valentine’s Day
Whether you love it or hate it, we have just four days to go until the “most romantic day of the year” Saint Valentine’s Day, is upon us. A day of love hearts, cupid’s arrows and red roses, Valentine’s Day is still the most popular day for marriage proposals, and if you want to let…
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