Our intense journey through North India: Witnessing life and death on the Ganges in Varanasi, the breathtaking beauty of the Taj Mahal in Agra, and the thrilling Ranthambore Tiger Safari in Rajasthan (plus exploring Jodhpur and Jaipur) before ending up in Delhi.
The unforgettable 5-day Poon Hill Trek (3,210 m): Battling the 3,000+ stairs, experiencing the magical sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, staying in tea houses, and relaxing post-trek in beautiful Pokhara.
Our cultural journey through Nepal: Surviving the Indian Visa Gauntlet in Kathmandu, exploring the Stupas (Swayambhunath, Boudhanath), witnessing the Pashupatinath cremation rites, encountering Rhinos during a safari in Chitwan National Park, and visiting Lumbini (Buddha's birthplace).
A travel guide covering our post-cruise week in Athens, Greece, and Istanbul, Turkey. Highlights include climbing the Acropolis, watching the Athens Marathon, taking a free tour of the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sofia, and walking across the Bosphorus Bridge from Europe to Asia.
A comprehensive post covering our European circuit: family time in London and the New Forest, a week of Spanish language immersion in Madrid, Canadian Thanksgiving in Geneva, and a visit to the ancient ruins of Ostia Antica near Rome.
Our complete 21-day back-to-back Mediterranean cruise itinerary: Exploring Dubrovnik, Venice, and Kotor, followed by the historical sites of Ephesus, Knossos, and the highlights of Israel (Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and Galilee). A perfect blend of luxury and ancient history.
Our complete 3-week Morocco journey through chaos and colour. Highlights include: navigating the Fez medina, camel trekking in the Sahara Desert (Merzouga), relaxing in the blue city of Chefchaouen, hiking the Dades Gorge, and eating fresh seafood in coastal Essaouira.
Our 6-night stopover in Dubai—exploring the massive malls, ascending the Burj Khalifa, enduring a terrifying desert safari, and learning about the city’s strict cultural rules. Includes tips on using the Metro and budget accommodation.
Our East Africa finale: Nairobi's 'Nairobbery' streets (and a scary taxi mix-up!) gave way to the conservation success of Nakuru National Park, where we finally tracked rhinos and thousands of baboons. From Kilimanjaro's high peaks to conservation victories—we wrap up a chaotic, incredible month.
Our epic Tanzania Part 2 adventure: the 6-day challenge of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro (and turning back at 5,200m), followed by a 4-day safari across the Serengeti, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro Crater, including a spectacular leopard kill.