Bales Worldwide is one of the first operators to offer the new Anantara Spa at The Kempinski Hotel Ishtar, Jordan. The cutting edge spa on the shores of the Dead Sea is set to be the largest in the Middle East and is available as part of Bales’ bespoke travel ...
Kenya and Tanzania host a beautiful balance of wildlife, landscapes and cultures. Across the endless plains of Amboselli, the Serengeti National Park and the Masai Mara National Reserve, we are treated to Africa in all its majesty whilst the unique setting of the Ngorongoro Crater is safari at its most ...
Work/ life balance is almost a cliché statement and one that annoys a lot of people. It does resonate with some of us and possibly it is more likely to be recognised by people that struggle with it. I have never thought I juggle well, I think I muddle through ...
South India is a wonderful mix of dance, traditions, religious diversity and spectacular temple complexes, where India’s rich Dravidian heritage has created a vibrant culture of beautiful temple towns such as Madauri and Tiruchirapalli. The diversity is further enhanced by the colonial charms of Pondicherry lying on the Bay of ...
Mozambique has emerged from the turbulent years of its recent history to become one of Africa’s untouched treasures, its beaches and reefs recognised as some of the most spectacular on the continent.
There are two main destinations - Quirimba in Northern Mozambique and Bazaruto in Southern Mozambique, each offers exclusive accommodation.
To ...
This island, slightly smaller than Eire, boasts wild rivers, and World Heritage Parks. With pristine lakes and some of the most unspoilt walking trails in the country, Tasmania provides the perfect place for self drive exploration.
Beginning at Hobart, Tasmania’s capital and most distinctive city, the city combines heritage charm and cultural ...
I had travelled with Bales before. In 1993 I had gone to India and Joanna Bales had been in the group. Obviously everything was done to impress her resulting in a fantastic holiday. Could this trip live up to my expectations?
The following year I had toured Namibia with three ...
Bordering the Brazilian state of Paraná and the Argentine province of Misiones, are one of the most mesmerising natural wonders; Iguassu Falls.
Divided into the upper and lower Iguassu, the waterfall is taller than Niagara Falls, twice as wide with 275 cascades spread in a horseshoe shape over nearly two miles ...
It has been full on at Bales which is good. I am in the period of doing appraisals with my direct reports and I also receive my own appraisal. I think appraisals are a good discipline so long as the balance is right in that they should not be just ...
Argentina is a wonderful mix of culture and nature, from the volcanic peaks and salt lakes of the north, to the breathtaking glaciers of Tierra del Fuego. As the world’s 8th largest country, home to the land of gaucho and tango, Argentina has a rich history and vibrant modern lifestyle ...
