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WHICH SAFARI DESTINATION IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
When it comes to choosing a destination for a safari trip you're spoilt for choice. This article runs through all of them and should help you decide which would be best for you.
sueaitken7
Mar 317 min read


WHAT'S THE BEST SAFARI FOR FEWER CROWDS?
“I’d like a safari that feels less crowded.” It’s something I hear quite a lot — and on the face of it, it sounds like a simple request. But in practice, it’s often where expectations and reality start to diverge. One of the most common assumptions is that all safaris are broadly the same: you head out on game drives, see wildlife, and the experience is fairly consistent wherever you go. In reality, the style of safari — and more specifically where you stay — has a huge impa
sueaitken7
Mar 302 min read


THE TROUBLE WITH COOKIE-CUTTER ITINERARIES
Standard travel itineraries don’t always suit everyone. Discover why tailor-made travel planning often creates a far better holiday experience.
sueaitken7
Mar 83 min read


A SAFARI IS NOT A BOLT ON: HOW TO PLAN A SAFARI AND BEACH HOLIDAY PROPERLY.
Thinking of combining safari with a beach holiday in Africa? Discover why safari isn’t a simple add-on — and how to plan it properly for Tanzania, Kenya, Botswana and beyond.
sueaitken7
Feb 244 min read


MY THIRD VISIT TO FASCINATING JAPAN
Planning a trip to Japan? Insights from my third visit, including Tokyo pacing, Japan Rail Pass advice, Sapporo Snow Festival and Nikko.
sueaitken7
Feb 234 min read


LONG HAUL DOESN'T HAVE TO MEAN WINTER
Some ideas for long haul destinations for travel from April to August
sueaitken7
Jan 302 min read


THE MYTH OF THE ‘ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME’ TRIP
Why defining a holiday as a once-in-a-lifetime trip can do more harm than good.
sueaitken7
Jan 243 min read


SOUTH AMERICA: NOTES FROM MY TRAVELS.
A series of memories based on my extensive travels around South America over the years.
sueaitken7
Jan 51 min read


SOUTH AMERICA: NOTES FROM MY TRAVELS.
One of my favourite memories from my extensive travels to South America over the years.
sueaitken7
Jan 51 min read


SOUTH AMERICA: NOTES FROM MY TRAVELS.
My favourite moments from my extensive travels around the amazing continent of South America.
sueaitken7
Jan 51 min read


SOUTH AMERICA: NOTES FROM MY TRAVELS.
Memorable moments from my extensive travels around the amazing continent of South America.
sueaitken7
Jan 51 min read


NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION: HOLIDAYS TO SOUTH AMERICA
Announcing a series of weekly posts based on my travels around South America over the years.
sueaitken7
Jan 31 min read
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