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My trip to Cape Town

My trip to Cape Town I had not been to Cape Town for a few years and have been absolutely hooked after a recent short visit. The main difference for me from the last time was the way that the city centre has been brought back to life and revitalised. The streets have been smartened ...
Posted on January 27 2012 Read More...

A memorable and inspiring trip to Egypt ...

A memorable and inspiring trip to Egypt – by Elvira Rahman, Bales Worldwide Operations Executive Our trip to Egypt was memorable and inspiring in many ways. Spending time with my colleagues, suppliers and ground agents was precious. Our visit to Cairo has left me feeling proud as I was there to witness a piece of history in the making. We arrived on the day the elections ...
Posted on December 15 2011 Read More...

Delve deep into the heart of Borneo

Delve deep into the heart of Borneo As the third largest island in the world, Borneo lies at the centre of Maritime Southeast Asia. The island is surrounded by the South China Sea to the north and northwest, the Sulu Sea to the northeast, the Celebes Sea and the Makassar Strait to the east. The Java Sea ...
Posted on July 2 2010 Read More...

India in Winter

India in Winter Dreaming of a trip to the Indian subcontinent? Then check out the latest discounts from Bales Worldwide and Oberoi Hotels and Resorts of up to 25% off. Three of the most popular itineraries have savings of as much as £1,600 per person throughout the high season October 2009 – April ...
Posted on August 7 2009 Read More...

History of the Mayan World

History of the Mayan World Extending from Mexico and across northern Central America, the Maya were one of the most populous and dynamic civilisations on earth, a Mesoamerican society that created spectacular art and architecture and the only full developed written language in pre-Columbian America. El Salvador The Mayans left a legacy in El Salvador such as ...
Posted on August 1 2009 Read More...

Inti Ryami Festival

Inti Ryami Festival 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, ...
Posted on July 24 2009 Read More...

A Day in Delhi

A Day in Delhi Mention Delhi to most people who have travelled to India and they will probably tell you to fly in, see Old Delhi, possibly the Qutab Minar - if you have time and move on. Mention it to someone who has never visited and their first comment will be ‘watch out ...
Posted on November 27 2007 Read More...

Clumping along in crampons

Clumping along in crampons After a hurried rush to get ready in the morning (oops, I had forgotten to set the alarm the night before...), and a quick cup of café con leche, we were all set to begin our trip to Perito Moreno Glacier. The visit is offered as a full day excursion ...
Posted on April 28 2007 Read More...