It’s probably an understatement that 2020 has been a year like no other for the majority of us. Covid-19 has affected each and every one of us and impacted aspects of our lives we took for granted. Without a doubt, the challenges we faced in 2020 were alien and unwelcome. But, change often brings positive things to light. Because we had to adapt so quickly, we’ve seen common practices change pretty much overnight. Unsurprisingly, the “new normal” has caused...
2020 was a year of many changes, but few people had their lives turned upside down quite like the amazing tour leaders and guides who work all around the world. Today we are speaking to Isaac and Josh, who until the pandemic hit, were leading our groups of adventurers around Southeast Asia.
Few treks take you from the vibrant Caribbean beaches high into the lush, green cloud-forest mountains like the Camino al Ciudad Perdida does. South America has its fair share of spectacular trekking options. These are often along the incredibly varied terrain of the Andes, casually and impressively dotted with...
On the blog today we hear from Danae, Latin America Operations Manager and ex tour leader in Central America. She talks about the joy of bird watching in Costa Rica and the incredible feathered creatures you can spot in the jungle!
I have amazing memories of my year working as a Tour Leader around Central America back in 2018. I love showing travellers all that Latin-America has to offer such as incredible...
Are you looking for the perfect gift for your jet setting friends or family? There is an overwhelming amount of choice available these days and it can be difficult to narrow down some of the best. So this holiday season we have done the hard work for you and compiled a list of 10 of the best Christmas gifts for travellers for all budgets!
One of the most common concerns for travellers, especially when moving from location to location on a regular basis is always what to pack and actually more importantly, what not to pack. While there is no definitive right or wrong way to pack for your own personal needs, a few hints are always welcome. Here are my top 10 less obvious packing tips for travellers that I wish I’d known years ago!
You could be watching a film or getting swept away to foreign lands in a good book. Whatever your choice, there is a fantastic amount of travel inspiration out there! Podcasts have fast become a popular form of both education and entertainment in recent years. Today we have put together our top 5 travel podcasts to inspire your adventures!
Bangkok is often referred to as ‘The Gateway to Southeast Asia’. Whether you are exploring Thailand, another country in the region or just stopping off to break up a long haul flight, you may find yourself in this wonderful city on more than one occasion. This list of 10 alternative things to do in Bangkok will give you some more ideas on how to spend your time here once you have already seen the main attractions. Or perhaps you enjoy checking out the lesser...
There’s nothing like a good TV series to get you hooked. When it’s showcasing the fantastic world of travel - even better! If you're like us and you’ve found yourself spending more time in your home than you normally would, then don’t panic. There is a whole world of programs out there ready to fill you with...
Sometimes the chaos of a popular tourist city is enough to make any traveller run for the hills. Long queues, crowded viewpoints, expensive ticket prices and sold out attractions. These are undoubtedly some negatives to visiting the world’s most popular destinations. Fast forward to 2020, and health and safety regulations also mean that we should be avoiding crowds for the foreseeable future. This makes it the perfect time to shine the light on some of the quieter...
