The mountain nomads of Kyrgyzstan can become much more than just part of a traveller’s view. North & Central Asia Regional Manager Huw Owen samples their lifestyle at first hand, uncovering a programme that lets visitors contribute directly to local families by staying in their homes.
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Australia represents the very definition of long haul travel. The perception that such a trip generates a significant carbon footprint cannot be disputed but as a destination, Australia is environmentally forward thinking and offers a variety of sustainable travel experiences to satisfy the responsible traveller. The cost to the environment therefore can be limited through planning an itinerary that takes advantage of such experiences, ultimately proving that a trip to this part of the world can be considered at least as, if not more, culturally sensitive and environmentally sustainable as destinations much closer to home.
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The Canadians are proud of their country and have been something of pioneers in responsible travel. Aaron Cork visits Gaspésie Peninsula, a fine example of this ethos.
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Regular readers of Audley Traveller and those who have travelled with us to Jordan will already have heard about the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature. Andrew Hunt, North Africa & Arabia Programme Manager, offers background and history to help explain why we are so vocal in our support of the organisation.
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Being immortalised by Kipling hasn’t been enough for the tiger: the king of the jungle no longer lives in a monarchy. Tiger numbers have been dropping fast in India but Harsha Ogale finds that the national parks are now throwing a lifeline to this highly endangered predator.
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Peru and Ecuador might not control the largest part of the Amazon rainforest. But the western Amazon has been showing the way in conserving the natural environment and indigenous communities.
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You may have only considered Mozambique for its beaches, but Ibo Island is a little secret that deserves discovery. Cate Mackenzie explains.
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Stephen Fisher finds a part of India far removed from usual expectations of the country.
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Travel writer, Richard Hammond, talks to Ulva Goodwillie, specialist natural history guide on Stewart Island (Rakiura), off the southernmost tip of New Zealand.
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Peter Stanley-Jones tries heli-hiking in Canada’s beautiful Columbia mountains.
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Malachy O’Neill gets off the beaten track in the heart of Latin America.
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Craig Burkinshaw, Audley’s Managing Director, recounts his recent travels to the southernmost parts of South America.
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Beatrice Bowen explains why trekking in Nepal is not the preserve of backpackers and mountaineers.
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Mention Indonesia and people instantly think of Bali, but this vast archipelago has far more to offer than just the beautiful beaches and cultural heart of this tiny island. Here, our Indonesia specialists discuss some of the other, lesser known islands and why they are special to them.
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Marc Dolman reveals how an adventure in the Outback can be both relaxing and exhilarating.
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Joanne Soddy explores Belize, the diminutive Central American country with a huge capacity for surprise.
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Matthew Vlemmiks gets very, very close to the wildlife on a photographic safari in Zambia.
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Alexandra Matts falls under the special spell of Kenya’s Laikipia Plateau.
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Paula Kirby discovers a Brazil of empty beaches, sleepy islands and stimulating streetlife.
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Chris Moore chooses his top ten experiences in China
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Nick Coates, a director at Audley, explains why he was actually glad he went to a business conference.
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Katie Fewkes reveales some of the secrets of Uganda’s national parks.
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Driving around Namibia, James Down discovers a great deal of life in the Namib Desert.
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Our Australia specialists reveal their favourite parts of the “real Australia”.
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Marilyn Tromp treks around the Wild Coast in South Africa.
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A few of our specialists’ botanical favourites from around the world.
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The most satisfying short treks are unveiled by our specialists.
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Our New Zealand specialists present their seven favourite experiences to be had in the country.
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Heather Miller remembers her flying visit to Namibia’s Skeleton Coast.
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Graeme Evemy discusses the aspects of Pakistan that keep tugging him back.
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Our Central Asia and Russia speacialists reveal the many cultures and landscapes waiting to be discovered in the former USSR.
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Our specialists take to the air in planes, balloons and helicopters for a different view of their favourite destinations.
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David Bannister recalls the majestic landscapes of Mongolia.
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Exploring on foot is no doubt the best way to experience more of a destination.
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Exploring the Peninsula Valdés in Argentina.
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Our specialists have chosen ten destinations that we think deserve attention.
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Taking the high road to this must see city.
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Nick Coates recharges his batteries in one of New Zealand’s quieter corners.
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Our specialists explore China just off the beaten track.
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The fabulous scenery and timeless charm of the Tibetan Plateau.
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The towns and beaches of north-eastern Brazil.
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Carolyn Foreman explores the rainforest in style.
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Our Chile specialist recounts her trip to this diverse country.
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Our specialists make their suggestions for a “must do” experience in 2003.
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Rhian Williams recounts her recent trip to Peru.
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Our Southeast Asia specialists run-down the region’s top tourist attractions.
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Our specialists pick out the best bits of South America.
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John Freeman recounts some of his most memorable moments from his trip to India and Sri Lanka.
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