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2011

Top Gear India Christmas Special
Wednesday 28th December BBC2 at 8pm

Posted by Clare Burkey on December 21, 2011
Viva Colombia!
A fascinating and beautiful country waiting to be explored!

Posted by Oliver Lever on December 20, 2011
Brazil Whale Watching
James recounts his adventures from his latest visit to Brazil.

Posted by James Armitage on December 20, 2011
River Cruise along the Mekong
Our Chairman Nick explores the Mekong by boat.

Posted by Nick Laing on December 16, 2011
Northern Lights
2012 is set to be a great year in which to see the Northern Lights.

Posted by Alex Mudd on December 15, 2011
Volvo Classics Adventure in South America – The Pan American Highway
Follow South America's Pan American Highway, one of the great road journeys on Earth!

Posted by Oliver Lever on December 08, 2011
Take a stand against Global Warming
Take a stand against Global Warming.

Posted by Illona Cross on December 07, 2011
An Elephant for Christmas at abu Camp
An Elephant expected for Christmas at Abu Camp.

Posted by Illona Cross on December 05, 2011
A day in the Life of Garonga
An excerpt from the Garonga Diary

Posted by Illona Cross on December 02, 2011
My lovely Ethiopian Ground agent
The great lengths our ground agents will go to...

Posted by Illona Cross on December 02, 2011
The Migration in Kenya
Governors Camp report on the migrationin Kenya and more.

Posted by Illona Cross on December 02, 2011
Beautiful Bhutan
Journey through a hidden Kingdom.

Posted by Charlotte Lawton on December 01, 2011
Discover the lesser known jewels of South Africa
Illona knows where to find the less busy places and the best value in South Africa.

Posted by Illona Cross on December 01, 2011
The perfect girls weekend!
An easy 3 hour flight will introduce you to a world of culture, mountains, shopping, great food and gorgeous accommodation.

Posted by Kate Burnell on November 30, 2011
Wild and the Boss to be reunited again
Frank Wild is to be reunited with Sir Ernest Shackleton in South Georgia.

Posted by Sue Grimwood on November 24, 2011
Saturday Telegraph talks Aman, Ultra Travel
Read about why the Aman hotels are considered the best in the world.

Posted by Sally Walters on November 22, 2011
80 Degrees North
Polar bears, walrus, dramaic scenery and much, much more!

Posted by Alicia Trusty on November 22, 2011
Cry of the Kalahari
Mandy has just returned from an extensive two week trip around Botswana.

Posted by Mandy Mountjoy on October 26, 2011
The Warm Heart of Africa
Two very exciting and unique destinations whatever your experience, age or preferences.

Posted by Millie Summers on October 25, 2011
"Wrangelling" polar bears in the Russian Arctic
A voyage to Wrangel Island in the company polar bears.

Posted by Sue Grimwood on October 24, 2011
Frozen Planet
Yet another ground breaking series from the BBC!

Posted by Sue Grimwood on October 21, 2011
Working city life – Mumbai and Delhi
A perfect short break to two very different cities.

Posted by Emma Lowther on October 07, 2011
Alternative Safari - Ibera wetlands
One of the most important habitats in the world.

Posted by Emma Byrne on October 02, 2011
Scuba Diving at Nuarro Luxury Eco Lodge
Scuba Diving at Nuarro Luxury Eco Lodge - Mozambique.

Posted by Illona Cross on September 29, 2011
The Story of a Leopard from Kiango
David Shenton tells the story of a Leopard.

Posted by Illona Cross on September 29, 2011
Saving the Cheetah
Enthusiastic Volunteering.

Posted by Illona Cross on September 26, 2011
Leopards at Okonjima
Read the diary of a game ranger

Posted by Illona Cross on September 26, 2011
Pumulani wins Top Award
Pumulani Lodge in Malawi wins

Posted by Illona Cross on September 23, 2011
Drive the spectacular Carretera Austral Highway
Snow-capped mountains, glaciers and vast lakes, Aisen Region is waiting to be explored!

Posted by Oliver Lever on September 23, 2011
John in Jamaica – Shaken & Stirred
Discovering epic scenery, rich birdlife and wildlife, absorbing the fascinating history, culture and music en route.

Posted by John Faithfull on September 21, 2011
Ecuador - The Coast Less Travelled
Lucy's travels along the diverse coast of Ecuador.

Posted by Lucy Hayward on September 21, 2011
Costa Rica and Panama by Land and Sea
Jungles by night, pirate stories for lunch and sailing the beautiful Star Flyer across to Panama...

Posted by Jen Richt on September 20, 2011
Marlin Lodge saves the Dugong
Marlin Lodge in Mozambique becomes EWT Patron

Posted by Illona Cross on September 20, 2011
A South American Journey with Jonathan Dimbleby
Well it was an epic feast of South America on the BBC last night....

Posted by Emma Byrne on September 19, 2011
Colin Bristow Safaris
Enjoy a privately guided safari

Posted by Illona Cross on September 10, 2011
New Rhino at Solio - Kenya
New Rhino at Solio - Kenya

Posted by Illona Cross on September 10, 2011
Londo Lodge Mozambique
Londo Lodge has so much to offer including great specials.

Posted by Illona Cross on September 07, 2011
Brown Hyaena spotted at Pafuri Camp - South Africa
Spot Brown Hyaena at Pafuri Camp South Africa with Steppes Travel. Call us on 01285650011

Posted by Illona Cross on September 07, 2011
Safari with Mark Todd
Enjoy an Botswana Horse Safari with Champion Rider Mark Todd, contact Mandy

Posted by Mandy Mountjoy on September 06, 2011
The Robertson Wine Festival, South Africa
If you are in South Africa near to the town of Robertson then don't miss the festival, contact Illona on 01285650011

Posted by Illona Cross on September 06, 2011
Yellow Fever News
You will need to have a valid Yellow Fever Certificate when entering South African from Zambia. Contact Illona on 01285650011

Posted by Illona Cross on September 06, 2011
Wildlife Photography Courses in South Africa
Brand New Expert led wildlife Photography courses in South African call 01285650011

Posted by Illona Cross on September 06, 2011
Lemarti's Camp
Nick Laing takes time to relax and enjoy Kenya after his half marathon.

Posted by Nick Laing on July 12, 2011
Well I made It!
Nick Laing, Steppes Travel Chairman completes his Kenyan half marathon for Tusk Trust.

Posted by Nick Laing on July 08, 2011
The Last Soviet Gulag
Visit the only surviving Gulag from the Soviet period, Perm 36.

Posted by Paul Craven on July 08, 2011
Mongolian Adventures
Pauls adventures in Mongolia with his son.

Posted by Paul Craven on July 06, 2011
Flying Namibia
Millie's adventure around Namibia by both road and air.

Posted by Millie Summers on July 05, 2011
A New Dawn
Zimbabwe at dawn through Mandy's eyes.

Posted by Mandy Mountjoy on July 05, 2011
Polar Bears from the inside out
Inside Nature's Giants which focuses on the King of the Arctic - Polar Bears

Posted by Sue Grimwood on June 29, 2011
Equatoria: Awalk across Africa
Julian Munroe is walking across Africa

Posted by Illona Cross on June 28, 2011
Revisiting the land of smiles after 10 years
Heading to Thailand on holiday

Posted by Emma Byrne on June 21, 2011
Amundsen and Scott South Pole Centenary Celebration
Your chance to stand on the South Pole 100 years to the day that either Scott or Amundsen and his men stood there.

Posted by Sue Grimwood on June 16, 2011
Rights for Rhinos
Paul and Sboniso walk across South Africa for the Rhinos!

Posted by Illona Cross on June 14, 2011
Insider guide to the Inside Passage
My first exposure to Alaska and its untamed wilderness.

Posted by Alex Mudd on June 01, 2011
The Little Things
Travel is all about the little things

Posted by Tom Harari on May 26, 2011
Stumped for holiday ideas?
Cricket fanatics at Steppes Travel jump at the chance to mix up their passion for cricket and travel

Posted by John Faithfull on May 23, 2011
The call of the North
Meeting the Canadian Inuit and travelling across the Arctic tundra.

Posted by Sue Grimwood on May 19, 2011
Voyage to Antarctica
Nick Laing, Chairman for Steppes Travel, takes his trip of a lifetime - a voyage to Antarctica

Posted by Nick Laing on May 19, 2011
If I were a princess
Could this be what the royal honeymoon is really like...

Posted by Albee Yeend on May 12, 2011
Discovering Sudan
On the whole I cant believe I have not visited Sudan before. I recommend it to anyone who loves desert, history, people and culture.

Posted by Illona Cross on May 09, 2011
Whales, Seals & Birds of Baja California
Exploring the remarkable deserts and deep blue waters of Baja California

Posted by Sue Grimwood on April 26, 2011
Waterfalls, Colonial cities and a Polynesian Island
Experience the ability to combine all three elements, discovering Latin America with the new routes in operation by LAN airlines.

Posted by Emma Byrne on April 12, 2011
India - The ultimate introduction for the first time visitor
A tried and tested recommendation for the first time visitor to India which offers the perfect balance between busy city and hidden retreat.

Posted by Charlotte Lawton on April 11, 2011
Blissful Bhutan
Experience the serenity and beauty of this tiny kingdom, a truly memorable holiday destination.

Posted by Charlotte Lawton on April 11, 2011
Holi - A festival of colours in India
I am currently on my travels in India. This trip has rediscovered authentic and delightful pockets of the traditional India.

Posted by Clare Burkey on March 24, 2011
My favourite place in the world
I instantly fell in love with it and the contrasting sides of this thin long island left me mesmerised

Posted by Millie Summers on March 10, 2011
Hunting the lost Beagle
The HMS Beagle, Charles Darwin's famous vessel, is believed to be resting near Potton in Essex.

Posted by Sue Grimwood on March 07, 2011
Are you watching the World Cricket Cup in India?
Watch Caroline Quentin as she travels through India and experience more than just the cricket.

Posted by Clare Burkey on March 03, 2011
Inspired by the new film 'Patagonia' featuring Duffy?
Travel to this wonderfully remote area of Argentina for wildlife, vast Patagonian Steppe and welsh settlements.

Posted by Emma Byrne on February 25, 2011
The Spice Trail
Kate Humble follows the Spice Trail through Sri Lanka, India and Indonesia on BBC2 at 9pm on a Thursday night.

Posted by Sally Walters on February 18, 2011
Senegal
Sun, birding, canoeing, fishing, biking, beach, moonlight dinners, markets... not to mention dancing!

Posted by Albee Yeend on February 10, 2011
Travel to Peru, South America for the 2012 Dakar Rally
Peru is rumoured to be hosting the final celebrations for the 2012 Dakar Rally.

Posted by Emma Byrne on February 09, 2011
Join our special departures to Peru in 2011
Steppes Travel offer tours to Espiritu Pampa and In depth Peru to celebrate the centenary in 2011.

Posted by Emma Byrne on February 09, 2011
Wild Madagascar
A new television series starting this Wednesday!

Posted by Mandy Mountjoy on February 07, 2011

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