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A guide to trekking in Bhutan

Bhutan – known as ‘The Land of the Thunder Dragon’ is an incredible world of Himalayan mountains, magnificent fortresses, ancient monasteries and colourful Buddhist prayer flags. This secluded kingdom is relatively new to travel brochures, having only opened their doors to tourists in 1974, and has managed to maintain its strong heritage and culture. There […]

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Travelling to Japan during 2020’s big sporting event? Here’s everything you need to know.

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Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel, by Emily Kratzmann. The countdown is on. In July 2020, hundreds of thousands of sports-lovers from around the globe will descend on Japan for one of the biggest sporting events on earth. If you’re thinking of going, here’s everything you need to know about travelling […]

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Now’s the time to book Japan!

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An incredible destination with so much to offer travellers all year round, Japan is right on the top of our travel bucket lists for 2019! Whether you’re wanting to experience the beautiful cherry blossom season, looking at a getaway for the family during school holidays, wanting to hit the slopes and have an epic winter […]

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Add a little local to your next adventure

Are you looking for something extra to make your stay in a destination that little bit more authentic? As travellers we often want to immerse ourselves in a new destination, whether it’s by meeting the local people, trying traditional food and drinks, exploring significant sites or learning about their history and culture. If you’re on […]

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Video: Intrepid Sailing in Burma

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Check out Intrepid Travel’s latest video on the amazing Burma Sailing Trip. Head off the tourist trail (and seemingly off the map) as you dive headfirst into a Myanmar sailing adventure through the remote Myeik Archipelago. Setting off from the hustle and bustle of Phuket, explore lush rainforest, swim in turquoise waters and chill out […]

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24 hours in Phnom Penh

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It reads like a quiz question: “What capital city has streets named after Charles De Gaulle, Mao Tse Tung, Tito, Pasteur, and Jawaharlal Nehru?”. In case the headline didn’t give it away, it’s Phnom Penh. In this city, which walks in the present while shrouded in shadows of its past, you’ll find enough history to keep […]

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A Beginner’s Guide to Vietnam

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I thought I knew Vietnam. I grew up watching movies like Good Morning Vietnam and Platoon, and episodes of China Beach on TV. My parents took me to see Miss Saigon at Toronto’s Princess of Wales Theatre. Even though I was born several years after the fall of Saigon, 1980s media filled in the blanks for […]

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MYANMAR: IT’S TIME TO GO

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JULY 2016 | WORDS BY ELLENA JOHNSTONE FROM INSIDER JOURNEYS NOW IS THE TIME TO EXPLORE MYANMAR. From temple-strewn plains to golden stupas, floating gardens to colonial gems, Myanmar has so much to see and experience. Yet there is no denying the country is changing, and our advice is simple – it’s time to go. […]

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Monica visits South Korea

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Written by Peregrine Travel Centre Team Member Monica. In April I enjoyed a two week “Discover South Korea” tour with Exodus and there are many highlights in a country full of culture, history, natural beauty, and kimchi (fermented vegetables with chilli).  These are just a few and I hope you enjoy my journey. I found […]

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A coffee and foodie guide to Seminyak, Bali – The Food Curators

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The warmth of the tropics. Surf for days. Luscious, organic food. Buzzing but never frantic. Speed it up or slow it right down. The colours (bright everything) and smells (incense everything). It makes us giddy just thinking about the place. The coffee scene in Bali is extraordinary but not surprising, considering it is a major […]

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Five Authentic Cultural Experiences in Japan

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Japan, a country steeped in mythical traditions and modern wonders. Here are the top Five Authentic Cultural Experiences in Japan according to Travel Bulletin. 1. Traditional Tea Ceremony Tea ceremony or Chanoyu in Japan is a beautifully choreographed art. The ancient ritual is centred around the act of serving matcha, a finely powdered, traditional green tea. […]

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Lauren Visits Vietnam – Intrepid Real Food Adventure

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In January 2016 I visited Vietnam on the 12 day Intrepid Real Food Adventure.  The 12 day trip starts in Hanoi and finishes in Ho Chi Minh City. Here are a few of my trip highlights: Halong Bay Halong Bay is just stunning and not one of my photos does it justice. It is really somewhere […]

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