Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel, by Rebecca Shapiro. Ah, China. It’s difficult to think of a country more diverse in its landscapes, its people, its cuisine, and its reasons for reeling travellers in. And although it’s incredibly scenic (yes, of course there’s the Great Wall, but also so much more), […]
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 […]
Written by Peregrine Travel Centre Team Member Adriana. If you’re after a relaxing, fun and breathtaking experience – sailing around the beautiful coast of Croatia is for you! It seems to be a popular travel option, with most people trying to fit this amazing experience into their European itinerary, and there’s good reason why. I […]
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel, by Rebecca Shapiro. Intrepid love getting under the skin of a place: finding out what makes it tick, seeing where the locals hang out, and absorbing all the history and culture that they possibly can. That said, it’s human nature to fall a little bit […]
Original blog post featured on The Intrepid Journal, by Harris Newman. Traveling through Thailand, you’ll see buildings of one-bedroom apartments that house families of four, then turn the corner to see a string of high-rise condos that cost millions. You’ll see Buddhist temples just down the block from some of the raunchiest go-go bars. You […]
Original blog post featured on The Intrepid Journal, by Kirsty Fanton. Paris is one of the most visited cities in the world and with the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and buttery croissants available on every corner, it’s not hard to see why. But you know what? There’s so much more to France. If you’re looking to […]
One of the best parts about travelling around the world is being able to taste and experience local delicacies and traditional food. Just because you don’t eat meat, doesn’t mean you have to miss out on these experiences! Here’s a great blog post about 7 of the best destinations to visit if you are a […]
When you talk with your friends about your dream holiday and where you would love to travel, we bet the words ‘European River Cruise’ rarely leave your mouth. Most people would think that type of holiday isn’t really for young people or is a boring way to experience Europe – but we’re here to tell […]
Original post featured on Geckos Tales, by Bridget Kapinus. Southeast Asia is a traveler’s dream. It really does have all the ingredients you could want in a trip abroad: stunning beaches, dirt cheap food, buzzing cities, and enough temples and ruins to leave you cultured for life. It’s no surprise it’s popular. We can pretty […]
Original post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel, by Rebecca Shapiro. Lazing on a beach, gazing in wonder at the deep blue sea. Strolling through narrow, cobbled streets, ones you’ve been dreaming of for months. Tucking in to a feast for dinner, fish so fresh it would’ve been caught that day… Europe’s islands offer […]
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel, by James Shackell. If all you knew about the Arctic was that it’s freezing and often completely dark, you’d be forgiven for choosing, say, Tahiti, for your hard-earned holiday time. It’s sunny and warm and it’s got those little coconuts with umbrellas in them (gotta […]
In the city of Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina sits the Stari Most bridge. Crossing the Neretva river and connecting the two cities, this bridge originally stood for 427 years before it was destroyed during the Croat-Bosniak War and then rebuilt in 2004. 16-year-old boys would jump off the bridge into the river, the 24m […]
What’s one of the best things about travelling? Tasting amazing local food and drinks of course! Getting a taste for a destination through trying one of their traditional dishes is the perfect way to immerse yourself in a new culture and bring home memories, new recipes (and potentially a few extra kg’s) to always remember […]
For most people, their wedding day is one of the most important and special days in their lives. You’ve met the man or woman of your dreams and you’re planning to spend the rest of your lives with them and celebrate this commitment with your family and friends. After getting engaged, the planning of this […]
Original blog featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel. They’re the ones who know every backstreet bodega and ridiculous noodle bar, who sort out your Tokyo shinkansen and keep you safe on Kilimanjaro. They’re the first up in the morning and the last in bed at night. Owners of the big smiles, and the best […]
For anyone who has ever been to Switzerland, or seen photos of it while scrolling through social media, you will know that it is the definition of picturesque scenery. Just when you think this amazing country couldn’t get any prettier, you stumble across a small village that takes your breath away. The name of this […]
Written by Peregrine Travel Centre Team Member Adriana. Everyone has different opinions and preferences when it comes to taking a holiday. There’s no right or wrong way to see the world, and each experience is unique. I’ve been lucky enough to do two group tours in the last 6 years. My first was a 17 […]
One of the best parts about travelling is getting the opportunity to taste delicious local food along the way. A lot of different cultures celebrate special occasions by cooking traditional meals and sharing them with family and friends. This Easter, we looked at a selection of traditional Easter treats around the world. Our mouths are […]
How many people have spent countless hours in between flights just waiting for their next plane? Living in Australia, we know all too well the pain of that trip to or from Europe and the United States where you often have many hours in transit between those epic 12 hour flights. After being in a […]
