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Secluded escapes in the British Hebrides

By Katie | Published May 8, 2013 | Leave a comment

A new BBC wildlife programme presented by Ewen McGregor may be just the thing the secluded Hebrides region off Scotland’s mainland needs to boost tourism. Hebrides Puffins, dolphins, basking sharks and seals… get ready for your close up! Continue reading »

Travel Ideas | Also tagged Hebrides, hot deals, nature, Scotland, UK, wildlife

At the end of the world: North Sentinel

By Katie | Published May 1, 2013 | Leave a comment

There are few untouched places in the world today but the island of North Sentinel is one of them. It’s one of the last corners of the globe that hasn’t been touched by Western culture. Heading over to the archipelago of the Andaman Islands we visit the House of the Sentinelese. Continue reading »

Travel Ideas | Also tagged culture, India, islands, Travel Ideas

#fridayfinds: world’s best parks

By Katie | Published March 30, 2013 | Leave a comment

March 30th is International Walk in a Park Day. We’re not entirely sure why but hey, any excuse to get outside and explore the best parks in the world, right? From the Big Apple to right here in London and across Europe, here are the best parks to enjoy today! Continue reading »

Travel Tips | Also tagged #fridayfinds, Barcelona, London, New York, paris, parks, San Francisco, Travel Tips

Desert escapes: Namibia’s Sossusvlei

By Katie | Published March 21, 2013 | 1 Comment

Namibia got the longer end of the natural beauty stick. The Sossusvlei dunes in the southern end of the country are just one example. Who knew piles of amber coloured sand could be so beautiful? Continue reading »

Travel Ideas | Also tagged desert, Namibia, Travel Ideas

Whale watching in Maui

By Katie | Published February 5, 2013 | Leave a comment

It’s no secret that Maui is a holiday hot spot but did you know that it’s one of the most spectacular places to go whale watching? Winter is prime spotting season as the humpbacks pass through so escape winter and treat yourself to a trip to this island paradise. Continue reading »

Travel Ideas | Also tagged diving, Maui, summer holidays, Travel Ideas, whales, wildlife

Galapagos cruises: top tips

By Katie | Published December 13, 2012 | Leave a comment

So you’re planning a trip to the famous and iconic Galapagos Islands. There’s only one way to get there unless you’re a super-human swimmer and that’s to take a cruise. Simple, but there are a few things you should know if you want the best possible cruise experience. Continue reading »

Travel Tips | Also tagged cruises, Ecuador, Galapagos Islands, Travel Tips, wildlife