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Hampshire travel company designing tailormade holidays to far flung destinations. Every holiday I curate is unique, because every one of my clients is unique.

I plan and organise travel experiences for my clients, not just the run of the mill, but the unusual, the exciting, the adventurous, the off the beaten track. It could be visiting the natural wonders of the world, taking in the beauty of Japan’s Hakone National Park, witnessing the great migration in the Serengeti, trekking in South America, attending a Lantern Festival in Thailand, or getting up

close to mountain gorillas in Uganda. Whatever you dream of doing, I will put together the perfect itinerary tailored just for you. But they all start the same way… with an idea. My job as your personal travel consultant is to use my wealth of travel experience, along with my connections with local ground handlers, to find you the most authentic local experiences so that you can relax and make memories. Together we can make your dream a reality. So, if there’s an adventure you’ve always dreamt of, maybe now’s the time to start planning?

25/12/2024

From my family to yours… Merry Christmas!

May your day be filled with love and laughter 🫶

18/11/2024

𝐦𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐖𝐨𝐳𝐢 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬
𝑆𝑜𝑢𝑡ℎ 𝐴𝑓𝑟𝑖𝑐𝑎

mFulaWozi Wilderness is found in the heart of KwaZulu-Natal’s Zululand. A part of Africa that embodies the lure of the Big 5, the game drives, the wilderness walks, the sheer luxury of its lodges and the specialised wellness treatments for every guest, from dawn to dusk.

Guests are treated to a different experience everyday, from the dedicated and passionate staff and guides. Join the mFulaWozi family, and discover the true spirit of Africa.

mFulaWozi is a place of history, culture, wilderness, and wildlife. Its purpose is to protect and preserve both the wilderness and its local communities for generations to come.

𝐋𝐨𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐖𝐨𝐳𝐢 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬

Nestled on the embankment of the White iMfolozi River, Mthembu Lodge offers each of its seven private suites and two-family units unprecedented views of the pristine wilderness.

It is here at Mthembu, that you can experience the wildlife up-close from the tranquility of your suite’s private deck.

Biyela Lodge is perfectly positioned on the hillside to maximise the sweeping views of the imposing flood plains of the iMfolozi River below.

It’s an oasis of privacy and eco-luxury, with its twelve standalone suites offering unparalleled views from their own private decks and plunge pools.

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐖𝐨𝐳𝐢 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬:

🔸Historical
The area is steeped in history and forms an island of natural habitat surrounded by densely populated communities and agricultural lands. The guides, who all grew up in the region, are fully conversant with the history and culture of the Zulu people.

🔸 Wildlife Adventure
mFulaWozi and surrounds are home to a rich diversity of wildlife including the ‘Big 5’ – Black & Southern White Rhinoceros, African Elephant, Cape Buffalo, Lion and Leopard. Other intriguing species you can encounter, include skilled hunting packs of African Wild Dog, curious Honey Badgers, cheeky and daring Spotted Hyena, graceful Giraffe, Nile Crocodiles faking somnambulance in the sun, and scurrying mongooses.

🔸 Wilderness Walks & Trails
Walking in nature instils an appreciation for our natural world and develops respect for the needs and laws of our natural world.

🔸 Birding
This wilderness area is known to support over 400 bird species, nearly half of the total bird species found in the southern African sub-region. The bird diversity is attracted by the wide variety of habitats in the area.

🌍 𝐷𝑟𝑜𝑝 𝑚𝑒 𝑎 𝐷𝑀 𝑡𝑜 𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑟𝑡 𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑛𝑛𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝐴𝑓𝑟𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑛 𝑎𝑑𝑣𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒!

“There is a timeless quality to the African wilderness, a sense of peace and belonging that I haven’t found anywhere else in the world.” – Jane Goodall

14/11/2024

Thank you all for keeping me so busy since I returned to the office!

It's been incredible to get stuck back into curating all your wonderful trips 🫶

Currently working on several super itineraries for the first few months of 2025 and I’ll share some of the amazing trips my clients have already booked this past week…

The first one is a fab tailormade private tour of the Golden Triangle for lovely repeat clients.

They’ll be staying in comfortable 4* accommodation throughout, all situated in superb locations for exploring.

But a trip like this, isn’t really about the hotels… it’s about the experiences you have along the way…

These lucky clients have two heritage walks to look forward to - in Old Delhi and in Jaipur. With a local guide, it’s an incredibly immersive experience.

Of course they’ll also explore highlights such as Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb, Fatehpur Sikri, Abhaneri, Amer Fort, Hawa Mahal, Jaipur City Palace, Jantar Mantar Jaipur, Agra Fort and the Tomb of l’timad-ud-Daulah.

And it goes without saying that a visit to the iconic Taj Mahal is on the cards - this time at sunset.

Incredible right?!

🇮🇳 Is India on your bucket list?🪷

I’ll share more of the amazing new bookings I’ve made with you soon.

12/11/2024

Inca Trail 2025 permits are on sale now!

If you’ve been dreaming of trekking the Inca Trail, its wildly sought-after permits are going on sale now for 2025.

Don’t worry though — I can help you snag one!

07/11/2024

Are you craving an off the beaten path adventure?

With its lush rainforests, beautiful Pacific beaches, colonial towns, volcanic islands and working coffee farms, a trip to Nicaragua is such a rewarding experience!

𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲

Visit the beautiful city of Granada, wandering down charming, cobbled streets to uncover its fascinating colonial heritage through the architecture

𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐞𝐬 & 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬

Hike up one of the conical volcanoes on Ometepe Island, climbing through wildlife rich greenery to arrive at a stunning viewpoint across the canopy

𝐓𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞

Explore Ometepe Island and its UNESCO-listed biosphere reserve, and you may spot rare endemics like the tiny lowland Paca in the tropical rainforests

𝐒𝐞𝐚, 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐟 & 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞

Stop by the Pacific Coast beaches at San Juan del
Sur, stroll along the white sands of Playa El Coco or spot turtle hatchlings at Playa La Flor

04/11/2024

✨ I'M BACK !! ✨

I've missed work terribly, and can't wait to start curating your incredible trips again!

Thank you to all my clients for your patience whilst I focused on my health, and to my incredible colleagues, Ally & Dannie, for holding down the fort so I could take this time out.

Forever grateful to you all for your support 🫶

I'll be easing myself back in gently to begin with, and Ally & Dannie are still available if need be, to ensure you have a seamless experience.

15/08/2024

𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐬 ☀️🇦🇺

Summer in South Australia beckons you towards the soothing embrace of the sea. Its crystal clear blue waters will entice you to take a refreshing dip and delight you with an incredible selection of seafood to savour.

Immerse yourself in unique experiences, whether it's swimming with sea lions and dolphins or journey to Coffin Bay to relish the pleasure of freshly shucked oysters.

Kangaroo Island is a haven for wildlife and food enthusiasts. Spend a few days exploring the island's exquisite wine, gin, cheese, and honey offerings all while having close encounters with sea lions, kangaroos, koalas, and echidnas!

If you find yourself nearer to Adelaide, don't miss the chance to spend a day indulging in fine wines at the Barossa Valley, Adelaide Hills, or McLaren Vale and then cool off with a leisurely stroll along the beach in the city's picturesque suburb of Glenelg.

Drop me a DM to book your summer sojourn to South Australia and escape our miserable winter ahead!

07/08/2024

Ready for the open road?

With its endless daylight, summer is the perfect time to explore every corner of Iceland's stunning landscapes on an unforgettable road trip.

Add this one to your travel wish list!

05/08/2024

"Namibia's just a desert. There's nothing to see."
❌ WRONG ❌ This could not be further from the truth!

Explore towering red dunes, shipwrecks on the Skeleton Coast, and plains with prehistoric rock art.

Discover vast salt pans, starry skies, and colonial German seaside towns.

Traverse this stunning landscape at your own pace on a 4×4 self-drive road trip or a tailored private tour.⁠
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However, it’s the encounters with Namibia’s people that will make your trip.

Weave baskets in an Ovambo homestead, make fire with Himba women, and meet the semi-nomadic San people, descendants of some of the world's oldest humans.

02/08/2024

This time 5 years ago, we were in Costa Rica!

What a cool place 🫶

We saw sloths, humpback whales, loggerhead turtles nesting, snakes, frogs, hummingbirds, toucans … and so much more!

Add in the waterfalls, beautiful beaches and rainforest and Costa Rica really is paradise!

Is it on your travel radar?

31/07/2024

𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 & 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬

Have you always dreamt of visiting Nashville, Memphis and New Orleans?

Take a look at this best-selling tour visiting 5 states across the USA's Deep South! 🇺🇸

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

🔸 Visiting historic RCA Studio B where the legendary Elvis Presley, Jim Reeves, Dolly Parton, Roy Orbison, The Everly Brothers and hundreds of other famous singers made their recordings. It'll give you goosebumps!

🔸 Taking a seat at the hottest show in town;
The Grand Ole Opry. Every week, legendary and contemporary artists perform country, bluegrass, folk and gospel hits in front of a live audience - Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash and Elvis are just a few who have performed here in the past. You'll be blown away by great performances in this magical venue.

🔸Exploring the French Quarter in New Orleans, the hometown of Jazz, where the colourful mix of culture and lively bohemian atmosphere is too easy to fall in love with. Or head for a wander down vibrant Bourbon Street for bright neon lights and toe-tapping tunes.

𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐦𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐝...

✔️VIP door-to-door travel service
✔️International flights
✔️Expert Tour Manager
✔️Porterage services
✔️Excellent centrally located hotels
✔️Excursions and visits
✔️Selected meals

With an impressive 15 excursions and visits included, all of the highlights along the way are covered..

🔹 GRACELAND with the Elvis Experience Tour
🔹 Elvis Presley Birthplace Museum, Tupelo
🔹 The Grand Ole Opry, Nashville
🔹 Jack Daniels Distillery Tour, Lynchburg
🔹 The World's Steepest Incline Railway, Chattanooga
🔹 Lookout Mountain, Chattanooga
🔹 Country Music Hall of Fame, Nashville
🔹 Studio B, Nashville
🔹 Frogmore Cotton Plantation
🔹 Stanton Hall Antebellum Mansion, Natchez
🔹 Hank Williams Museum, Montgomery
🔹 Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, Atlanta
🔹 Old Courthouse Museum, Monroeville
🔹 PLUS City Tours in Atlanta, Nashville, Memphis and Montgomery

𝑮𝒆𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒐𝒖𝒄𝒉 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒊𝒏𝒇𝒐 𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒕 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒏𝒆𝒙𝒕 𝒂𝒅𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆!

29/07/2024

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐭 𝐑𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫, 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 🍷🌿

Margaret River, located 270 km south of Perth, is a gem in Western Australia known for its stunning natural beauty, world-class wineries, and outdoor adventures.

𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:

🔸 Wine Country: Renowned for premium wines, especially Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay

🔸 Beaches & Surfing: Pristine beaches like Prevelly and Yallingup, plus top-notch surf spots

🔸 Nature & Adventure: Explore limestone caves, hike the Cape to Cape Track, and visit the Boranup Karri Forest

🔸 Culinary Delights: Savour local produce, gourmet dining, and artisanal treats

🔸 Whale Watching: From June to December, witness the majestic whale migration

Experience the blend of coastal charm, lush forests, and vibrant culture in Margaret River!

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“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page” ~ Saint Augustine

Hampshire travel company designing tailormade holidays to far flung destinations.

I plan and organise travel experiences for my clients, not just the run of the mill, but the unusual, the exciting, the adventurous, the off the beaten track. So, if there’s a holiday, trip or adventure you’ve always dreamt of, maybe now’s the time?

It could be visiting the natural wonders of the world, going on a pilgrimage, taking in the beauty of Japan’s Hakone National Park, a Lantern Festival in Thailand, relaxing on the white sands of Mauritius, partaking in a cookery class with a local family, trekking in South America, witnessing the great migration in the Serengeti or taking time out to see mountain gorillas.

Whatever you dream of doing, I will put together the perfect trip just for you.