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If you're looking for ideas for your next holiday then please browse our suggestions below. Each month, our travel experts have highlighted places to visit, so whenever you're looking to travel, you'll never be stuck for ideas! Click on the months below for ideas.


January

  • Gray Whale, Mother and Baby © Rita DaubeneyMexico Baja Whale Watching Cruise
    An outstanding 8-day whale watching voyage.
  • Falklands and South georgia penguins on beachAntarctic, Falklands and South Georgia Cruise
    An unparalleled cruise combining both history and widlife.
  • Antarctic Porthole, Alex BenwellFly and Cruise to Antarctica
    The shortest possible trip to Antarctica.
  • Sukapha in IndiaBrahmaputra River cruise
    Explore the stillness and beauty of one of the world's greatest rivers.
  • Hawa Mahal, JaipurRajasthan
    Jaipur heritage festival, this two week spectacular includes a crafts, music, dance, fashion and film.
  • Ethiopia
    Timket is one of the most colourful Ethiopian festivals with the Tabot.
  • Winelands Klein ConstantiaCape Winelands
    Cape Town and the Garden Route are the places to be seen.
  • Humpback Whale sighting, Melchior IslandsAntarctic
    This is the best month for weather and wildlife opportunities.
  • Egypt, Sinai Peninsula, Egyptian manEgypt
    The sophistication and culture of this ancient kingdom is overwhelming.
  • Maldives, Soneva Gili, Hammock, Six SensesMaldives
    Considered to be the ultimate long haul luxury destination.
  • Malaysia, Pahang Malaysia
    Offering a wonderful mix of culture, wildlife and pristine beaches.
  • Camels SunsetOman
    The perfect starting point for an interest in the culture of the Middle East.
  • Tangalle BeachSri Lanka
    Regarded as a wildlife hotspot with an incredible natural biodiversity.

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February

  • Egypt, Sinai Peninsula, Egyptian manEgypt
    The sophistication and culture of this ancient kingdom is overwhelming.
  • Bay View, Baja CaliforniaCruises and Voyages for Baja California
    An inexhaustibly wildlife rich region with huge appeal.
  • Tanzania, Serengeti, Acacia Tree sunsetTanzania
    Experience the Serengeti wildebeest migration.
  • LaosLaos
    The festival of That Luang in Laos is the biggest festival of the year in Laos and not to be missed.
  • Moai, Easter Island, ChileEaster Island
    Annual Rapa Nui Festival, a celebration of culture with traditional dancing.
  • Bridge in ChinaChina
    Yuanxiao Jie marks the end of Chinese New Year celebrations.
  • boat in BurmaLuxury Irrawaddy River cruise
    The perfect introduction to this enchanting country and people.
  • boat in the AntarcticAntarctic Peninsula & South Shetlands Cruise
    Offering wonderful wildlife opportunities.
  • Panama Canal, Aerial View Costa Rica & Panama Canal Cruise
    Explore one of the world's most iconic artificially created waterways.
  • locals on Hooghly River, India Hooghly River Cruise
    Unlock the charm and friendliness of rural West Bengal.
  • Rio de Janeiro 1Rio de Janeiro
    Rio carnival...need we say more.
  • Brahmin WomenIndia
    The vibrant Holi Festival enthusiastically marks Spring.
  • Tangalle BeachSri Lanka
    Regarded as a wildlife hotspot with an incredible natural biodiversity.
  • Camels SunsetOman
    The perfect starting point for an interest in the culture of the Middle East.
  • Malaysia, Pahang Malaysia
    Offering a wonderful mix of culture, wildlife and pristine beaches.
  • Maldives, Soneva Gili, Hammock, Six SensesMaldives
    Considered to be the ultimate long haul luxury destination.

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March

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April

  • Egypt, Sinai Peninsula, Egyptian manEgypt
    The sophistication and culture of this ancient kingdom is overwhelming.
  • Tucano, BrazilExpeditionary Amazon River cruise
    The most authentic voyage available of the world's mightiest river.
  • dog sledding, SpitsbergenSpitsbergen Dog Sledding Adventure
    Departures every Tuesday, February - March 2012.
  • Qadisha ValleyLebanon
    A wonderful historical and culturally rich destination.
  • Grand Mosque in AleppoSyria
    Rich in culture and history.
  • AjlounJordan
    Its combination of culture and beautiful landscapes make it an increasingly popular destination.
  • PamukkaleTurkey
    A land of captivating contrasts.
  • Ethiopia
    Colourful Easter festivals make it a photogenic time of year to visit Ethiopia.
  • Howler MonkeyBelize
    With stunning underwater visibility & plenty of Whale Sharks - it would be foolish not to go!
  • A typical riad in MarrakechMorocco
    The perfect climate for exploring Morocco's ruins, tombs and mosques.
  • Ladies at Almolonga MarketGuatemala
    Semana Santa, A religious festival with a grand ecclesiastical images.
  • Fez kings palace, moroccoFez
    Sacred Music Festival, The event features performances in a variety of styles.
  • Malaysia, Pahang Malaysia
    Offering a wonderful mix of culture, wildlife and pristine beaches.

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May

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June

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July

  • 50 years at North Pole (John Weller), ArcticNorth Pole Cruise
    An epic journey breaking through the ice to the North Pole
  • Mongolia, horse festivalNaadam Festival
    "Traditional sports of the Mongolian warrior, horse racing and wrestling."
  • PamukkaleTurkey
    A land of captivating contrasts.
  • Safari explorer in AlaskaAlaska Whale and Bear Cruise
    Fabulous 8 day cruise to Alaska.
  • Kayaking in Glacier Bay National ParkAlaska Expeditionary Whale & Bear Cruise
    8 day expeditionary Alaskan adventure cruise.
  • Elephant, Queen Elizabeth National ParkUganda
    Offering a very different feel to the rest of the African continent.
  • Polar bear and ZodiacSpitsbergen Explorer Polar Bear Cruise
    A 12 day High Arctic adventure deep inside the Arctic Circle
  • Amazon Mirrored WaterPeru
    "With clear skies and a perfect climate this has to be one of the better months to visit Peru."
  • Zanzibar islandZanzibar
    An archipelago of stunning beaches and great coral reefs.
  • Gili IslandIndonesia
    A wonderful blend of sublime luxury stretching across the many islands.
  • Tattooed IbanBorneo
    The world's third largest island & home to the Orangutan.
  • Malaysia, Pahang Malaysia
    Offering a wonderful mix of culture, wildlife and pristine beaches.

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August

  • Ankarana Special Reserve MadagascarMadagascar
    "Humpback whales migrate to the lagoons to calve."
  • Galapagos Islands
    "Opportunity to observe whales, and sea lion pups."
  • Tibet, Temple drumsTibet
    "Experience the skillful Litang Horse Festival"
  • Spitsbergen Polar BearArctic
    An ocean surrounded by incredible landscapes.
  • PamukkaleTurkey
    A land of captivating contrasts.
  • Safari explorer in AlaskaAlaska Whale and Bear Cruise
    Fabulous 8 day cruise to Alaska.
  • Elephant, Queen Elizabeth National ParkUganda
    Offering a very different feel to the rest of the African continent.
  • Zanzibar islandZanzibar
    An archipelago of stunning beaches and great coral reefs.
  • Malaysia, Pahang Malaysia
    Offering a wonderful mix of culture, wildlife and pristine beaches.
  • Tattooed IbanBorneo
    The world's third largest island & home to the Orangutan.
  • Gili IslandIndonesia
    A wonderful blend of sublime luxury stretching across the many islands.
  • Cape DezhnevWrangel Island & Chukotka Cruise
    A unique opportunity to explore a remote, little known corner of the world
  • Tucano, BrazilAmazon Expeditionary River cruise
    The most authentic voyage available of the world's mightiest river
  • Orangutan1Borneo Wildlife Cruise
    Explore one of the planet’s most biologically diverse regions

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September

  • Iceberg, GreenlandGreenland
    Ice-locked for much of the year and little visited.
  • local & boat, PolynesiaMarquesas Islands Cruise
    A unique way to experience the South Pacific.
  • Brahmin WomenIndia
    Bachelors in their finery at the Tameter Festival, Saurasthra.
  • ButterflySouth Africa
    "Hermanus whale festival, a whole week of theatre, music, craft stalls & fun."
  • ST PETERSBERG, RUSSIASt Petersburg
    "Offering a wonderfully pleasant time of year to visit this glorious city."
  • PamukkaleTurkey
    A land of captivating contrasts.
  • Elephant, Queen Elizabeth National ParkUganda
    Offering a very different feel to the rest of the African continent.
  • Zanzibar islandZanzibar
    An archipelago of stunning beaches and great coral reefs.
  • local man in kamchatkaKamchatka & Chukotka Cruise
    A 18 day voyage of great diversity and variety
  • Rafflesia at Gading National ParkEastern Borneo & Sulawesi
    Ground breaking voyage combining remote eastern Borneo and Sulawesi
  • TitanicCentenary Titanic Dive
    Descend 12,500 feet, for the rare opportunity to explore the world’s most famous ship wreck
  • Gili IslandIndonesia
    A wonderful blend of sublime luxury stretching across the many islands.
  • Tattooed IbanBorneo
    The world's third largest island & home to the Orangutan.
  • Malaysia, Pahang Malaysia
    Offering a wonderful mix of culture, wildlife and pristine beaches.
  • Sacred Valley (Amazonas Explorer)Espiritu Pampa - Trek to the Last City of the Incas
    2012 dates to be confrimed, led by Hugh Thomson.
  • Qadisha ValleyLebanon
    A wonderful historical and culturally rich destination.
  • AjlounJordan
    Its combination of culture and beautiful landscapes make it an increasingly popular destination.
  • Grand Mosque in AleppoSyria
    Rich in culture and history.

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October

  • local & boat, PolynesiaMarquesas Islands Cruise
    A unique way to experience the South Pacific.
  • Lion, Okavango DeltaBotswana
    "The end of dry season with few remaining waterholes crowded with game."
  • AtacamaChile
    "Perfect climate for exploring Chile."
  • Bhutan MonasteryBhutan
    "The clear blue skies of this time of year are the perfect backdrop to the many festivals."
  • Arereko LakeMexico
    "Everybody heads for the cemetery to celebrate the Day of the Dead."
  • PamukkaleTurkey
    A land of captivating contrasts.
  • Elephant, Queen Elizabeth National ParkUganda
    Offering a very different feel to the rest of the African continent.
  • Qadisha ValleyLebanon
    A wonderful historical and culturally rich destination.
  • AjlounJordan
    Its combination of culture and beautiful landscapes make it an increasingly popular destination.
  • Grand Mosque in AleppoSyria
    Rich in culture and history.
  • Tangalle BeachSri Lanka
    Regarded as a wildlife hotspot with an incredible natural biodiversity.
  • Malaysia, Pahang Malaysia
    Offering a wonderful mix of culture, wildlife and pristine beaches.
  • Egypt, Sinai Peninsula, Egyptian manEgypt
    The sophistication and culture of this ancient kingdom is overwhelming.
  • Tattooed IbanBorneo
    The world's third largest island & home to the Orangutan.
  • locals on Hooghly River, India Hooghly River Cruise
    Unlock the charm and friendliness of rural West Bengal.

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November

  • Flowers and person, ThailandThailand
    Loy Krathong festival - held on the full moon of the 12th lunar month.
  • Sossosvlei WildernessNamibia
    "Walk amongst huge seal colonies during breeding season!"
  • Hawa Mahal, JaipurRajasthan
    The vibrant Pushkar Camel Fair should not to be missed.
  • Elephant, Queen Elizabeth National ParkUganda
    Offering a very different feel to the rest of the African continent.
  • Qadisha ValleyLebanon
    A wonderful historical and culturally rich destination.
  • AjlounJordan
    Its combination of culture and beautiful landscapes make it an increasingly popular destination.
  • Grand Mosque in AleppoSyria
    Rich in culture and history.
  • Egypt, Sinai Peninsula, Egyptian manEgypt
    The sophistication and culture of this ancient kingdom is overwhelming.
  • Maldives, Soneva Gili, Hammock, Six SensesMaldives
    Considered to be the ultimate long haul luxury destination.
  • Malaysia, Pahang Malaysia
    Offering a wonderful mix of culture, wildlife and pristine beaches.
  • Tangalle BeachSri Lanka
    Regarded as a wildlife hotspot with an incredible natural biodiversity.
  • Indian River boat at Bateshwar, IndiaGanges River Cruise
    Offering a unique perspective into India’s most sacred river.

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December

  • Zanzibar islandZanzibar
    "The perfect Christmas beach getaway."
  • Tangalle BeachSri Lanka
    "A great alternative Christmas destination for all the family."
  • Antarctic Ross SeaAntarctica
    A true white wilderness offering sublime landscapes.
  • Elephant, Queen Elizabeth National ParkUganda
    Offering a very different feel to the rest of the African continent.
  • Egypt, Sinai Peninsula, Egyptian manEgypt
    The sophistication and culture of this ancient kingdom is overwhelming.
  • Tangalle BeachSri Lanka
    Regarded as a wildlife hotspot with an incredible natural biodiversity.
  • Malaysia, Pahang Malaysia
    Offering a wonderful mix of culture, wildlife and pristine beaches.
  • Camels SunsetOman
    The perfect starting point for an interest in the culture of the Middle East.
  • Maldives, Soneva Gili, Hammock, Six SensesMaldives
    Considered to be the ultimate long haul luxury destination.

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