Joy at Glenburn Tea Estate, Darjeeling
I am not a tea lover and I naively didn't imagine how much tea I would consume during our stay at Glenburn Tea Estate!
Overview of Turkey
One of the leading tourism destinations in the world, Turkey is a land of contradictions and diversity and effortlessly...
Dahab beach resort, Egypt
For those wanting something a little more off the beaten track - there is Dahab.
The Colours of Morocco
Morocco was always one of those exotic destinations that I had dreamed about but never thought I'd get the chance to vis...
Finding Magic in Morocco
I was nervous about meeting new people and traveling to Morocco - a country I considered to bit an exotic location.
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The Sahara
The Sahara, or the 'Greatest' Desert, as the locals call it, conjures up images of scorpions, snakes, oases and vultures...
Unusual laws and customs
There are many unusual reasons why people have found themselves faced with hefty fines or in some cases arrested or deta...
A visit to Jordan
After selling Jordan tours for many years and having to cancel two previous trips, I finally made it to Jordan this year...
Egypt: Smooth sailing
We glide listlessly aside from a gentle about-turn each time we approach the river.
A view from the top
Have you ever wanted to climb Everest or see what the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro looks like? Well, Google Street View i...
Uganda’s mountain gorillas
While touring Uganda's lush landscapes, Bridget March gets a heart-stopping close-up with the severely endangered mounta...
Taking your Family to Egypt
When I tell people we are taking the kids to Egypt, I get two responses.
Economy or business? The choice is simple!
On most Egyptian tours, the long overnight train journey from Cairo down the Nile to Luxor or Aswan is unavoidable. This...
Beauty survival in the jungle
Now on month 13, I'm exploring the last continent on my world trip itinerary.
Trekking with Mountain Gorillas
The moment had arrived, our small gorilla trekking group had not been able to sleep given the excitement for what we wer...
The sandy road less travelled…
Many well travelled people are often looking for the next big thing but before the masses find out about it.
Amazing Thailand!
What do you think of when you picture Thailand? There are many things that may spring to your mind.
Israel – A Hidden Gem?
Israel has an incredible past and is shaping up to have an amazing future. It has much to offer travellers from all walk...
Another Part of Egypt…
I reach Dahab in the early afternoon after an eight-hour road journey from Cairo.
Maldives Magic
The tropical paradise of the Maldives has always seemed like it was reserved for honeymooners and the rich and famous.
8 products for less stressful travelling
The most experienced travel gurus know that the key to smart travelling is efficiency. Packing lightweight, compact item...
Nepal, more than just a mountain range
When I think about Nepal, the first thing that springs to mind is the image of a snow-covered Everest shooting into the...
Lest we forget…..
Almost 100 years ago today marks an infamous day in history for our Australian and Kiwi friends.
Felucca support boat
We are delighted to bring you some more information about the support facilities boat we are now providing on all our to...
An Encounter with Marrakech…
Marrakech is a wonderfully vibrant city. It is an explorer's paradise as you can spend days walking through the labyrint...
Destinations Show 2012
Last weekend Encounters Travel was at the Destinations Travel Show in London. It was a fantastic weekend with a huge tur...
As Glamorous as Casablanca
No one expected it to be anything out of the ordinary; it was one of hundreds of Hollywood movies released in 1943.
Am I Still on Planet Earth?
If ever there was an 'am I still on planet Earth?' sort of a desert, it's Wadi Rum.
An Ultimate Peruvian Amazon Adventure
Every adventurer dreams of a truly intrepid travel experience.
Tanzania – A Wildlife Paradise
It helps to remember that Tanzania's name is two old African states spliced together.
Jesus of Nazareth lived here
Known in the 4,000 year-old city of Jerusalem as 'Haram Esh-Sharif'and 'Western Wall' your guide will explain all this s...
Rose-Red Petra
Built in the 6th century BC as a capitol for the Nabataeans, Petra is your reward for a horse or camel-ride through the...
Showing off with stonework
Cairo is an African city of 15 million people. It is hot, hot-headed and frenetic with bustle, bazaars and traffic...
Trek the Fabulous Inca Trails
Dominated by the Andean mountain range, and wedged between the South Pacific and Amazon rainforest, Peru is a country th...
Kathmandu: Among the Mighty Himalayas
Landlocked 2,000-year-old Nepal is surrounded by China and India.
The Palaces of St Petersburg
He stood on the fortress of Nyenskans in Nven-town. Below him was the neck of the Neva River in the Gulf of Finland.
Turkey – The Blue Mosque
Istanbul began as the city of Byzantium in 667 BC under the ancient Greeks. Later called Constantinople, it became the i...
Thailand – Flooding Travel Warning
The UK Foreign Office travel advice has been updated with information and advice about the current flooding in Thailand.
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