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Want to put an African twist on Christmas and ring in 2017 on an overland safari? Acacia Africa has outlined some of the most exciting destinations where you could be celebrating and you won’t need Netflix, turkey and trimmings or overpriced New Year’s Eve tickets when you’re on location in Southern and East Africa.

Arno Delport, Sales & Marketing Manager at Acacia Africa, comments, “If you are considering a break with tradition in 2016, you should start looking to book Christmas and New Year dep

The vivid green city of Pune in the western state of Maharashtra is home to a wide variety of scenic lakes and dams that surround the metropolis in almost all its borders. These lakes add the very touch of green spaces, medium-height hillocks, serene waterfronts, and rejuvenation spots right at a ride or a drive of just a few hours.

The beauty of these lakes and dams pop up in complete glory during the rainy season. These lakes and dams offer ideal spots to escape the chaos of the urban concrete

Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim, the landlocked state surrounded by mountains on three sides. Gangtok is a picturesque hill station lying in the lap of Eastern Himalayas, boasting of some breathtaking panoramic views. For most tourists who visit this hilly city, the sightseeing in Gangtok revolves around old Buddhist monasteries and high-altitude view points to witness the Kanchenjunga range. But beyond the lush green hills and snow-capped mountains, Gangtok is also one of the best adventure pl

Synonymous to colorful culture, dangling artefacts and pink color of the city, hidden gems of Rajasthan has distinctiveness to offer to all the travelers, be it from abroad or the native state. But the question arises that why one would visit these pockets of Rajasthan when conventional places also show the same charm? Well, here is where you might not be running your thoughts right!

"The greatest secrets lie in most unlikely places"

Saying it perfectly aligned to the topic, off-beat places to vis

When people think about going on an adventure and experiencing new and exciting things, usually that is paired with imagining a faraway land. But you don’t have to travel to the other side of the world to have a new experience. Sometimes, that new and exciting adventure is only a two-hour drive, or may even be right in your town or city! 

Have you explored everything that your area has to offer? Or is it easy to ignore your own town because you’re busy looking for adventure elsewhere? Take the t

For its fourth year, the intense ultra-trail running endurance race The North Face Endurance Challenge Costa Rica returns to the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.

On Saturday, May 28, 2016, hundreds of runners from all over the world will challenge themselves and each other in four endurance trail-running races of 10 km, 21 km, 50 km and 80 km on the slopes of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano. All races are individual, with no teams.

Demanding trails cover difficult yet beautiful ter

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Europe - and the world - tempt with many amazing travel destinations, but Croatia in some ways is in a class by itself. Known for its stunning coastline, mouthwatering cuisine, and intriguing culture, Croatia should be one of the countries for your bucket list. If you love the beach, you will have plenty to lovely options along the Dalmatian coast, from laid back to amped up. It's also popular because it offers a raft of amenities both upscale and budget-friendly, and has become even m

If you're looking to step into the boots of a real cowboy on your riding holiday look no further than Ranch Rider, as the tour operator is run by keen equestrians and horse owners, their passion to help you get more out of your time in the saddle.

Tony Daly, managing director of Ranch Rider, comments, “Even though branding, roping and cattle work are available activities at most working ranches, there are always subtle key differences in the guest experience from one ranch to another. From the be

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Travelers usually rave about Vietnam’s magnificent natural beauty, rich culture along with unique traditional lifestyle from north to south. Furthermore, by motorbike or on tours is the typical way most travelers choose to discover those features. However, there is alternative transportation to get a splendid bird’s eye view of the stunning landscapes. Have you ever wondered what it’s like to fly, to feel nothing but the air beneath you and the wind taking you on a journey? Of course yo

Being in Hong Kong can be overwhelming. In a city boasting over seven million people, there are is so much to do here. The city boasts of rich culture, interesting sites and a whole lot of intriguing things. One thing that you cannot miss is the food. In such a huge city, you can expect countless coffee shops, restaurants, and street food joints. But due to its populous nature, most of these places are always crowded and noisy.

Finding a quiet spot for coffee or relaxation in Hong Kong can be a

Being home to the Himalayan Mountains, a great number of scenic destinations in India experience snowfall. In addition to making the spot look like a winter wonderland, these snow-covered slopes also offer many exciting adventure activities. From skiing to snowboarding, ice skating to ice climbing, winter is the only time to experience all these adventure sports in India.

Large parts of north and northeast India are covered in snow during the winter months. Most of these destinations are popula

YHA Kenya Travel Tours And Safaris is a professional and experienced tour operator for Kenya, Tanzania holidays, We seek to give you best expert advice on affordable good value Kenya Camping safaris, holiday trips, Adventure,tours price on all inclusive safari packages.

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Since 2006, Active Travel Asia started out as a tour operator in Vietnam delivering a wide selection of adventure tours for global travelers to Indochina. Over the years, Active Travel Asia has become a Southeast Asia’s leading DMC specializing in offering premium all-inclusive adventure tours to Vietnam.

Active Travel Asia is passionate about getting travelholics into the amazing adventure experiences. With various adventure styles comprising of trekking, paragliding, kayaking, motorbiking and b

It’s not always easy to be eco-friendly or sustainable when running a business, especially in a country like Costa Rica, which sets the bar high for ecotourism.

Costa Rica essentially pioneered the flourishing ecotourism trend nearly two decades ago. Since then, with the many stringent demands of its Certification for Sustainable Tourism (CST) program, it takes a great deal of commitment, hard work and dedication to authentically be a sustainable eco-friendly business.

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Visitors who come to Vietnam are always attracted by its mighty natural beauty, from the yellow northern terraces in the period of harvesting season stretching down to the central highland and the bustling areas of the Mekong Delta in the south. And it would be a shame to not visit without taking part in the most popular types of trekking - hiking its verdant jungles mountains, and fields - so here's list of the best places to fulfill your Vietnam adventure

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Giraffe drinking at Namibia's Etosha National Park (c) Bruce Sai Louie

Acacia Africa operates a variety of tours across Southern and East Africa including multi-country camping and accommodated overland tours, small group safaris, city and beach stays and short safaris and treks.

A leading adventure travel specialist with over 100 tours on its website, Acacia is the go-to operator If you’re planning to book a bite-size seven-day journey to see the Big Five or if you’re looking to take a longer one