Places of Interest Blogs

Cycling along the scenic Danube River with a boat in the background, part of the Danube Boat & Bike tour featuring picturesque landscapes, European countryside, and cultural landmarks.

Is the Danube Boat & Bike Tour Right for You?

Embark on an unforgettable journey combining the thrill of cycling along the boat path with the serenity of river cruising.
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X’ian: The Magical Eastern End of the Old Silk Road

Once the eastern gateway of the Silk Road and the beating heart of 13 dynasties, Xi’an is more than just a city—it’s a living archive of Chinese civilization.
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The Kimberley, Australia

Why the Galapagos Islands Should Be on Your Travel Bucket List

Cradled by the Pacific and forged by fire, the Galapagos Islands are nature’s wild laboratory.
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Paris | July 2023

A few fun filled days in Paris. Vive La France!
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Janet Shankland

Ethiopia Flavours

People’s ways of eating, what they grow, how they cook it, share it and their food customs, develop over time as part of their culture and in response to their environment. Charmian Smith discovers how food and culture are interrelated in Ethiopia.
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Lourdes. France

Lourdes

Stu McGregor offers insight from his visit to Lourdes as part of the Way of St James walking tour.
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Khiva: Lighthouse in the Desert

A mirage appeared on the horizon – a tall tower faceted with blue tiles rising above the beige walls of a fortress.
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Bukhara: Whispers of the Silk Road

Hot sun, blue tiles, a whisper of a breeze and the faint smell of camel – all this means I have to be on a street in Bukhara.
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