On the blog today we hear from Danae, Latin America Operations Manager and ex tour leader in Central America. She talks about the joy of bird watching in Costa Rica and the incredible feathered creatures you can spot in the jungle!
I have amazing memories of my year working as a Tour Leader around Central America back in 2018. I love showing travellers all that Latin-America has to offer such as incredible...
Mexico offers such vast options for visitors that it's difficult to narrow it down to Mexico's top spots. It could also be easy to miss out on the country's authentic places full of tradition and charm. Mexico's world known pristine beaches are just the tip of the iceberg of a country blessed with culture, nature and warm weather.
As a tour leader in Mexico, I normally...
Are you wondering what are the best places to go in November?
We’re passionate about adventure travel and with 33 years of experience in this niche industry, we understand that this travel style is different from your relaxing-by-the-hotel-pool holiday. The best time to embark on your adventure holiday may differ from the common perception of “go when it’s the hottest and driest”.
That’s why we’ve put...
It can be difficult to decide where to travel to, especially if you're bound by a certain time of year or month. Fear not, our travel calendar has lots of inspiration and idea for your next holiday! Below you'll find our best places to go in October.
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We know as much as the next person that staying at home is tough. Not only because we’re passionate travellers but also because we miss our family, friends and socialising in general. While the current situation is a whole new level of “challenging”, there are things to be thankful for. One prime example is having access to the internet, as with it comes a world of possibilities to get together virtually, keeping ourselves busy and even opportunities to...
Books have a fantastic way of transporting the reader to a world and time other than their own. Whilst some stories take place in locations that we consider familiar, many manage to portray images of places, cultures and eras around the planet so vividly that they take us to lands that are totally foreign. During times when the prospect of travel becomes impossible, books like these can become a restless traveller’s saving grace. From the comfort of your...
Fascinating ancient ruins and mouth wateringly delicious street food are arguably the two main pillars of every great trip to Mexico. Some travellers may have tasted all of Mexico’s most iconic dishes but aren’t too hot on their Mayan history. Others might be keen experts on Mexico’s past but haven’t dabbled in some of the nation’s favourite dishes. From the obvious favourites to the more obscure phenomena, parallels can be (tenuously)...
Costa Rica is known for its natural beauty, unique wildlife and otherworldly landscapes. This makes it a popular destination for travellers from all walks of life. Our focus today is why Costa Rica is also the perfect holiday destination for families! We speak to Debbie, Tucan Travel tailor-made specialist and mum of two. SheContinue Reading
International Literacy Day is an annual opportunity for Governments and civil society to highlight improvements in world literacy rates and come together to reflect on ongoing literacy challenges. Whilst globally we are moving in the right direction, there are significant challenges for the world’s poorest countries where high illiteracy rates are likely to be a key factor in stalling development. We cannot...
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Exploring Mulitlingualism in Latin America for International Literacy Day
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5 reasons you need to visit Cuba now!
In recent years Cuba has been steadily growing as a travel destination and having travelled through this charming country for 10 days, I can see why. Keep reading for my 5 reasons why you need to visit Cuba now!
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At a steady pace, in true Latin style, Cuba is building a number of hotels throughout this remarkable country to meet the...
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