Think of safari and our minds immediately wander to the African plains, to thundering wildebeest, towering giraffes and frolicking zebra. Yet, tracking animals in the wild takes on a whole new meaning in India says Asia expert, Cherylle, after a recent trip spent exploring its wildlife rich national parks. For me, a trip to Central India has more »

On safari in India

Getting to know Nepal
Nepal is a country so full of surprises. From the mighty Himalayas to the wildlife rich national parks, adventure is abundant in this largely undiscovered destination. Asia expert, Cherylle, visits Nepal for the first time, discovering fascinating culture and breathtaking landscapes at every turn. Although Nepal had never been on my bucket list, when the more »

A walk back in time along the Nakasendo Path
Japan, also known as the ‘Land of the Rising Sun’, is known for many things, from mouth-watering sushi, intriguing teahouses and lightning speed trains to ultra modern cities, ancient ryokans and extraordinary temples. Yet, it is Japan’s fantastic hiking that has caught our attention. Head of Asia Product, Kate, steps back in time on one more »

The world’s most amazing places to sleep
Whether it be the sounds of the bush, the lapping of the ocean or the twinkling night sky that brings a place to life at nighttime, a world awaits after dark. With this in mind, we’ve shortlisted our favourite destinations where getting a good night’s sleep sits top of the bill. 1. Sleep under the stars in more »

Big Cat Diaries
Whether they’re looking out over the African savannah or on the prowl in the Pantanal, all around the world majestic big cats dominate the wilderness. Here are a few of the fiercest felines to spot in the wild… Lion Often referred to as the king of the jungle, lions are the African savannah’s top predator. more »

Beat the heat
As much as we’re loving the hot weather that has taken hold of the UK, we can’t help but find ourselves dreaming of somewhere a little cooler. While office air-con units across the country struggle to combat these remarkable temperatures day after day, some of the coldest spots on the planet begin to seem quite more »