After my return the question was beginning to goad me, which was certainly a first, and an event that I had not anticipated.
‘What was the highlight?’ / ‘Which was your favourite bit?’
I think in the case of most trips (at least of the 2-3 week variety, not counting ...
Operations and Airline Co-Ordinator, Neil Carpenter tells us of his recent stay at the luxurious Rasananda Hotel.
Set at the base of a lush, tropical mountain on Koh Phangan, Thailand Island, lies the Rasananda, an oasis of villas and suites sitting on the unspoilt white sands of Tong Nai Pan Noi ...
India expert Paul Taylor sings the praises of both sides of the subcontinent.
Cities & Towns
NORTH: The north claims the capital – buzzing, energetic Delhi. Zip around in an auto-rickshaw and see crumbling forts, bulbous mosques and Raj-era grandeur. Massive Maharangarh Fort dominates the vivid blue city of Jodhpur (pictured below), ...
Product Manager Kirsty Bennetts tells us of her birds eye view of Jaipur...
It was still dark, at 5 o’clock in the morning, as I was picked up from my hotel in Jaipur. As we headed out of the city into the Rajasthani countryside the excitement and anticipation rose. Around 20 ...
Operations Executive Daniel Mills enjoys a long weekend in Oman.
My love for the Middle East has substantially grown since my recent visit to Oman. Before arriving in the capital city of Muscat I had envisaged a rapidly expanding tourist destination similar to Dubai; to my surprise what I actually found ...
Okinawa, the southernmost region of Japan, boasts an archipelago of nearly 150 islands. With a subtropical temperature throughout the year, the region is awaiting to be discovered.
The region was an independent kingdom in the 15th century; Ryukyu. After the Satsuma (Kagoshima) of Kyushu, Japan invaded Ryukyu in 1609, the region ...
Bolivia, it is so much more than altitude, Andean flute and alpacas. This now land locked country is vast country surrounded by five neighbours; Peru, Chile, Argentina, Paraguay and Brazil.
It is a culturally diverse country, made up of about 60% of pure indigenous people which makes it very different and ...
India and Orient Sales Executive Steve Lidgey tells us of his recent Indian adventure with a journey on the luxurious Golden Chariot…
The motto of the Karnataka state tourist board is “One state, many worlds”. Indeed this definitely is the case with game drives in national parks, majestic temples and ruins, ...
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”…
I ...
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 ...
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 ...
Paul Taylor, Orient and India sales executive tells us of his love for Gujarat...
My Gujarat
In 2001 a catastrophic earthquake rocked Gujarat. Six years on, the west coast state is back up and running – yet remains largely untouched by visitors. And that’s why I love it. Sitting on a pristine ...
Revisiting Peru, a country very reliant on tourism for survival, was an absolute pleasure. My purpose was to explore a range of properties, operated by Rainforest Expeditions, including Posada Amazonas, Refugio Amazonas and Tambopata Research Centre. These lodges are located in the Madre de Dios district; over half of Peru ...
Richard Godden, Canada and Latin America specialist spent the weekend discovering Ontario.
After a pleasant 8 hour Air Canada flight from overcast London Heathrow, I arrived at Toronto Pearson airport to be greeted with picture perfect blue skies. Autumn, or should it be fall, is definitely a good time to visit ...
This month sees the start of the annual Tiger census in Ranthambhor. Already fourteen tiger cubs have been spotted in the reserve in north India.
This month sees the start of the annual Tiger census in Ranthambhor. Already fourteen tiger cubs have been spotted in the reserve in north India. (BBC ...
