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Holiday Guide to South Africa
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Holiday Guide to South Africa

South Africa is a wonderful all-round holiday destination fusing a chance to go on safari with a host of other activities and attractions. Nuts and Bolts -Practicalities and plus points Direct flights to Johannesburg and Cape Town from London (11-12 hours flying time). Well-developed infrastructure allows a range of holiday combinations – different regions are...

Kenya replaces eVisa with eTA
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Kenya replaces eVisa with eTA

From 1 January 2024 the eVisa has been replaced by an eTA (electronic travel authorisation) for travel to Kenya. All visitors* including infants and children who intend to travel to Kenya, must have an approved eTA before the start of their journey. Visitors should apply for the eTA via www.etakenya.go.ke The fee is $34 USD. All eTA...

Holiday Guide to Zambia
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Holiday Guide to Zambia

For a true wilderness experience staying at small owner-run camps/lodges, and the chance to see spectacular wildlife,  Zambia is sensational. Nuts and Bolts -Practicalities and plus points The international gateways are Lusaka and Livingstone, however an extensive Proflight network offers connections throughout the country. Direct flights to Lusaka with BA ended over a decade ago. ...

Holiday Guide to Kenya
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Holiday Guide to Kenya

Golden plains and rolling hills reminiscent of the movies, wildlife action akin to an Attenborough documentary, and warm and welcoming people – say hello to Kenya. Whether you’re planning a first safari blockbuster,  or an off-the-beaten-track fifteenth safari, Kenya is a great choice. Nuts and Bolts -Practicalities and plus points Easily accessible from Europe with...

How Costa Rica is Leading the Way in Sustainable Practices
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How Costa Rica is Leading the Way in Sustainable Practices

Despite being a reasonably small country, Costa Rica has become a beacon for sustainable practices worldwide, leading the way in eco-friendly initiatives and conservation efforts. It’s just one of many reasons why Costa Rica holidays are becoming increasingly popular across the world. Over the years, the country has implemented various initiatives that aim to protect...

Wild Weekend
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Wild Weekend

Thanks to everyone who visited our Wild Weekend event with SaxonAir in Norwich at the end of May. The weekend was a great opportunity to explore aviation’s wider relationship with conservation, mitigating actions and what a sustainable future in this sector can and will look like in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Friday:...

Top 7 Reasons Nepal a Perfect Travel Destination
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Top 7 Reasons Nepal a Perfect Travel Destination

Nepal is a small hidden country in between two massive nations in the world. To the east, south, and west, Nepal neighbors India; meanwhile whole north of the country borders China. Even though Nepal is wedged between these two big countries, Nepal has its own individuality, which is very different and beautiful in a unqiue...

Endangered Species of Bahrain
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Endangered Species of Bahrain

Bahrain has a number of endangered species that benefit from conservation projects in the country. Discover the rare and threatened animals of Bahrain in our blog post. Each country around the world has its own unique range of flora and fauna. Sadly, some species in each location have their survival threatened, either on a local...

What’s it like to travel abroad during Covid?
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What’s it like to travel abroad during Covid?

In August I booked a last-minute villa in the Peloponnese in Greece, and flights with Ryan Air.  I travelled with my immediate family. We had a brilliant week away and felt thoroughly refreshed. I understand many people are reluctant to travel during the pandemic but for us, the chance to get away for a week...