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Foods Around the World Every Foodie Must Try
Ellie Jones
8th October 2026
Some destinations reveal themselves through their skylines. Others speak through their spice markets, their simmering broths, their family kitchens. For the travelling foodie, tasting food from differ...
New Tour: Australia, Tasmania & Murray River Cruise
Ellie Jones
9th October 2026
The sun sinks behind Uluru, transforming its ancient sandstone from ochre to burning red. Elsewhere, ...
Take the Scenic Route
Ellie Jones
9th October 2026
There’s a quiet pleasure in travelling by road as a passenger, watching the world unfold beyond the ...
Two of a Kind
Ellie Jones
9th October 2026
It’s not always the landmarks we visit that stay with us, but the moments we experience along the wa ...
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5 min
Uluru: Experiences not to be missed
Kath Morris
11th July 2017
A trip to Australia isn’t complete without a visit to Uluru and its surrounding area. This incredible location gives you the ultimate outbac...
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2 min
10 Facts about Sydney Harbour Bridge
Kath Morris
4th July 2017
Sydney is undeniably the best known and most popular of Australia’s cities, packed full of landmarks and world famous attractions. Connectin...
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2 min
South Africa’s Traditional Cup!
Helen Goggin
20th April 2017
Your dream tour of South Africa would not be complete without a taste of the famous African red bush tea. The Rooibos tea in South Africa is...
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2 min
Gardens in Melbourne – a hidden paradise of tranquility!
Kath Morris
23rd February 2017
An Australia tour wouldn’t be complete without visiting Melbourne. This magnificent, vibrant city offers so much more than your standard cit...
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7 min
The Best Waterfalls in Australia and New Zealand
Kath Morris
25th January 2017
Discovering natural wonders are often one of the most fulfilling and memorable moments of a trip. Luckily, many escorted tours to Australia ...
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6 min
10 Fun Facts You Need to Know About Auckland
Kath Morris
12th January 2017
Planning your first visit to New Zealand? Then you’ll likely begin in Auckland – a city where volcanoes meet vineyards and urban energy melt...
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2 min
The Infamous Robben Island
Helen Goggin
15th December 2016
On your tour of South Africa there is so much to see and do – there’s literally something for everyone. For those who love to dig a little d...
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2 min
Ways to Discover ‘Big Five’ in South Africa
Helen Goggin
10th November 2016
A safari is undoubtedly one of the main attractions of a South Africa tour experience. The allure of getting within close proximity of the ‘...
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5 min
New Zealand Street Food Highlights
Kath Morris
18th October 2016
Food glorious food! Tasting new flavours and experimenting with local delicacies is what travelling is all about. Embark on an escorted tour...
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3 min
Sydney: Best Places for a Shopping Spree
Liz Reddy
23rd September 2016
Whilst on your escorted tour of Australia, it will be hard to tear yourself away from exploring the stunning landscapes and vast wildlife. B...
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4 min
Moeraki Boulders - a natural phenomenon with a mysterious legend
Kath Morris
31st May 2016
New Zealand has many fascinating legends to offer, all of which only make a holiday to the great country even more enchanting. As well as be...
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5 min
Discover Dunedin – Edinburgh’s Sister City
Kath Morris
18th May 2016
You may have travelled half way across the world, but should you visit Dunedin while you’re in New Zealand, you’ll be surprised by the stron...
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