Swain Destinations

05/05/2025

Who needs a little bliss this Monday? This itinerary includes blissful moments of wildlife spotting, beach strolling, back street exploring, wave catching, wine sipping, star gazing, four-wheeling, waterfall chasing, bird watching, bush walking, spa going, hot air ballooning, and more in Victoria, South Australia and Queensland.

Three states—Victoria, South Australia and Queensland—in a state of bliss.

05/03/2025

We couldn't possibly decide, so we'll celebrate both—Happy International Leopard Day and Wild Koala Day! Pictured here are a leopard lounging in a tree at Royal Malewane in South Africa and a koala doing the same at the Koala Conservation Reserve at Phillip Island Nature Parks in Australia.

05/02/2025

This!🦏 This is why Luxury with Heart is our travel philosophy. We are in awe of Care for Wild Rhino Sanctuary's hard work and dedication to rhino rescue and we're honored to share their efforts with our clients. If this photo and story of Hercules makes you smile, the opportunity to witness the careful nurturing and rehabilitation of a baby rhino in person will make your heart sing. Visit Care for Wild's page for more updates about Hercules!

Hercules Reaches New Milestone Side by Side with Petronel and Phil the Sheep!

Day 192 of Hercules’ rehabilitation, and this brave little rhino calf has reached another important milestone in his incredible journey of recovery.

Petronel, Hercules, and his friend Phil the sheep walked from ICU to the main rehabilitation facility. The Care for Wild team have been working daily on his endurance, strength, and mobility—slowly building up his walks in preparation for this big step.

Moving from the ICU means he’ll now be closer to the other rhinos, with more space to increase his exercise and new sights, smells and sounds to provide fantastic mental stimulation for this inquisitive young calf. He will of course continue to receive veterinary care and treatment, physiotherapy for his legs, and round-the-clock milk feeds as part of his ongoing rehabilitation and care. We are very proud of this special calf.

Thank you so much to everyone who asks about him and to all those supporting him. Thank you also to veterinarians Dr Cobus Raath, Dr Chris Smith and Dr Hayden Cuthill for their knowledge, expertise and unwavering support.

Check the storyboard to revisit Hercules story.
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04/25/2025

Happy World Penguin Day! 🐧 Did you know you could visit adorable little penguins in Australia, New Zealand and South Africa?

04/22/2025

Happy Earth Day! 🌏 We are celebrating by taking a look at how some of our travel destinations honor Mother Earth on this day and every day.

Each year on April 22nd, people around the world come together to celebrate Earth Day. The movement began in 1970 to raise awareness of environmental issues and inspire action to protect our planet, and has since activated billions of people through events, education, advocacy and cleanups. This yea...

03/25/2025

Big thanks to our clients for sharing photos from their trip to South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe where they immersed themselves in art, culture, wildlife and nature. Absolutely incredible!

03/22/2025

Happy International Day of the Seal! 🦭 Each year, March 22 is a day to raise awareness and promote the conservation of seals and sea lions. If you love seals and sea lions, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand are ideal destinations to see these playful pinnipeds.

03/18/2025

"Thank you so much!! It’s been an INCREDIBLE trip and we’ll definitely be back! Thank you for coordinating and communicating so effectively and efficiently!"
Great job, Cathi and George! Thank you for trusting us with this incredible journey through New South Wales, South Australia, and Victoria, Peace Frogs Travel/Outfitters.

03/17/2025

Whether you are feeling the magic of the changing season or a belief in leprechauns and lucky charms🍀, we wish you luck and good fortune today and always! Click to learn how to say good luck in a couple of our travel destinations.

Thanks to St. Patrick’s Day, March is often seen as a month of luck. As winter fades and spring emerges in the Northern Hemisphere, March also brings a sense of renewal, making it a time when people feel hopeful for new opportunities and good fortune. Whether you are feeling the magic of the chang...

03/11/2025

You can pack a lot in to 2 weeks - including New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, and New Zealand's South Island. Great job, Nina and George - and all of our travel partners - for making this the trip of a lifetime!

"We had the most AMAZING time in both Australia and New Zealand. Everything was perfect. It was so nice to never worry about how we were getting to our next destination. All of the drivers were very informative and friendly. The weather gods were consistently in our favor... We loved every minute of all of it. We very much appreciated your paying attention to the weather and sending us text updates. Thank you so much for everything. It was the trip of a lifetime."

03/04/2025

It is always such a delight to hear that our clients are happy. Senior Travel Consultant, Donna, does a wonderful job listening to what her clients want and finding the perfect accommodations.

"We are having an amazing time! Thanks. Mara Plains Camp is incredible in all ways."

03/03/2025

Happy World Wildlife Day! Join us in taking a moment today to celebrate wild animals and plants, and recognize the unique roles and contributions of wildlife to people and the planet.