A guide to the Greek Islands
A summer in Europe isn’t complete without a visit to the Greek Islands! Yes, June/July/August is a busy time to visit and the weather can be quite hot – but for the 20/30 somethings, it really is a great time to explore these incredible islands! If you’re looking to avoid the crowds, but still experience […]
5 experiences that prove Sri Lanka is an adventurer’s paradise
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid, by Ryan Bolton. Let’s start here: Sri Lanka has it all, adventure-seekers. Remarkable landscapes that take a while for you to register all that you’re seeing. Rich, succulent foods with exotic flavours that dance in the sea breeze. Vast multi-cultural and multi-religious roots. Fun-loving, curious locals. […]
10 Unique stays that should be on your bucket list
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid, by Rebecca Shapiro. Sometimes any old hotel just doesn’t do. Actually, any old hotel never does the job at Intrepid Travel. We’re all about locally-owned ones, authentic ones, and ones that offer something a little bit different. So, to give you a sneak peak at some […]
The highlights of Mexico – on a Geckos small group tour!
Written by Peregrine Travel Centre SA team member Adriana. When we think Mexico, quite often people imagine relaxing on the beach, cocktail in hand and staying in luxury all-inclusive resorts. While this is the case for destinations like Cancun, Cabo San Lucas and Playa Del Carmen – there is a whole other side to this […]
Why everyone should experience a solo adventure at least once in their life
Written by Peregrine Travel Centre SA team member Adriana. I’ve always been fortunate enough to be able to travel with family or friends, even on past group tours I’ve always had at least one friend with me as a travel companion. When the opportunity arose for me to embark on a 15-day Geckos Adventures tour […]
7 experiences that prove the Galapagos Islands are the definition of bucket list-worthy
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel, by Georgina Lawton. For many travellers, the idea of exploring Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands is one drenched in folklore. Most have heard about the out-of-this-world display of incredible animals and fauna which, after a five-week visit in 1835, inspired Charles Darwins’ On The Origin Of Species. […]
Where to travel in April
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel, by Liv Bohn. You’ve decided you want to travel more this year (good on you), but you’re struggling to choose your next destination. Surely there’s an easier way than trawling through endless travel mags and guidebooks for the answers, right? That’s where our ultimate month-by-month […]
9 alternative travel spots for 2018
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel Here at Intrepid we’re all about tackling the negative impact of over-tourism. And for us, the most exciting way to do this is by exposing you to those lesser-known destinations. Just because you haven’t heard of somewhere isn’t a reason not to go there, and […]
6 of the best beaches in Sri Lanka (and when to visit them)
Original blog post features on The Journal by Intrepid Travel, by Amy Foyster. Sri Lanka is fast becoming one of the world’s hottest travel destinations. The people are incredibly friendly, the food is to die for (I’m looking at you string hoppers and kotthu roti) and there are lots of amazing cultural sites to drink […]
Travel Insurance – the one thing you should never leave home without!
If you are heading off on an overseas adventure there is one thing you should not forget to pack – travel insurance! We have a saying here at Peregrine Travel Centre SA – ‘If you can’t afford travel insurance – then you can’t afford to travel!’ You just never know when something may interrupt your […]
Why you shouldn’t wait to go to the Canadian Rockies
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel, by Eliza Gower. I know India is more exotic, and Italy more delicious, Brazil is probably more fun, but the Canadian Rockies will make you feel connected to the natural world in a way that is difficult to articulate. It’s like dropping into a lake-laden, […]
Get to know Philly, NYC’s smaller but popular neighbour
If you find yourself visiting the City that never sleeps – then we recommend a visit to its fascinating neighbour Philadelphia! A city rich in history, culture, great food and a long list of fun and exciting things to do. How long should you spend here? Where should you go? How should you get around? […]
Trip or Treat? Spookiest Adventures from Around the World
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel. It’s that time of year: Halloween. To celebrate, Intrepid Travel have come up with a list of their most terrifying trips that take travellers to the world’s spookiest events and destinations. Read on – IF YOU DARE! Bran Castle This isn’t a fortification built of […]
Top 6 places around the world to improve your cooking skills
A great way to learn about a local culture or destination is through their food. Eating delicious traditional dishes, visiting local produce markets and sampling tasty treats from local stores are a great way to taste your way around a city. What if you want to take a little bit of the local food home […]
Lonely Planet’s Best Destinations for 2018
It’s that time of the year again – when Lonely Planet release their coveted ‘Top Destinations’ list! If you’re anything like us it’s a great starting point to help you plan your travel wish list for the year ahead and the 2018 list is definitely filled with incredible destinations. We took a look at the […]
Insiders guide to Japan
A fascinating destination with a unique mix of modern city and historical charm – Japan is a country worth exploring! Whether it is to experience the sheer beauty during Cherry Blossom season, the bright lights of Tokyo or learn about the traditional heritage of the Geisha, there is so much to learn and enjoy travelling […]
11 foods to try in Germany that aren’t schnitzels
Original blog post featured on Geckos Tales, by Millie Lester. Believe it or not, there’s more to Germany than crumbed pieces of pounded pork fried in oil. Germany is one twelve-paged, double-sided, laminated food menu just waiting to be perused by hoards of hungry travellers, and while Deutschland is globally celebrated for its iconic schnitzel, […]
24 hours in: Dubai
Original blog post featured on the Urban Adventures Blog. Dubai is a destination that offers enough to see and do that you could spend weeks in the multifaceted city and not cross everything off your must-see list. But that doesn’t mean a short visit can’t be satisfying. Due to its location and size of the […]
10 Experiences Every Traveller Should Have in Morocco
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel, by Rebecca Shapiro. Morocco is simply mesmerizing. It’s a country we could explore for months and never tire of. How could you, when it encompasses the vastness of the Sahara, the most ancient medinas, countless epic mountain ranges, and more? And that’s without even taking […]
The top destinations for travel in December
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel, written by Miranda Forstmanis. Picking your next destination isn’t easy, but there’s a better way than spinning a big globe, closing your eyes and slamming your finger down (it’ll probably end up in middle of the Atlantic, and wifi there is patchy, to say the […]
