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When you choose a holiday to South Africa, it’s likely you will encounter some of the country’s amazing animals. There are many ways to discover the South African wild animals, but it’s important to do it in an environment that’s safe for both you and these beautiful creatures. Over the years, animal conservation work has progressed and instead of trying to keep them protected behind fences, the a..

Discovering natural wonders are often one of the most fulfilling and memorable moments of a trip. Luckily, many escorted tours to Australia and New Zealand offer an abundance of stunning natural scenery for you to immerse yourself in. We think that some of New Zealand and Australia’s most impressive landscapes feature the most majestic waterfalls. Across each of these countries, there are a large..

If you're looking for a taste of Australian art and culture, the city of Perth is hard to beat with its array of attractions ready for you to explore. With so much on offer, here's a handy guide to our top art attractions and museums in Perth: (more…)..

Is your magnificent trip to New Zealand on the horizon? Then you’ll hopefully be taking a tour that visits the fantastic city of Auckland. Like many cities Auckland is full of charm and character, but there are a few things that also make it incredibly unique. In preparation for your trip, we’ve put together 10 interesting facts which you can recite to fellow travellers during your explorations in..

Phillip Island is an essential stop-off point on your dream Australia tour holiday. From seals and penguins to koalas and kangaroos, the island offers a generous collection of Australian wildlife. There is also a great choice of other activates like shopping, spas, a track circuit and museums. Oh and did I mention the tour of a Willy Wonka style chocolate factory? So if you’ve been wondering what..

In most of our blog posts, we talk about the many exceptional sights and experiences on offer on a holiday to New Zealand. What we haven’t touched upon as much, but really should, is the exceptional food also on offer. When you’re enjoying a tour of New Zealand, it is important branch out and treat your taste buds to the appetising array of local cuisine that you won’t find served quite the same a..

On your tour of South Africa there is so much to see and do – there’s literally something for everyone. For those who love to dig a little deeper into their destination’s history, a trip to Robben Island is a must when in South Africa. This renowned World Heritage Site will take you back in time on a humbling and emotional journey following South Africa’s struggle through apartheid. (more…)..

Embarking on a tour of Australia and New Zealand from the UK requires a long-haul flight, which can be quite tiring (it’s worth it though!) On top of this, you’re likely to have a layover, where you’ll find yourself waiting around for the next leg of your journey. However, with many flights to Australia and New Zealand transferring in the beautiful country of Singapore, why not take the opportunit..

Experiencing a tour of New Zealand means you will no doubt quickly discover how significantly Maori culture has impacted the values and beliefs of the local people. You may have already read up about Maori culture in light of your trip, you might even know exactly what you simply can't miss out when discovering Maori Culture during your time in New Zealand. To add to this, we thought we’d give you..

New Zealand’s North Island has many attractions, possibly too many to fit into just one trip. So if this is your first time touring the magnificent New Zealand, you’ll want to make sure that you experience the best bits.   Your New Zealand North Island itinerary should be filled with discovery, adventure and breath-taking views. So to set you on the right path, we’ve carefully selected a fant..