Thrills can be found anywhere around the world, whether you’re wandering through ancient pharaoh tombs in Egypt or looking for ghosts in the windows of a haunted South African hotel. Stray off the beaten path and discover centuries-old mysteries and abandoned towns frozen in time with these eerie experiences from Japan to Peru.
Philippines specialist Gareth describes his highlights of this varied archipelago, including Corregidor Island, the rice terraces of Mayoyao and spotting the tiny tarsier in Bohol.
After seeing the Arenal Volcano back in 2007 while in Costa Rica, Guatemala specialist Daniel was inspired to return to climb Acatenango Volcano next to the active Fuego Volcano.
From the cultural hub of Johannesburg to the laid-back Winelands, our South Africa specialists have delved deeper into the country to find alternative experiences that may surprise you.
Our hand-picked local guides are a key ingredient to our trips. Each year we invite our most celebrated guides to a special weekend to celebrate their outstanding achievements over the past 12 months.
Our specialists have distilled some of the best food experiences from their recent travels, from cooking courses and street food tours to alfresco fine dining, here are their highlights.
It’s important to us to assess our carbon footprint when traveling abroad and reduce the impact of our own carbon emissions. We do this through ClimateCare, investing funds in projects around the world.
Our China specialists can recommend places and activities to suit a variety of interests, whether you want to stay in a characterful property, explore the local culture or enjoy the country’s busiest attractions away from the crowds.
Georgia Darlow won our Sunday Times Photography Competition in 2015. She was fortunate to win a safari for two to Zambia, and talks us through her favorite photos captured on the trip.
A lovely stretch of white sand shoreline is only part of any beach holiday. Our Hidden Beaches specialists have therefore selected a number of spots from around the globe based on the best properties and experiences you can enjoy.