Countless news snippets of the crazy things that Japanese do have always amazed me. Are the Japanese just crazy or are just different? Or both? Our upbringing dictates our outlook on life and one of the wonderful things about travelling is experiencing different cultures. “And now for something completely different”…
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Since I can remember I have always had a fascination with all things Japanese. From the delightfully intricate cuisine that is meticulously and skilfully prepared to the stories of Ronin or masterless samurai roaming the countryside during feudal times I was hoping that my first visit to Japan would not ...
Richard Godden, Latin America specialist explores the highlights of Colombia
Having recently read Mark Bowden’s ‘Killing Pablo’, my preconceptions of Colombia were not all positive. Nevertheless, the opportunity to travel came up and after negotiating both London Heathrow and Miami airports, I landed in Bogota to meet with our host and the ...
A young country where driving is a pleasure, petrol pump attendants still exist and the native forest is safe to wander freely on your own…. there are plenty of fine wines, such as Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir and a plethora of fresh organic food… fishing is a serious hobby, ...
Glistening Buddhist temples, golden beaches, colourful hill tribes, mouth watering cuisine and welcoming people are just some of the compelling reasons to visit this fascinating land.
Whether it is a beach resort, adventure holiday, exploring jungles or experiencing amazing wildlife that your family require, Thailand can offer your family a holiday ...
June 24th is set to play host to the second largest festival in South America, the Inti Ryami – Festival of the Sun.
Hundreds of thousands of people converge on Cuzco for a week long celebration, marking the beginning of a new year. Every day has its events, from daytime expositions, ...
Ben Nevis has been conquered!!! But don’t I know it - known for the very high shoes I wear I have resorted to flats this week. Ooh my legs! What I really loved about the climb was the camaraderie as we were going up the mountain – not least because ...
From ridgelines to coastlines, from native bush to glaciers, from spotting seals to watching kiwis there are no walks on earth quite like the spectacular Great Walks of New Zealand. For those of you looking for an active holiday, experiencing the natural beauty of New Zealand, why not embark on ...
Live Like a Maharajah
- Bales Worldwide launches new options for Indian Inspiration -
This October sees London’s V&A Museum launch its exhibition dedicated to the Indian Maharajahs - Maharaja: the Splendour of India's Royal Courts (10 October 2009 - 17 January 2010). It is set to amaze and inspire, so why ...
I have had a week of euphoria. We were asked to tender for some business back in April and on Monday I received a phone call to confirm we had been awarded the contract. This is a very prestigious contract to win as it is the UK contingents and support ...
