Travel Agents – we debunk the myths!
In this fast-paced world of online instant purchases, where information is available at your fingertips, it’s easy for people to think that booking your own travel online is easier. We often hear people say ‘Travel agents charge extra’ or ‘they don’t pass on savings to clients’ – and whilst we do agree that sometimes it […]
Everything you need to know about travel in Alaska
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid, by Sarah Reid. It’s one of the world’s most spectacular wilderness destinations, but there’s so much to see and do in Alaska that planning a first-time trip can feel overwhelming. From what to pack to the best places to go, here’s everything you need to know […]
Top 6 Family Friendly Destinations
If you’re fortunate to go travelling as a family, it can provide you with life long memories and stories that you will share for a lifetime. Whether it is caravanning around Australia, spending your summers by the beach or heading off on an adventure overseas – all are fabulous ways to make memories and share […]
The Top Destinations for Travel in July
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid, 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 travel […]
Our Top 10 Ultimate Wildlife Travel Experiences!
The world is home to some incredible animals – and there is nothing more amazing than being able to see these creatures up close in their natural habitat! We are pretty fortunate to have access to a range of experiences which allow us as travellers to see animals in the wild and learn about them […]
A guide to the Cuba Jazz Festival
You don’t need a specific reason to visit Cuba – it’s a country with a genuine culture, friendly locals, delicious food, entertaining colours and sounds and breathtaking Caribbean views – so visiting at any time of the year is sure to delight and satisfy travellers. However, there is a time of year when the city […]
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 […]
Our top 10 travel picks for 2018-19
Originally published in our 2018 Summer Travel Magazine. It’s a new year, time to sit down and think about where on our travel bucket list we would love to visit next. We have selected our top 10 destinations from each region of the world and put together our very own travel wish list for 2018-19. […]
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 […]
8 reasons to try an adventure cruise in Indonesia
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid, by Elizabeth Zahur. Cruising and archipelagos. They go together like wine and cheese, fish and chips, cake and birthdays (you get the idea). And as an archipelago made up of more than 1,700 exceptionally diverse islands, there’s no better way to see all of Indonesia’s dazzling […]
Read our latest Travel Magazine
Our Summer 2018 edition of our Travel Guide hit letterboxes in February. We have put together a great range of travel information, tips and ideas to inspire you for your next adventure. Whether you are after a unique experience in Africa, a Polar adventure, to hit the seas on an adventure cruise or wanting to […]
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 […]
8 walking holidays to experience around the world
If you are looking for a more active holiday and a way to experience a destination up close, then a walking holiday is a fantastic option. There are walking holidays, both guided and self-guided, all over the world and a variety of different options to suit almost every person’s level of activity and capabilities. Whether […]
Discover the wonders of Lapland
It’s a part of the world so unique, not many people think about travelling there. But this beautiful part of the world has so much to offer travellers – from breathtaking scenery, to incredible wildlife, unique activities and accommodation, to the friendly locals – Lapland will take your breath away. So, where is Lapland? How […]
Cuban Revolution: 11 things I learned while cycling through Cuba
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel, by Frank Cheshire. If you think the best way to see Cuba is from the backseat of ’52 Chevy, you could be right. But an even better way to experience the Caribbean island is from the saddle of your trusty bike; wind in your (helmet-covered) […]
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 […]
8 Croatian Islands so beautiful that everyone should visit
Original blog post featured on The Journal by Intrepid Travel. You haven’t seen beautiful water until you’ve seen Croatian water. It’s a clear, deep blue that’s so picturesque it’s hard to put into words, and it’s just one of many reasons we can’t get enough of the country’s Adriatic coastline. This magnificent region is home […]
A total eclipse of the travel kind
There’s a unique phenomenon coming up that you should consider planning your travel around – a total solar eclipse! Often as travellers we base the timing of our travels around certain world events, festivals, sporting events or even holidays. Whether it is attending the World Cup in Russia, witnessing the Cherry Blossom Festival in Japan […]
Zambia – a slice of African paradise
Written by Peregrine Travel Centre Team Member Louise. Nestled between the borders of Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo, Angola, Namibia and Botswana lays a wildlife lovers dream! This lesser visited region in South Africa is home to many parks and safari areas and an abundance of diverse wildlife. I recently embarked on […]
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 […]
