Countries Around the World

Join us as we explore the Great Barrier Reef, learn about the Outback and so much more. Australia, the Land Down Under is the largest Island Continent in the world and home to some of the worlds most exotic creatures. We will fly into Sydney, explore the Gold Coast, Great Barrier Reef, the Northern Territory before heading to Perth. We venture into the Outback with a stop at Ayers Rock before returning to Sydney.

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Everything you have heard is true: Ireland is a stunner! Travel with Chris around this stunningly beautiful country – visiting Dublin, Waterford, the Rock of Cashel, Ring of Kerry, Dingle, Blarney Castle, Cliffs of Moher and so many more sites. History is everywhere. You will quickly see why this is The Emerald Isle.

Tradition and innovation intertwine here: artistic masterpieces, centuries-old windmills, tulip fields and romantic candlelit cafés coexist with visionary architecture, cutting-edge design and phenomenal nightlife. We travel all around this incredibly flat country to sample this land that exists mostly at or below sea level. In fact, 20% of The Netherlands (the actual proper name for Holland) was reclaimed from the sea.

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Awe-inspiring art and architecture that influenced Western civilization, stunning historical ruins, sun-kissed olive groves and vineyards, the sparkling waters of Lake Como and the Mediterranean, and atmospheric monasteries, castles, and farmhouses are some of Italy’s attractions. And if you seek vibrant cities with renowned museums, restaurants, and shopping opportunities, Rome, Florence, and Milan await.

Sculpted by sky-piercing, moss-green peaks and lined with vivid turquoise lagoons, sultry French Polynesia is a place to take it slow and experience warm, laid-back island culture. Explore the islands of French Polynesia with Chris with a special emphasis on The Society Islands – Tahiti, Moorea, Raiatea, Taha’a, Huahine and of course Bora Bora.

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From mammoth national parks, dynamic Maori culture, and world-class surfing and skiing New Zealand can be mellow or action packed but it is always epic and truly every visit is a unique one of a kind experience. Come with Chris to explore the mountains, the beaches, the volcanoes, the thermal lakes, the glaciers and the wild outdoors activities that make New Zealand an unforgettable adventure.

China is so much more than just The Forbidden City and The Great Wall. My goodness, what a treasure of nature and man-made beauty and architecture! Come with Chris as she takes you to the Zhangjiaje National Forest Park – the inspiration behind the Hallelujah Mountains of the blockbuster movie hit Avatar, the Giant Pandas, the Terracotta Warriors, the Himalayans – including Mt Everest and of course the Forbidden City and the Great Wall & so much more.

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Norway is a once-in-a-lifetime destination and the essence of its appeal is remarkably simple: this is one of the most beautiful countries on earth. Truly, the journey is the destination. Chris takes you all around this amazing country, starting in Oslo, then getting into the mountainous terrain, the impossibly steep-sided Norwegian fjords and quaint coastal villages before taking you to the staggering beauty of the Arctic! You will feel like you were there!

Costa Rica, which means rich coast, is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries, with half a million species – from insects to the giant anteaters that devour them – it also protects one-quarter of its wild lands through law. A recent study showed that many Costa Ricans live longer, healthier lives than people on the rest of the planet, and it all comes down to pura vida (pure life), a term you’ll hear everywhere. Chris will educate you with information about Blue Zones, volcanoes, national parks, ecosystems and more.

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What is it like to spend a week-long cruise on the Mediterranean? Come find out and travel with Chris as she gives you first an overview of wealth of possible destinations and options. Then we gegin our week of cruising with Italy – Rome, Florence, Pisa, Tucsany, then to France to visit Cannes and the French Riveria. The next stop is Spain where we spend a day in Palma de Mallorca before ending the cruise in Barcelona.

More than almost any other destination, Tanzania is the land of giants. Wildebeest stampede across the plains. Hippos jostle for space in muddy waterways. Elephants wander along seasonal migration routes and chimpanzees swing through the treetops. Tanzania’s Indian Ocean coastline is magical, with tranquil islands and sleepy coastal villages steeped in centuries of Swahili culture. Mt Kilimanjaro, the rooftop of Africa, beckons visitors with its graceful, forested flanks and stately snow-capped summit.

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Green forests, towering mountains, vast lochs and a lively culture from this spectacular country are just of few of the Scottish legends we expore! There’s a whole heap of amazing things to do and see in Scotland. Not just whiskey, rain and men in kilts but pristine beaches , crumbling castles, exciting cultural attractions and ancient heritage, Scotland has it all!

Iceland is a country of extreme geological contrasts. Widely known as “The Land of Fire and Ice” Iceland is home to some of the largest glaciers in Europe and some of the world’s most active volcanoes. Iceland is also the land of light and darkness with the dark winter months illuminated by the Northern Lights! Long summer days with near 24 hours of sunshine are offset by short winter days with only a few hours of daylight.

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Germany’s castles evolved in the Middle Ages, the fall of Ancient Rome and beginning of Renaissance Area in 14th Century, considered as an era of art and architecture. German castles’ architecture grabs a mixture of towers and fortified walls, with amazingly decorated interior and exterior, situated in high peaks of mountains and valleys, nearby waterways, enabling a full-surveillance on the surrounding territory.

With great beaches, fun nightlife, many cultural regions and historic cities, Spain makes a great destination for any kind of trip. A country of large geographic and cultural diversity, Spain is a surprise to those who only know its reputation for great beach holidays. Join Chris for a walk across northern Spain on the legendary Camino de Santiago. It is a World Heritage site for its role in encouraging cultural exchanges between people from all over the world for centuries.

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Paris’ monument-lined boulevards, museums, classical bistros and boutiques are enhanced by a new wave of multimedia galleries, creative wine bars, design shops and tech start ups. And France seduces travellers with it unfalteringly familiar cultuer, woven around cafe terraces, village-square markets and lace-curtained bistros. Come explore Paris and the wonders of France with Chris

Peru is as complex as its most intricate and exquisite weavings. Visitors flock to the glorious Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, yet this feted site is just a flash in a 5000-year history of Peruvian settlement. From downtown Lima to smack-dab in the middle of nowhere, this vast country is a paradise for the active traveler. Come with Chris to explore the puzzling geoglyphs, the enduring fortress of Kuelap and much more.

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Japan is truly timeless, a place where ancient traditions are fused with modern life as if it were the most natural thing in the world. Whether your interests lie with food, temples, shrines, castles, onsen, hiking, snow, cherry blossoms or local festivals you are sure to find them, and so much more in this incredibly beautiful and surprising island nation.