If you’re travelling to southern Africa, then there’s a good chance that seeing some of the continent’s iconic wildlife is high on your agenda. Lions, rhinos, giraffes, leopards, the list is endless. But perhaps Africa’s most iconic creature is the elephant. The largest animal to walk the land on...
Articles by Ben Bromley
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The Best Greek Islands to Visit Based on Your Personality (11 minute read)
Are you planning a Greek island cruise for 2022 or beyond? It can be tough to decide which islands to visit, and which to leave off your itinerary. This is because there are more than 225 inhabited islands to choose from in the country. And the chances are you’ll...
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Inside the Valley of the Kings: My Visit to Egypt (7 minute read)
Ben is our Marketing Executive, and in December 2021 he travelled to Egypt on our King Tutankhamun 10-day group tour. Of all the multiple highlights, including the Pyramids and a Nile-felucca cruise, it was the tomb-strewn Valley of the Kings that really took his breath away. Read on as...
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15 New Year Traditions From Around the World (6 minute read)
Everyone has their own way of ringing in the New Year. For some, it’s an opportunity to get dressed up at a fancy event. Meanwhile, others prefer to hit the bars, whilst some are content to sit on the sofa with a box of chocolates watching the fireworks on...
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10 Interesting Facts About Istanbul (4 minute read)
No trip to Turkey is complete without a visit to the cosmopolitan city of Istanbul. Straddling either side of the Bosphorus Strait, the city is a warren of busy markets, magnificent mosques, and other historic buildings. All of this is interspersed with famous landmarks including the Blue Mosque and...
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6 Things to do in Essaouira, Morocco (4 minute read)
Travellers to Morocco often flock straight to Marrakech, or into the Sahara Desert, but the coastal port city of Essaouira shouldn’t be neglected. It’s a laid-back destination, an antidote to the hustle and bustle of the better-known cities. There’s plenty to see and do. You can go horse-riding on...
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The 10 Best National Parks in Eastern & Southern Africa (9 minute read)
In total, the African continent is home to more than 370 national parks. Kenya is home to the most, with 23. And this isn’t including other wildlife reserves which don’t boast “national park” status. For travellers looking to enjoy a safari to see the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino,...
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5 Reasons to Book an Egypt Holiday For 2022 (5 minute read)
There are hundreds of reasons to visit Egypt at some point in your lifetime. Legendary monuments including the Pyramids of Giza. World-beating museums packed to the rafters with treasures dating back thousands of years to the time of the Ancient Egyptians. Blissful beaches, reliable weather and luxury 5-star hotels....
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Dune: A Movie Starring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya… and Wadi Rum, Jordan! (4 minute read)
Dune is taking the world by storm. With an A-list cast including Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Jason Momoa, and Javier Bardem, the blockbuster adaption of the classic 1965 Sci-Fi novel by Frank Herbert has received rave reviews. It was originally scheduled for release in 2020, but this was pushed back...
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Egyptian Mythology: 10 of the Most Important Ancient Egyptian Gods (8 minute read)
Ancient Egyptian civilization was incredibly complex. Over the centuries, hundreds of different gods and goddesses were worshipped in Egypt, with many rising and falling in popularity. Like all good mythologies, many of these gods were shrouded in legend. Tales of conflict, deception and love were used to fuel their...