Australia is the land of contrasts. From the tropical splendor of the Great Barrier Reef and North Queensland`s lush rainforests to the otherworldly beauty of the vast outback, there is something for everyone here. The rambunctious Aussies are some of the warmest and funniest people on earth. Stop a while and have a tinny (a beer) or billie tea with an Aussie and you have made a friend for life. A......

Just south of Mexico, once part of the Mayan and British Empires, English-speaking Belize offers the best of worlds; a soft white sand coastline home to the second largest barrier reef in the world and a lush interior jungle with its Mayan ruins, exotic birds, waterfalls and adventures. Every destination in Belize has its share of archaeological and national parks, marine and nature reserves, ......

Botswana is an unspoiled land of timeless beauty with striking salt pans, diamond-rich deserts, fertile flood plains, vast grasslands, and flatlands punctuated with dramatic rocky outcrops. The country's natural appeal lies in its stunning and seemingly endless wilderness, prolific wildlife, cultural diversity, and welcoming people. Botswana is truly one of Africa's top safari destinations, tee......

Costa Rica is recognized worldwide for its national parks system, conservation efforts and stable government without an army. They have pioneered the concept of ecotourism. Visit the impressive active volcanoes, rainforests and cloud forests, bird and turtle nesting sites, butterfly reserves and more. Costa Rica is in Central American with Nicaragua to the north (309 km or 192 mi of border) an......

Discover Darwin´s laboratory - the enchanted isles of the Galapagos are home to an amazing array of curious creatures. Get up close to blue-footed boobies, Galapagos tortoises, marine and land iguanas, waved albatross, Galapagos penguins, playful sea lion pups and many other species unique to this national park. Cruise onboard a hand-picked fleet of intimate to mid-sized vessels - all safe, comfor......

Christopher Columbus happened upon Honduras in 1502 on his fourth voyage to the new world. He named Honduras (deep water) after spending several days off the island of Guanaja, Honduras Bay spotting manatees and trading with native groups. Slightly larger than Tennessee, Honduras is one of the biggest countries in Central America. A lush forested mountainous country, Honduras` coastline, on the Pa......

Visit the landlocked Malawi and Africa`s Great Rift Valley with towering mountains, lush valleys and enormous crystal-clear lakes that make up this region. Malawi`s nature is incredible diverse, and the local people warm and welcoming. Large, interesting national parks, excellent opportunities to get to know the native cultures and exceptional value make this a great safari destination! There i......

Located between Singapore and Thailand, Malaysia lies just north of the equator and is slightly larger than New Mexico, with a population of 18 million people. The capital is Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia is an ethnically diverse country, with Moslem, Hindu, Buddhist, Confucian, Taoist and several local religions being practiced. Malay is the official language but English, Chinese and Indian dialects are......

Namibia is a large country dominated by deserts, Namib along its coastline, and Kalahari in the interior. This area is fast becoming a favorite safari destination, and no wonder since it has so much to offer! Enjoy small intimate safari camps, colorful and rich cultures, and gorgeous scenery that varies from enormous dunes to arid and vast reserves with plenty of wildlife. Namibia is a country of......

From the jungle-clad volcanic mountains of the highlands; to the flooded delta regions; to the sandy white beaches and pristine coral atolls of the coastal and island provinces; the landscape of Papua New Guinea is as diverse as the people that inhabit it. With vast tracts of wild and undeveloped country, in Papua New Guinea, you’ll find it’s easy to imagine that you're the only person on earth!......

South Africa is surrounded to the west, south and east by the ocean and has a 3 000 km coastline which is swept by two major ocean currents - the warm south-flowing Mozambique-Agulhas Current and the cold Benguela. The former skirts the east and south coasts as far as Cape Agulhas, while the Benguela Current flows northwards along the west coast as far as southern Angola. The contrast in temper......

Located on the eastern edge of the African continent and facing the Indian Ocean, Tanzania is home to amazing wildlife, spectacular landscapes and rich history. From diving to mountain climbing, wildlife safaris to archaeological sites, choose your adventure in Tanzania. Snow-capped Kilimanjaro is the highest peak on the continent and invites climbers with several enticing routes to the top. T......