One of the most beautiful places in South America, El Parque Nacional Talampaya is a ‘must see’ for anyone visiting the La Rioja Province of Argentina. Located some 217km from the city of La Rioja, this majestic UNESCO Heritage Site is easily accessible by car, and whether you decide to drive along yourself or take…
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What do You Look Forward to Most – Your Holiday or Christmas?
The 1st of August is upon us (white rabbits etc!), the high streets are deserted, the highways are packed, the airports are going into overdrive – and that can only mean one thing… the Summer Holiday Season has finally arrived! A time to pack up your troubles and worries and head off somewhere warm and…
Going Loco Down in…Cabo San Lucas!
It might not have the same ring to it as Acapulco, but Cabo San Lucas is a fantastic place to ‘go loco’ in Mexico, and if you have ever visited the well-known and much-loved ‘Cabo-Wabo’ – well, you will know exactly what I am talking about! Cabo San Lucas doesn’t seem to have established itself…
Top 10 Tips for Saving on Your Summer Holiday
The summer holiday season is officially upon us, and if you want to avoid paying inflated prices for your annual trip abroad this year, now is the time to do some clever planning and internet searching to find out where you can cut costs. Unfortunately, high demand pushes up the prices of our hotels and…
The Heatwave is Set to Last – Anyone for Glamping?
Oxford Dictionary Definitions: Glamping: A form of camping involving accommodation and facilities more luxurious than those associated with traditional camping: Glamping is likely to satisfy any city slicker seeking a little refuge in nature – without foregoing any of life’s luxuries Staycation: a holiday spent in one’s home country rather than abroad, or one spent…
The Best Place in the World to…
The Best Place in the World to Take a Bath… would have to be in a Romance Pavillion at the Meliá Zanzibar in Tanzania. Perched precariously on the edge of the cliff, these luxurious suites have ceiling-to-floor windows and a bathtub that overlooks the Indian Ocean. The Best Place in the World to Enjoy a…
The Best Thing About Travel Is… Trying New Foods
I absolutely love trying new foods, and while I definitely wouldn’t eat anything that was still alive (grubs) or something I believe to be cruel (shark fin soup), I will pretty much try anything on the menu when I visit a foreign land – after all, isn’t that part of the fun! On my travels…
Do You Suffer from Travel Nerves?
Having learnt the ‘art’ of travel from my extremely chilled out other half, I can honestly say I would head to the airport right now with nothing more than my passport, a credit card and a few changes of clothes – destination unknown. I know there are many travellers out there who feel the same,…
Phuket Perspective – A Girls Point of View
What is the first thing that comes into your mind when you hear the words Phuket, Thailand? A sun-drenched holiday destination in the Andaman Sea? An exotic location for backpackers and surfers? A fun and friendly resort for families? A hedonistic zone for sex-tourism? Well, I guess, when it comes down to it, Phuket is…
100 Holiday Ideas for Summer, Autumn and Winter 2013
July has arrived, most schools have closed, many of us are about to go on annual leave, and if you are one of the millions who have yet to plan your 2013 holiday – well, it’s time to get a move on! There are loads of last-minute summer holiday bargains available for those who want…
A Place in the Sun
It has been a hectic week here at Equatours HQ, but Friday has finally arrived, the sun is shining, the birds are singing, and it is time for us to head off to A Place in the Sun… That is all – Happy Weekend Everyone – Cheers!
Happy Fourth of July America!
If I could fly off anywhere in the world today, I think I would have pack my bags and head over to the good old USA and celebrate Independence Day with all the wonderful friends we have made over there over the years. I know this special day is dedicated to America declaring its independence…
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