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Certain destinations seem like secrets the planet itself tries to conceal. The Galapagos Islands — remote, timeless, exotic — is such a destination. As if flung some 600 miles off the coast of mainland Ecuador, this legendary archipelago is not your typical vacation spot; it’s a portal into the distant past, an age when the earth moved to its most primordial beat. Even for travelers who’ve seen the sun set on Paris or the Nile sunrise, the Galapagos is different – something special. It’s unvarnished, authentic, raw. And yet, when blended with the comfort and attention of a premium expedition cruise under the watchful eye of an experienced tour operator, it’s an experience both awe-inspiring and humbling.  An experience that begins before you arrive The greatest thing about an efficiently planned expedition in the islands is that you hardly notice the gears turning in the background. You begin your adventure in earnest in the Ecuadorian city of either Quito or Guayaquil, where your tour staff has already prepared the ground. It’s required. No worries, no hassles, no surprises — only a VIP welcome, private transfers, and luggage that appears exactly where they are supposed to. If you choose, spend a

Having returned from yet another incredible trip to Greece, I thought I’d share with you some of our favourite places to eat from our latest spell in the South Ionian. This is by no means exhaustive – after all, we had just two weeks and were only able to visit a handful of different islands during that time. But we did enjoy some excellent meals, all special for a variety of different reasons… For superb views: Kastro Cafe, Il Borgo and Olive Lounge, Kastro, Kefalonia During our stay at Angel Pools Villa, we ate at all three eateries in Kastro – all special for different reasons, but all with one thing in common – a wonderful view out towards Argostoli and the Mediterranean beyond. Head to Kastro Cafe for an excellent all-day breakfast, to Il Borgo for a more traditional taverna experience and to Olive Lounge – where it’s recommended to book ahead – for Greek dining that’s a little more upscale and contemporary. For waterfront dining: Lamda Casual Dining, Vasiliki, Lefkada We ate at a few places on the waterfront in Vasiliki but none matched the Greek cuisine we enjoyed at Lamda Casual Dining. The lentils served with smoked

Uganda is the source of the Nile, home to Africa’s highest mountain range, and has the highest concentration of primates in the world. It is a truly unique and incredible destination, especially for the some of the best wildlife encounters. It is particularly famous for its gorilla and chimpanzee trekking, some of the best birdlife in the world with over 1,000 species, and Big Five encounters. Pair this with its intensive conservation and anti-poaching efforts, and there is no question that Uganda should be at the top of your bucket list for wildlife viewing. Uganda has many protected national parks, each worth a visit if time allows. Here at Humboldt Travel we have shortlisted the top areas to visit for wildlife encounters, paired with some of the best luxury places to stay for each. Starting with the UNESCO-protected Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, a large forest located in south-western Uganda. It is the only place where chimpanzees and mountain gorillas live in the same ecosystem and is home to over half of the worldwide population of these gorillas. There’s therefore no better place to visit for primate trekking. Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Lodge Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Lodge is located inside the

From luxury train journeys through Italy’s picturesque golf courses and the British countryside to the thrilling Monaco Grand Prix experienced from a superyacht, the world of high-end travel continues to offer an array of unique experiences. This roundup of luxury travel news highlights new properties in the French Alps and Portugal, groundbreaking expeditions to the poles and the Galapagos, and a new wilderness lodge in Kenya… read on to learn more! Prepare for a change in air travel as SWISS unveils its transformative “SWISS Senses” cabin, a luxurious leap into the future that elevates every class. Beginning autumn 2025 aboard the new Airbus A350-900, this redesign will see the airline’s new suites offer a sanctuary of serenity, with sliding doors for ultimate privacy, bespoke amenities, and human-centric lighting to combat jet lag. From the lavish seclusion of the First Class suites, with their cooling seats and vast screens, to the thoughtfully enhanced Economy Class with extra legroom and connectivity, SWISS is re-imagining the skies. Atop Wynn Al Marjan Island‘s towering spire, a sanctuary of unparalleled opulence awaits, a world away from the desert sands below. Named the Enclave, this exclusive concept is a gilded cage for the discerning traveller, where