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  • Finding Finland: country of the dancing light

    Finding Finland: country of the dancing light

    A country on the cusp of Eastern and Western culture, where an ethno-cultural Germanic heritage has paved the way for a country that is adventurous and vibrant in existence. Finland is one of the Scandinavian destinations that is now beginning to enjoy its fair share of travel hype. We’ve penned this wonderful country on the…

  • Things to consider when you’re packing for warm-weather travel

    Things to consider when you’re packing for warm-weather travel

    Looking forward to a summertime adventure in a foreign country but not quite sure what and how to pack? No problem, we’ve got you covered! We’ve checked in with a few expert travellers to make a list of top tips and must-haves for a spring/summer trip! We trust it will provide you with a pretty…

  • Uncovering the mysteries of ancient Stonehenge

    Uncovering the mysteries of ancient Stonehenge

    Stonehenge is a British icon, a fascinating remnant of the ancient world and an incredible place to visit on a tour of Great Britain. This prehistoric ruin has been drawing visitors to its megalithic stones for centuries and also happens to have a delicious mystery at its core – unlike other famous landmarks, such as…

  • Living it up in Loire: a 24 hour guide to the valley

    Living it up in Loire: a 24 hour guide to the valley

    If the mythical horn of plenty had to be made tangible, it would probably end up looking a lot like the Loire Valley in France. This ridiculously bountiful region straddles the banks of the Loire River from Saint-Nazaire in the west to Briare in the east and is known for its abundant vineyards, verdant fruit…

  • Great Britain experiences you should know about

    Great Britain experiences you should know about

    Great Britain is one of those fabulous destinations that encompasses so many incredible travel experiences and destinations that it’s nearly impossible to go a day without stumbling over something quite astonishing. In fact, it can be a little overwhelming to tailor an itinerary if you can’t decide where to start. Lucky for you,  we’ve drawn…

  • Bon Appetit! A tasty introduction to French cuisine

    Bon Appetit! A tasty introduction to French cuisine

    Bonjour mon ami! There is nothing we love better than a traveller with a longing for all things delicious, which is why we take great joy in creating tours that make their way through some of Europe’s most delicious foodie destinations. France, of course, is one of the top European culinary destinations, and with good…

  • Why we’re still talking about Monaco

    Why we’re still talking about Monaco

    Located in south-west Europe, Monaco is the world’s second smallest country. This autonomous city-state on the Mediterranean coastline of France is perhaps best known for its glittering casinos, yacht-lined harbour and hosting the prestigious annual Grand Prix motor race. The country’s economy has been burgeoning since the late-1800s, when the first casino opened its doors…

  • Wanderlust for two: Reasons to travel with your partner

    Wanderlust for two: Reasons to travel with your partner

    Love and travel has always gone hand in hand. Pico Lyer once said, ‘Travel is like love, mostly because it’s a heightened state of awareness, in which we are mindful, receptive, undimmed by familiarity and ready to be transformed.’ We tend to agree, which is why we are always the first to recommend that couples,…

  • Travel to one of the most serene republics of Europe: San Marino

    Travel to one of the most serene republics of Europe: San Marino

    If you’ve never heard of San Marino, let alone included it on your list of must-visit European destinations, you’re not alone and you should be ecstatic that this is the case. This relatively obscure country is one of those gloriously undiscovered European marvels that only registers on the radar of truly dedicated travellers with a…

  • 7 Coach travel myths you shouldn’t believe

    7 Coach travel myths you shouldn’t believe

    1. You’re stuck with the group Sure, when we’re travelling from one destination to the next you’ll be in close confines with your travel group, but once we arrive you are free to go, do and see whatever you please. We might also mention that most groups we’ve accompanied grew to like each other so…