“Valparaíso, how absurd you are…you haven’t combed your hair, you’ve never had time to get dressed, life has always surprised you.” – Pablo Neruda Valparaiso is colourful, vivacious, chaotic and a little surreal. It’s grungy, a little wild and the life of the party. Only 115km from Santiago though, this port-town has to be seen to […]
Category Archives: Tours
Barcelona, Europe, Reviews, Spain, Tours, Western Europe
Bouncing Around Barcelona – The bike tour with a difference
04
Aug
Aug
Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia and the second-most populous municipality in Spain, has many claims to fame – a world-renowned football team, impressive Spanish landmarks and buildings and weather to make most jealous – but there’s something special about this incredible city that most people aren’t aware of. Not only does it have beautiful unexpected […]
Destinations, Europe, Scotland, Tours, United Kingdom
Checking Out Scotland’s Highlights with Highland Explorer Tours
31
Jul
Jul
With its rolling green hills, towering Highlands, fantastic people and intriguing history, Scotland is both as gorgeous as it is accessible. Before visiting, we’d heard great things about Edinburg so we knew it was where we wanted to base ourselves. With that said, nobody comes to Scotland with dreams of its cities – lochs, crags […]
14
May
May
Finding and booking with the right tour company for your next destination can be a hard, even for an experienced traveler. Why? Because the company you book with has absolute power to inspire or discourage your impression of a destination or activity during your time with them. I thought I had found a great tour […]
Activities, Eco Tourism, Europe, Iceland, Scandinavia/Nordic Countries, Tours
Snæfellsnes Peninsula – Better Than Iceland’s Golden Circle!
09
Mar
Mar
Some things just feel like they were meant to be. Places, rugged and wild, that are so gorgeous, they just have to be seen. Iceland was that for us. Likewise, some people seem like they were born into their jobs, a perfect fit for what they’re doing. Bessi of Moonwalker tours is the epitome of someone who’s […]
Activities, Adventure, Africa, Eco Tourism, planning, Tours
How to Pick an African Overland Tour – A Guide to Booking the Trip of a Lifetime
26
Feb
Feb
Sarah recently planned an overland trip in Africa (without spending a fortune which is no easy feat). This post shares her top tips to help you select the perfect budget overland trip for your needs. Overlanding and travelling in Africa is a once-in-a-lifetime experience – one that I had been dreaming of since I was a young […]
Activities, Eco Tourism, Europe, Iceland, Scandinavia/Nordic Countries, Tours
Iceland’s South Coast – Exploring with Arctic Tours
13
Feb
Feb
Iceland, widely known as the land of fire and ice, is a country of extremes. Gorgeous, breathtaking, incredible extremes. During our time on this stunning island, we joined Hörður on a winter tour of Iceland’s South Coast – an experience we enjoyed every moment of. Whether you plan on joining a tour with Arctic Tours Iceland […]
Activities, Mid-Range, New Zealand, Oceania, Reviews, Tours
Not All Those Who Visit Matamata Are Lost: A Visit to Hobbiton
09
Dec
Dec
What better way to kick off my debut travel here on Exploring Kiwis than with Hobbiton? After all, for many foreigners, Lord of the Rings is probably the first thing that springs to mind when they think of New Zealand – and I don’t blame them. In truth, this isn’t my first visit to Hobbiton either […]
Activities, Dubai, Mid-Range, Middle East, Reviews, Tours, United Arab Emirates
Exploring ‘The Palm’, Dubai – Xclusive Tours Review
05
Dec
Dec
Looking for a different perspective for your Dubai sight-seeing? Check out our review of the Xclusive Tours Palm boat tour… Dubai is known around the world for its countless unique sky scrapers; these marvels of engineering dominate the skyline, making the city unlike any other. The tallest building in the world, the tallest residential tower, […]
Activities, Adventure, day trip, Europe, Iceland, Itineraries, planning, Scandinavia/Nordic Countries, Tours
Bring on the Snow! Planning our Iceland Trip…
24
Nov
Nov
Iceland – the land of puffins, fluffy wild horses, natural geothermic pools, towering waterfalls and giant glaciers. In less than a month we’ll hit this winter wonderland and I couldn’t be more excited! We’ve got the most amazing itinerary lined up, some accommodation locked in and an awesome Jeep with our name on it. Snuggly […]
09
Nov
Nov
It’s funny how something as simple as walking through a city can change your perspective so significantly. India was amazing, eye-opening and at times confronting, but I’ve never experienced anything quite like our visit to the Slums of Delhi. Initially we were hesitant to visit the slums – the idea of walking though peoples homes […]
Central Europe, Croatia, day trip, Europe, Tours
An Introduction to the Croatian Islands – Paradise Found
22
Oct
Oct
Ahhh Croatia, the secret is well and truly out! Gorgeous islands, pristine beaches, lush national parks; there isn’t much you could want in a summer holiday destination that this ex-Yugoslavian nation doesn’t already offer. Having heard many friends tout the beauty of the Croatian islands, we excitedly booked our spots on a boat tour around […]
Central Europe, Croatia, Europe, Krka National Park, Tours
Krka Waterfall Tour – Exploring Croatia with Viator
26
Sep
Sep
Croatia is absolutely gorgeous; locals have known it forever and travellers the world over are coming to realise. In fact, I don’t think I know one single person that’s not sung Croatia’s praises! So many people though, stick to the coastline whilst exploring this beautiful country, neglecting the national parks and gorgeous little villages. Looking back […]
Accommodation, Bela Krajina, Central Europe, Europe, Slovenia, Tours
Big Berry: Glamping with a Twist in Slovenia
20
Sep
Sep
They say it’s the journey, not the destination that matters – those people have clearly never had the pleasure of visiting Big Berry in Slovenia! Hidden away in Bela Krajina, Big Berry offers those looking for a more authentic insight into the country a touch of luxury whilst immersing them in nature. The concept of Big Berry […]
Activities, Europe, Food, Italy, Rome, Tours
A Foodie’s Paradise: Eating Italy – Rome (+ Your Discount Code!)
21
Jul
Jul
There are few countries as synonymous for their food as Italy; even before setting foot here, we were aware of how Italians cherish their food and the traditions that come with it. It seemed inevitable then, that part of our time in the capital city of Rome, would be spent checking out some of their local […]
Activities, Adventure, Africa, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Eco Tourism, Featured, Holidays, Tours, Uganda
Tracking Gentle Giants: Gorillas in the Highlands of Uganda
17
Jun
Jun
Having hiked through 20 minutes of the most challenging terrain we’d ever experienced, we stopped dead in our tracks. The hushed whispers of the trackers left us puzzled… these walks can take upwards of 4 hours, what had caused us to stop so soon? Before long, the answer became abundantly clear. A scruff of dark fur […]
Activities, Africa, Eco Tourism, Kenya, Masai Mara, Murchison Falls, Tours, Uganda
Hunting out the Best East African Safari – Kenya vs. Uganda
05
Jun
Jun
East Africa is home to the most amazing safari adventures. Whether it’s your first time on safari or you’re a seasoned pro, this guide will help you decide on the best safari trip. Kenya or Uganda? You decide… As you would expect, our safaris were amongst the top things we did in Uganda and Kenya; […]
Accommodation, Africa, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Eco Tourism, Itineraries, Kabale Forest, Kampala, Kenya, Masai Mara, Murchison Falls, Nairobi, Tanzania, Tours, Uganda, Zanzibar
Our East African Itinerary – Two Weeks in the Motherland
28
May
May
East Africa – I don’t think it would be over-reaching to suggest this could just be the dream destination for every animal lover! If you’re considering a getaway to Africa this post will (hopefully) help you decide how you might split your time between Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda. Happy planning (and stay tuned for more detailed […]
Activities, Holidays, Jordan, Middle East, Petra, Stop Overs & Quick Trips, Tours
10 Tips to Help you see Petra like a Local
14
Mar
Mar
I didn’t realise how much I wanted to see the ancient cliffside carvings of Petra until travelling to the Middle East became a reality for us… once our move to Abu Dhabi got locked in, however, it was almost all I could think of! Everywhere I turned, I spotted incredible photos of the infamous Lost […]
Itineraries, Jordan, Middle East, Petra, The Dead Sea, Tours, Wadi Rum
Your Essential Four Day Itinerary in Jordan
14
Feb
Feb
There really are not enough superlatives to do Jordan any level of justice when describing it! The people were incredibly warm and friendly and we enjoyed soaking up the landmarks that until then, we’d only dreamed of being able to visit. We had the absolute time of our lives on our recent trip to Jordan, and […]