Based On A True Story

Based On A True Story We create one-off adventures, family expeditions, extraordinary honeymoons and thrilling fantasies in the world's most breathtaking locations.

The beauty, artistry, and soul of Día de los Mu***os. 💀🌸A mystifying invitation transported our honeymoon guests into an...
31/10/2024

The beauty, artistry, and soul of Día de los Mu***os. 💀🌸

A mystifying invitation transported our honeymoon guests into an exclusive fiesta like no other – a swirl of vibrant colours, altars adorned with marigolds, sugar skulls, and flickering candles. Where dancers with intricate face paint transformed the night into a vibrant celebration of Mexican culture.

An unforgettable evening, designed to showcase Mexico in its most mesmerising form.

For those who choose to live life at its most extraordinary ✨
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💀 The eerie Chauchilla Cemetery, where ancient skeletons, ritually wrapped in embroidered cotton, have rested for over 1...
27/10/2024

💀 The eerie Chauchilla Cemetery, where ancient skeletons, ritually wrapped in embroidered cotton, have rested for over 1,000 years.

This mysterious burial ground is just one of many relics left by the Nazca people of modern-day Peru. Renowned for their vibrant pottery, intricate textiles, and the iconic Nazca Lines, the Nazca left behind remarkable traces of their existence—yet many of their secrets remain hidden.

Our guests, alongside one of the world’s foremost Nazca Line experts, delved deep into this ancient civilization’s curious past, ending with a private aerial viewing of the legendary lines. ✨

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🌿 The Kogi & The Lost City 🌿Earlier this year, we curated an extraordinary journey into Colombia’s mysterious past. Our ...
04/10/2024

🌿 The Kogi & The Lost City 🌿

Earlier this year, we curated an extraordinary journey into Colombia’s mysterious past.

Our guests—intrepid adventurers with a thirst for knowledge—were granted ultra-exclusive access to ‘La Ciudad Perdida’ (the Lost City). Guided by the foremost authority on the region’s ancient civilisations, they explored the ruins that are perched atop a lofty mountain, uncovering the secrets of a forgotten world.

Venturing further into the forested peaks of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, our guests experienced the rare privilege of spending time with the Kogi People.

This profoundly spiritual tribe lives in perfect harmony with nature and, to safeguard their traditions rarely interacts with the outside world. Our lucky guests were welcomed in a rare and deeply respectful encounter—a privilege that few will ever experience.

📸 by our expert facilitator


We’re excited to be back in the warm embrace of Marrakech this week, returning to one of our favourite annual events, th...
09/09/2024

We’re excited to be back in the warm embrace of Marrakech this week, returning to one of our favourite annual events, the epic and influential .

We look forward to meeting with old friends and making new acquaintances.

See you there! 🇲🇦

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In a world where privacy is a luxury, African conservancies offer an unparalleled retreat within nature’s embrace.Vision...
21/08/2024

In a world where privacy is a luxury, African conservancies offer an unparalleled retreat within nature’s embrace.

Visionary leaders, Great Plains combine species conservation with community benefits and extraordinary safari experiences to fund vast tracts of protected land. 

From the comfort of stunningly designed and deeply luxurious lodges and camps, discover the profound awe of witnessing Africa’s wildlife in its natural habitat.

With our established on-the-ground relationships, we can work closely with you to identify your interests and design an ultra-personalised journey that allows you to engage in critical conservation projects.

Authentic, immersive, transformative—these are life-changing journeys that redefine travel.

For those who choose to live life at it’s most extraordinary ✨

📸 Photos by and

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Reflecting on one of our early pioneering expeditions, almost 20 years ago, on the wild island of Borneo. We created a m...
07/06/2024

Reflecting on one of our early pioneering expeditions, almost 20 years ago, on the wild island of Borneo.

We created a multi-logistical masterpiece through land, air, sea and river for our adventurous clients, including a world-first exploration of the Kinabatangan River by super yacht and a special invitation to an Indigenous Kadazan wedding.

Close encounters with orangutans in the rainforests of Danum Valley, diving amongst shoaling barracuda and an array of pelagic giants at Sipidan Island, and trekking among endless natural marvels in Gunung Mulu National Park.

Placing trust in our reconnaissance, our guests were rewarded with unprecedented access to Borneo’s supreme beauty, staggering biodiversity, and its melting pot of cultures, religions and cuisines. ✨

👀 who can spot Mr ?

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Our team is back in Japan! 🇯🇵 One of our favourite backdrops, which has set the stage for some of our most creative adve...
01/05/2024

Our team is back in Japan! 🇯🇵 One of our favourite backdrops, which has set the stage for some of our most creative adventures.

We’ve been checking out new and exciting locations and properties, and strengthening our long-standing relationships on the ground.

Having brought magic to life here for two decades, we look forward to an exciting new chapter in our epic Japanese story 🏯🎏

The adventure continues...

Eastern Europe’s most expansive and alluring coastline.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Secluded golden beaches, remote forest fringed ...
17/04/2024

Eastern Europe’s most expansive and alluring coastline.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Secluded golden beaches, remote forest fringed islands and charming cobblestone towns. Turquoise waters and forested hills, fjords and fairytales all await curious sailors on a magnificent superyacht sojourn between Croatia and Montenegro. Combining medieval myth, exquisite cuisine and cutting edge elegance, this gorgeous riviera gives Italy and France a run for their money. Chic. Unspoilt. Convivial. Croatia and Montenegro are the Adriatic’s crowning glory.

📸 Our guests’ magnificent Adriatic adventures ✨ For those who choose to live life at its most extraordinary…

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A larger-than-life adventure playground, New Zealand’s natural splendour provides the ultimate backdrop for an epic road...
28/03/2024

A larger-than-life adventure playground, New Zealand’s natural splendour provides the ultimate backdrop for an epic road trip.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Follow an inspiring journey that guides you between the very best of New Zealand’s luxury lodges, using comfortable SUVs and speedy sports cars to access the most magical environments, world-class dining, and a huge range of exhilarating outdoor experiences.

Celebrate the Art of the Road Trip. More at the link in our bio.

For those who choose to live life at its most extraordinary ✨

📸 images captured on our magical New Zealand ventures through the years.

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The power of a photograph for conservation. This World Wildlife Day, we illuminate the remarkable work of and their non...
03/03/2024

The power of a photograph for conservation.

This World Wildlife Day, we illuminate the remarkable work of and their non-profit partners, , who together continue to champion leopard conservation in Africa and around the world.

Using camera trap technology within Singita’s concessions, scientists have been able to monitor leopard population density and distribution - gathering vital data to help protect this iconic species from extinction.

Combining this work with innovative initiatives targeting the illicit fur trade, mitigation of human conflict, and protection of prey populations, Singita’s South African reserves are proudly home to some of the world’s best-protected leopard populations 🐆

Staying in sustainably designed and extremely comfortable private lodges, Singita offers life-changing safari encounters to its adventurous guests…

For those who choose to live life at its most extraordinary…

📸 Image by on a recent visit to Singita Lebombo

With magnificent wildlife encounters, fascinating ancient cultures and breathtakingly diverse landscapes, Kenya and Tanz...
24/02/2024

With magnificent wildlife encounters, fascinating ancient cultures and breathtakingly diverse landscapes, Kenya and Tanzania are firm favourites for a classic safari.

The wildlife has never been more captivating, the conservation stories more compelling, the lodges as welcoming…

East Africa’s call has never been stronger 🧳✨

For those who choose to live life at its most extraordinary.

📸 Images captured through our many spectacular African adventures.

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Fuelled by the pursuit of true adventure, our team has orchestrated countless epic expeditions over the years. Whilst ea...
09/02/2024

Fuelled by the pursuit of true adventure, our team has orchestrated countless epic expeditions over the years.

Whilst each leaves its mark on the landscape of world exploration, one particular adventure stands out as one of the most awe-inspiring…

Vanuatu, with its untamed beauty and fiery landscapes, served as the backdrop for one of our brave guest’s most daring missions: the first-ever descent into the depths of an active volcano 🌋

Rappelling towards a boiling lava lake at the heart of an unexplored crater is no simple matter. This was a world-first feat that demanded meticulous preparation, unwavering flexibility, and the expertise of a world-class team.

Our ranks swelled with distinguished adventurers, seasoned expedition leaders, intrepid storm chasers, and documentary filmmakers, all joined by experienced volcano experts from across the globe.

Together, with the guidance of local experts intimately acquainted with the archipelago’s secrets, they embarked on a mission to test the limits of exploration and conquer the unknown…

For those who choose to live life at its most extraordinary ✨🚁

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An epic brief demands an equally epic storyline...Never has this been more evident than the enchanting odyssey we crafte...
02/02/2024

An epic brief demands an equally epic storyline...

Never has this been more evident than the enchanting odyssey we crafted through the Peloponnese for four generations of a very special family.

A truly cinematic production, this multi-chapter masterpiece unfolded as an immersive and educational family adventure, destined to become a legend in its own right.

Guided by a celestial vision from Apollo, the children embarked on a quest in search of Odysseus. What ensued was a series of magical encounters with fearsome monsters and majestic gods and goddesses.

Seamlessly intertwining various texts from tragic Greek playwrights, we created a unique blend of mysterious mythology. Our creativity breathed life into the narrative, bringing the past to vivid reality.

Journeying alongside Zeus, the Minotaur, Cyclops, Medusa, the Sirens and the Hydra, the children solved riddles, faced trials, learned to fight with King Menelaus and a platoon of Spartans, and even took a helicopter ride over to Olympia itself. There, we orchestrated a world-first exclusive privatisation of the town and a remarkable recreation of the ancient Olympic Games!

An engaging and enriching adventure for the young and a chance for the adults to savour their precious family time…

For those who choose to live life at its most extraordinary… ✨

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Fragile and fleeting, yet infinitely beautiful; a metaphor for life itself 🌸Sakura cherry blossoms - iconic in their lan...
12/01/2024

Fragile and fleeting, yet infinitely beautiful; a metaphor for life itself 🌸

Sakura cherry blossoms - iconic in their land - sweep upward through Japan from mid-March to May.

An expertly timed journey through the country’s ever-changing landscapes will position you in all the perfect spots to delight in the blushing blooms of spring.

For those who choose to live life at its most extraordinary… ✨

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📸 images captured by and .david.perry on a recent honeymoon through Japan

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The Art Of Celebration with Based On A True Story!Looking forward to the year ahead and creating many more magical and m...
01/01/2024

The Art Of Celebration with Based On A True Story!

Looking forward to the year ahead and creating many more magical and memorable moments…

For those who choose to live life at its most extraordinary ✨

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