Expert Insights

January 06, 2023 5 Hidden Gems to Explore on a Cultural Adventure in 2023

Travelling with preconceptions is all too easy – swayed by the thoughts of a fellow traveller who recently returned from their adventure, influenced by the descriptions you read in travel guidebooks, and inspired by the pictures you see on social media. But there’s nothing like experiencing a place first-hand to broaden your mind and take...

December 29, 2022 Your Guide to Cycling Adventures

See the world on two wheels. One of the best ways to explore a country and experience some of the lesser-known sights off the beaten track is by bike. Enjoy challenging uphill cycles, or pedal effortlessly through country lanes and stop to soak in the scenery, it’s up to you. No matter how you choose...

December 29, 2022 Your Guide to Cultural Adventures

Make 2023 the year when you step off the tourist trails and leap into a world of cultural adventures. Cultural travel lets you scratch beneath the surface of each destination as you unearth compelling history and traditions that will undoubtedly get under your skin. To whet your appetite, we’ve compiled a list of some of the...

December 28, 2022 Your Guide to Wildlife Adventures

There are few experiences as enriching as seeing animals in the wild. One glance and you’ll be hooked. Imagine the thrill of watching Polar bears in their natural habitats or hearing the thundering hooves of zebras in the migration. So for 2023, we have collected the best wildlife adventures that bring you one step closer...

December 28, 2022 Your Guide to Walking and Trekking Adventures

Uncover a wealth of hidden gems as you embark on walking and trekking adventures that take you firmly off the beaten track. Our local guides will lead you away from the usual tourist trails, imparting their knowledge along the way so that you’ll gain a deeper insight into the culture and history behind the places...

December 13, 2022 Discover the fascinating history of Matera, Italy’s remarkable city of stone

A visit to Matera is one like no other. Take the opportunity to discover this incredible city in Italy, with an adventure to the remote southern region of Basilicata. Renowned for its extensive cave-dwelling districts, it delivers magnificent views of rock caves and old stone buildings that rise to a pinnacle and twinkle with light...

December 07, 2022 Uncover the fascinating history of Chianti wines in Tuscany

One of the world’s best-known and most loved red wines is Chianti, or more specifically the Chianti Classico Wine. Produced in Tuscany, in the region stretching between Florence and Siena, this wine has a long history and a protected wine-making tradition. The Chianti DOCG is divided into seven subzones which include, Chianti Rufina, Chianti...

December 02, 2022 Discover Mount Vesuvius and the ghostly ruins of Pompeii

Travel to southern Italy and many delights await you. The stunning, sun-soaked Mediterranean scenery of the Amalfi Coast and the Sorrento Peninsula entices visitors searching for romantic breaks away and picturesque walks along its coastline. History-lovers are equally satiated, as the area is rich with fascinating treasures. On our Highlights of the Amalfi Coast trip,...

December 01, 2022 Top 10 Reasons To Visit Cuba

With rum, revolutionaries, and rich traditions, Cuba’s charm is impossible to resist. Our trips to Cuba are a visual feast. Classic cars rumble along cobbled streets in between yellow, crumbling colonial mansions, white sandy beaches, a patchwork of plantations, fields, and jungles. Cuba is one of the oldest Caribbean islands, with fascinating culture born from...

November 29, 2022 5 Incredible Things to Do in Iceland in 2023

Picture Iceland and you may imagine thundering waterfalls, fizzing geysers, and cinematic landscapes that could be used as a backdrop for a sci-fi film as much as an epic adventure movie or nature documentary. Iceland’s scenery deserves its stellar reputation and is worthy of deep exploration, whether you want to experience it in the extreme...