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…
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One of The Best Things About Travel Is…
Meeting new people… and we have met some of the most amazing people on your journeys around the world. Old, young, rich, poor, black, white and every beautiful shade in between, the world is full of wonderful people, and here are just some that made our trips truly special…
New Holiday Trends – Swapping Sun, Sea and Sand for ‘Something Special’
Holidays: An extended period of leisure and recreation, especially one spent away from home or in travelling – Oxford Dictionary The holiday season may be drawing to an end in not-so-sunny Europe, but for many, now the holiday season really gets going with the newest and latest holiday trends. Cycling Holidays, Photography Holidays, Volunteer Holidays,…
A-Z of Travel – F is for the Fiji Islands
If there is one holiday destination that everyone should visit in their lifetime, it would have to be the Fiji Islands. Beautiful beaches, friendly locals, stunning hotels, private island getaways, delicious seafood, refreshing cocktails, and all the water sports and activities one could possibly wish for… the Fiji Islands really do have it all, and…
Fancy Sailing the British Virgin Islands? Then why not go with the ‘Flow’!
During our brief work placement on the Caribbean Island of St. Maarten, we met a wonderful couple by the name of Donald and Audrey, who had recently packed up their home in South Africa and sailed across the Atlantic Ocean to their new home and new life in the British Virgin Islands. One of the…
Countdown to Kilimanjaro – One Month to Go!
Where the time goes, I really do not know, but I realised today (with shock, horror and excitement) that we have just one month to go until we head on down to Tanzania and attempt the mighty mountain of Kilimanjaro! The past six weeks seem to have flown by in a blur, and while we…
Tailor Make Your Trip Around the World
Whenever we tell people that we have travelled around the world, the first thing they usually say is “we wish we could do that!” A dream that sits firmly atop many a bucket list, world travel used to be something only the rich and famous could enjoy, but today it is cheaper and easier than…
Our Top 5 Travel Gadgets
In today’s modern “mobile” world of internet savvy travellers, packing for a trip abroad is no longer just about suntan lotion and a good book, it’s all about the travel gadgets! From iPads, iPods, and iPhones, to Kindles, portable DVD Players, and of course, cameras, it seems we are more concerned about packing the right…
Off the Beaten Track – Uncovering New Destinations on the Road Less Travelled
There is nothing quite like uncovering new destinations on the road less travelled, and if you are looking to add a bit of excitement to your upcoming summer holiday, why not skip the packaged tour and tailor make something that little bit different? Tailor made travel is certainly on the increase, and with a little…
Everybody needs a Summer Holiday! Have you booked yours yet?
Christmas is a distant memory, Easter is over for another year, and as we approach the mid of April there is only one thing on many people’s minds, and that is their annual summer holiday! Despite the gloom and doom of everyday life such as the recession, high unemployment, and ever-rising fuel prices, it seems…
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….
Walking the Line – Travelling the Equator
While I have crossed the invisible line of the equator more times than I can remember, I have never actually walked along the line itself, or visited one of the many famous landmarks found in Ecuador, Uganda, Kenya and Indonesia where you can have your photo take with a foot either side of the line….
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