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By:
Martin Hosie
2026-08-12
Discover the best things to do in Marrakech beyond a quick souk visit, from Koutoubia and Bahia Palace to Majorelle Garden, artisan workshops, rooftop views and evening food stalls. This cultural guide helps you read the city’s rhythms, plan your time sensibly and experience Marrakech with the context and local insight that turns sightseeing into understanding.
By:
Martin Hosie
2026-08-10
Ready for your first African safari but unsure what to expect? Discover the untamed beauty of Zimbabwe’s largest reserve in our honest travel guide. From witnessing massive elephant herds to exploring life-changing conservation projects, learn how an Encounters Travel overland tour unlocks the very best of Hwange National Park.
By:
Martin Hosie
2026-08-06
Planning a trip to Jordan? Learn from our mistakes with this essential travel guide. From navigating the vast ruins of Petra and booking the perfect Wadi Rum desert camp to floating in the Dead Sea, discover why an expertly guided adventure is the smartest way to explore.
By:
Martin Hosie
2026-08-03
Lebanon is ancient, resilient, and wildly beautiful. Discover the best things to visit in Lebanon with our honest, story-driven travel guide. From exploring Beirut’s vibrant streets and the sacred Qadisha Valley to marvelling at Baalbek's colossal Roman ruins, see why an Encounters Travel adventure will change everything you thought you knew.
By:
Martin Hosie
2026-07-29
Planning a trip to Lebanon? Discover the best things to do in Beirut with our honest travel guide. From marvelling at the Jeita Grotto and ancient Baalbek to wandering vibrant neighbourhoods like Gemmayze, find out why an Encounters Travel guided tour is the perfect way to explore.