An Inch Off The Map

12/08/2022

Go in . Fantastic cocktails in a bar with a quirky collection of antique radio sets and black and white photos of music and film stars.

17/03/2022

Cambodia is now really open for travel! Really leading the way in with no Covid tests needed before travel or on arrival. Please get in touch to arrange a fantastic adventure to this country with its amazing temples, beautiful scenery and warm welcome especially before it gets busy!

17/03/2022

There's been some great news recently about the relaxation of travel restriction but this one for removing the requirements for pre-departure and arrival testing for vaccinated tourists is huge for Please do get in touch to arrange an amazing adventure to see fantastic temples, enjoy amazing food and a lovely welcome from locals without the crowds.

Cambodia has abolished the need for a PCR negative test obtained 72 hours before arrival in Cambodia.

22/11/2021

Get up to 25% off Intrepid Travel's 2022 group trips by booking before 1 December.

I've been lucky to have been on several Intrepid group trips across Asia, South America, Europe and Africa and I'd be happy to share ideas and recommendations. They include interesting experiences and often places that are an inch off the map, travelling together as a small group. Great value even without a discount!

Call 020 8064 0747 or message me to discuss.

19/11/2021

Happy Loy Krathong 2021!

It's an annual festival in Thailand where krathongs - traditionally made from banana tree bark, banana leaves and flowers - are floated on water as a way for Thai people to pay respect to the goddess of the river. I've been lucky to have celebrated it twice over the years and this is an example of one in Koh Samui a few years ago.

Get in touch if you'd like to have a chat about travel to Thailand!

17/11/2021

Cambodia is now open to travel!
Great news from Cambodia this week - it's now possible for fully vaccinated travellers to visit this amazing country without any quarantine or restrictions on where they can go.

Prime Minister Hun Sen today announced the end of quarantine for all fully vaccinated people who enter Cambodia.

04/02/2021

Kep crab market offers a real slice of local life along with tasty seafood cooked right in front of you!

It's a busy place that is in complete contrast to the rest of the local area on Cambodia's south coast, which was a favourite holiday spot for Cambodia's French-influenced elite a couple of hundred years ago.

We know some wonderfully relaxing places to stay 'an inch off the map' after visiting the temples in Siem Reap and the culture and history of Phnom Penh. When you're ready to think about future travel get in touch and we'd be delighted to discuss ideas!

14/01/2021

We love the colour of these Roselle flowers which we found for sale at a market after hiking in the hills of Chiang Rai. They make healthy and delicious drinks!

Thailand is sometimes regarded as just a city and beach destination but our expert knowledge means we know how to get 'an inch off the map'.

07/01/2021

Sunset at one of Ilha Grande's beautiful beaches is not to be missed! It's a small island located just off Brazil's Green Coast and is car-free with an abundance of wildlife which can be seen on the many hiking trails. Combining with bustling Rio de Janeiro and the cobbled streets of the colonial town of Paraty is a great option.

05/01/2021

Looking forward to watching the first part of a new series with Gregg Wallace exploring tonight! This episode features Amakhala Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape.

South Africa is arguably one of the most diverse countries on earth; a kaleidoscope of iconic landscapes, best-loved experiences and glorious food spread across nine unique provinces.

30/12/2020

Spotting the endangered pangolin on an early morning bush walk in Kruger NP is an amazing experience. Pangolin comes from the Malay word, pengguling, which means 'to roll up' which describes their habit of rolling up in a ball when they feel threatened.

23/12/2020

Some travel inspiration for Wednesday! Travelling an inch off the map by private boat can bring some wonderful wildlife spotting opportunities like this orangutan and her new baby. This picture was taken in Kalimantan (Indonesian Borneo) and can be easily reached by flying from Java.