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02/08/2026

We could watch these funny little birds waddle around all day. The colony of African penguins near Cape Town is especially charming. 

Jamie, one of our Africa specialists, was just there in May on a research trip. She tells us this is the perfect time to go spot the chicks, with the peak breeding season between March and May. 

If you’re after a bit more adventure, she suggests heading out in a kayak to get a little closer to them in the water. The sea around Cape Town and the Cape Peninsula is teeming with life, so if you’re keen to go for a paddle, you never know what you’re going to see. 

Get in touch to plan South Africa your way today.

23/07/2026

الهدوء (al-hudu) translates to serenity, tranquillity and calmness.

It’s how it feels to be in the mountains in Jabal Akhda, Oman. Vast canyons and dramatic ridges glow beneath the bright sun, softened by pockets of greenery and, at sunset, transformed into something almost dreamlike.

This is what Cara, one of our Africa and Middle East experts, tells us of her recent visit to Oman. Her time in Jabal Akhda was spent hiking, stargazing, rock climbing and in yoga classes and sound baths, among the pocket of calm.

Where will you find serenity next?

17/07/2026

There is something quite magical about getting up close and personal with some of nature’s most majestic creatures on safari.

One of our specialists, Jamie, got to do just that on her FAM trip to South Africa last month. Alongside stops in Cape Town and Johannesburg, she spent time on safari in the Eastern Cape (Samara, Lalibela and Shamwari) and in Madikwe.  

In Samara, she even went tracking on foot, getting very close to cheetahs for a truly magical experience. Samara is one area that is truly worth the effort, with landscapes that lend themselves to variety, from game drives and bush walks to planting spekboom to combat erosion and more.  

Explore a spring safari in South Africa via the link in bio.

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05/07/2026

From where you’d rather be.

Joyce, one of our Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialists, just returned from a trip to South Korea, where she slowed down in Suncheon.

Offering lush mountains, tea plantations and landscapes teeming with flora and fauna, Suncheon is the perfect place to slow down for a while. Wander through the vast reed fields in Suncheon Bay, a protected wetland and natural treasure that is a migration hub for 140 species of birds. Keep an eye (and a camera) out for the storks and herons soaring overhead, before you head up to Yongsan (translating to Dragon Mountain) in time for sunset.

Explore all Suncheon has to offer, from historic villages and temples to beautiful gardens, via the link in bio.

05/06/2026

Welcome to Panama.

Earlier this month, Ollie from our team travelled to Boquete, Panama, for a travel trade event. In perfect Wraparound Holiday style (one of our 2026 travel trends), he spent a few more days out there to explore Panama City, Panama Canal and Bocas del Toro.

This exploration included hiking (plus superman ziplining) in the cloud forest on the slopes of Volcán Barú, snorkelling off the coast of Bocas del Toro and spotting sloths, monkeys, river turtles and lots of birds along the Panama Canal.

Panama is following in the eco-tourism footsteps of its Central American neighbours and is a refreshing destination full of natural treasures and warm welcomes.

Ready for your Panama adventure? Start planning at the link in bio.

29/03/2026

and brought Egypt to London, treating guests to an insight into the iconic , the very boat on which Agatha Christie sailed and which inspired Death on the Nile, as well as a special display of Pragnell’s Cleopatra Collection.

Inspired by the iconography of Ancient Egypt and its powerful female pharaohs, the collection offers a modern interpretation of the iconic ‘Sha’bi’ pattern — an enduring motif found throughout ancient Egypt, including within the three-thousand-year-old tomb of Tutankhamun

The night also included an exclusive out-of-hours private tour of the , featuring never-before-exhibited pieces of Egyptian artefacts from the archives of our favourite hidden gem in London, making for a truly unforgettable experience.



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Introducing our 16 destination experts who made the cut as Top Travel Specialists this year. This is our biggest list t...
18/03/2026

Introducing our 16 destination experts who made the cut as Top Travel Specialists this year. This is our biggest list to-date, as we once again have more specialists than any other UK tour operator.

This highly prestigious little black book recognises the very best in the travel industry, and the final list is a testament to our team’s collective expertise (and by no means the full extent of it).

Head to the link in bio to find out more about what sets our specialists’ apart.

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A new generation of Indigenous talent from North and South America is stepping proudly onto the global stage. Their work...
12/02/2026

A new generation of Indigenous talent from North and South America is stepping proudly onto the global stage. Their work in fashion, food, sport and more offers inspiration that feels both contemporary and deeply rooted. Read all about some of the big names on our radar in the current issue of our magazine.

📸: Celia D. Luna
📸: Leandro Bulzanno/Mestiz/Maye Ruiz

Where do you wish you were waking up this morning? Time to come out of hibernation and start planning your next trip - a...
07/02/2026

Where do you wish you were waking up this morning? Time to come out of hibernation and start planning your next trip - and if you're not sure where to begin, our experts are on hand to help tailor your travel calendar.

Give us a call on 020 3958 6120.

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Food tells the story of a destination - its history, its people, its rituals. One bite can reveal centuries of tradition...
05/02/2026

Food tells the story of a destination - its history, its people, its rituals. One bite can reveal centuries of tradition, migration, and craft. It’s why some journeys are planned around markets, harvests, and reservations rather than landmarks. Where's your number one foodie destination? Tell us in the comments below.



📸: Chef Debora Fadul resturant Diacá
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