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To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, we’ve turned our latest Escape Edition green! Enjoy Western Australia’s wildlife, explore Peru’s UNESCO sites, and celebrate in style in The Big Apple.

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN WILDLIFE

FLY IN STYLE WITH AIR NEW ZEALAND

EASY PEASY PERU

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN WILDLIFE

There are plenty of opportunities to witness Western Australia's amazing animals - these are just a few of our favourites.

Hugging the Indian Ocean from Perth to Exmouth, the Coral Coast Highway is no ordinary road trip. Journey through 1,250 kilometres of pristine beaches, wildflowers, wildlife, rugged red cliffs, spectacular gorges and two World Heritage Areas: Shark Bay and Ningaloo Reef. Here, the world’s most exhilarating marine adventures await you, like swimming with gentle whale sharks, flipping with acrobatic manta rays and gliding alongside humpback whales. Drive one-way from Perth to Exmouth, then it’s a short two-hour flight back to Perth.

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Most famously, though, Ningaloo Reef is frequented by majestic whale sharks – the largest fish on earth! Plan your holiday between March and June, and you'll likely see these gentle giants gliding through the water. Alternatively, visit between July and November to watch the humpback whales. Be sure to meet the famously friendly wild dolphins at Monkey Mia - they've been swimming to the shore here for over 50 years!

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Rottnest Island — or ‘Rotto’ as it’s affectionately known — is a little pocket of paradise, jam-packed with adventure. Getting to this car-free, protected nature reserve is easy: take a short ferry ride from the mainland or arrive in style by helicopter or airplane. You’ll be greeted by 63 stunning beaches, 20 beautiful bays, an abundance of spectacular marine life, and the world’s happiest animal, the adorable quokka.

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FLY IN STYLE WITH AIR NEW ZEALAND

Experience the world’s warmest welcome when you fly with Air New Zealand. And, with their unique Kiwi service and stopover options from east to west, there's no better way to fly to New Zealand. Why not explore some other fantastic places on your way? Enjoy Singapore's culture and food, Los Angeles' bright lights and beaches, and more.

In the air, enjoy on-demand entertainment, including Spotify playlists and audiobooks, plus complimentary Wi-Fi. Feeling peckish? No problem. Order snacks and drinks from the screen to your seat whenever you fancy. Renowned for showcasing the flavours of Kiwi cuisine, the onboard dining experience is full of fresh ingredients and free-pouring, award-winning New Zealand wine.

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The world's first Economy Skycouch is the perfect upgrade on your flights. Imagine a row of Economy seats that change into a couch! Sit, spread out, or lie down and snooze. Choose to share the space with a partner or child or keep it all for yourself.

Putting the ‘Premium’ in Premium Economy, you’ll enjoy spacious leather seats with up to 43-inch seat pitch and a nine-inch recline. If travelling light isn't your thing, you'll love flying Premium Economy with Air New Zealand, as the extra luggage allowance is double that in Economy. With premium airport check-in, premium boarding, premium headphones, and a premium amenity kit, what are you waiting for?

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Air New Zealand’s Business Premier™ is the business. Your leather armchair converts to one of the longest fully lie-flat beds in the sky. In addition to a mouth-watering menu designed by renowned chef Peter Gordon, you’ll enjoy airport lounge access and free chauffeur service to the airport*.

*On selected booking classes; chauffeur service within 60 miles of London Heathrow

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EASY PEASY PERU

Peru’s landscape is incredibly diverse. In the north, the rich Amazon Rainforest is home to pumas, jaguars, monkeys, sloths, and river dolphins. In the south, meanwhile, Lake Titicaca – the world’s highest lake – is peppered with crumbling temples, tiered fields, and tiny islands. The Andes Mountains curve down the country like a crooked spine. And, to the east, the Pacific Ocean brushes against the 1,500-mile coastline.

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But, for many, Peru’s ancient cities and Inca ruins are the main attractions. Make sure you visit Lima - this bustling capital has all sorts of things to do. You can admire grand churches, stroll around fascinating museums, and even take surfing lessons. Plus, you can enjoy some of South America's tastiest cuisine, including popular Peruvian dishes like sea bass ceviche, stir-fried beef, and spicy stuffed peppers.

Cusco – the once-capital of the Inca Empire – is another must-see. You’ll be greeted by sprawling plazas, impressive cathedrals, and llamas walking down the cobbled streets. You can tick off significant sites like Plaza de Armas and the Coricancha. Also known as The Temple of the Sun, this finely carved shrine was the most important religious place for the Incas.

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But the headline act of any Peru holiday is, of course, Machu Picchu. Dating back to 1450 and made up of around 200 buildings, this Inca citadel is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World – and it’s easy to see why. Perched high in the Andes, this awe-inspiring city and its magnificent views will surpass all your expectations. You can either enjoy a day trip from Cusco or, if you fancy a challenge, embark on a four-day trek along the Inca Trail. Whichever option you choose, it's important to book your Machu Picchu spot several months in advance, as there’s a daily restriction on visitor numbers.

Book one of our tours before 31st March 2024, and you'll receive an additional 5% discount.

Take me there

Show Less

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN WILDLIFE

There are plenty of opportunities to witness Western Australia's amazing animals - these are just a few of our favourites.

Hugging the Indian Ocean from Perth to Exmouth, the Coral Coast Highway is no ordinary road trip. Journey through 1,250 kilometres of pristine beaches, wildflowers, wildlife, rugged red cliffs, spectacular gorges and two World Heritage Areas: Shark Bay and Ningaloo Reef. Here, the world’s most exhilarating marine adventures await you, like swimming with gentle whale sharks, flipping with acrobatic manta rays and gliding alongside humpback whales. Drive one-way from Perth to Exmouth, then it’s a short two-hour flight back to Perth.

Show Less

Most famously, though, Ningaloo Reef is frequented by majestic whale sharks – the largest fish on earth! Plan your holiday between March and June, and you'll likely see these gentle giants gliding through the water. Alternatively, visit between July and November to watch the humpback whales. Be sure to meet the famously friendly wild dolphins at Monkey Mia - they've been swimming to the shore here for over 50 years!

Show Less

Rottnest Island — or ‘Rotto’ as it’s affectionately known — is a little pocket of paradise, jam-packed with adventure. Getting to this car-free, protected nature reserve is easy: take a short ferry ride from the mainland or arrive in style by helicopter or airplane. You’ll be greeted by 63 stunning beaches, 20 beautiful bays, an abundance of spectacular marine life, and the world’s happiest animal, the adorable quokka.

Take me there

Show Less

FLY IN STYLE WITH AIR NEW ZEALAND

Experience the world’s warmest welcome when you fly with Air New Zealand. And, with their unique Kiwi service and stopover options from east to west, there's no better way to fly to New Zealand. Why not explore some other fantastic places on your way? Enjoy Singapore's culture and food, Los Angeles' bright lights and beaches, and more.

In the air, enjoy on-demand entertainment, including Spotify playlists and audiobooks, plus complimentary Wi-Fi. Feeling peckish? No problem. Order snacks and drinks from the screen to your seat whenever you fancy. Renowned for showcasing the flavours of Kiwi cuisine, the onboard dining experience is full of fresh ingredients and free-pouring, award-winning New Zealand wine.

Show Less

The world's first Economy Skycouch is the perfect upgrade on your flights. Imagine a row of Economy seats that change into a couch! Sit, spread out, or lie down and snooze. Choose to share the space with a partner or child or keep it all for yourself.

Putting the ‘Premium’ in Premium Economy, you’ll enjoy spacious leather seats with up to 43-inch seat pitch and a nine-inch recline. If travelling light isn't your thing, you'll love flying Premium Economy with Air New Zealand, as the extra luggage allowance is double that in Economy. With premium airport check-in, premium boarding, premium headphones, and a premium amenity kit, what are you waiting for?

Show Less

Air New Zealand’s Business Premier™ is the business. Your leather armchair converts to one of the longest fully lie-flat beds in the sky. In addition to a mouth-watering menu designed by renowned chef Peter Gordon, you’ll enjoy airport lounge access and free chauffeur service to the airport*.

*On selected booking classes; chauffeur service within 60 miles of London Heathrow

Take me there

Show Less

EASY PEASY PERU

Peru’s landscape is incredibly diverse. In the north, the rich Amazon Rainforest is home to pumas, jaguars, monkeys, sloths, and river dolphins. In the south, meanwhile, Lake Titicaca – the world’s highest lake – is peppered with crumbling temples, tiered fields, and tiny islands. The Andes Mountains curve down the country like a crooked spine. And, to the east, the Pacific Ocean brushes against the 1,500-mile coastline.

Show Less

But, for many, Peru’s ancient cities and Inca ruins are the main attractions. Make sure you visit Lima - this bustling capital has all sorts of things to do. You can admire grand churches, stroll around fascinating museums, and even take surfing lessons. Plus, you can enjoy some of South America's tastiest cuisine, including popular Peruvian dishes like sea bass ceviche, stir-fried beef, and spicy stuffed peppers.

Cusco – the once-capital of the Inca Empire – is another must-see. You’ll be greeted by sprawling plazas, impressive cathedrals, and llamas walking down the cobbled streets. You can tick off significant sites like Plaza de Armas and the Coricancha. Also known as The Temple of the Sun, this finely carved shrine was the most important religious place for the Incas.

Show Less

But the headline act of any Peru holiday is, of course, Machu Picchu. Dating back to 1450 and made up of around 200 buildings, this Inca citadel is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World – and it’s easy to see why. Perched high in the Andes, this awe-inspiring city and its magnificent views will surpass all your expectations. You can either enjoy a day trip from Cusco or, if you fancy a challenge, embark on a four-day trek along the Inca Trail. Whichever option you choose, it's important to book your Machu Picchu spot several months in advance, as there’s a daily restriction on visitor numbers.

Book one of our tours before 31st March 2024, and you'll receive an additional 5% discount.

Take me there

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Saint Patrick's Day in New York City

There's a strong connection between New York City and the Republic of Ireland - St. Patrick is not only the patron of the Emerald Isle but also several Big Apple districts, including the boroughs of Manhattan, the Bronx and Staten Island. Because of this, the 17th March in NYC is a cause for grand celebrations! The world’s largest St. Patrick’s Day Parade has made its way down Fifth Avenue every year since 1762. For visitors, it’s a grand spectacle and a great excuse to sample a few glasses of Guinness and whiskey in New York’s world-famous bars.

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Saruni Samburu

Stay at the Kalama Conservancy’s only lodge and enjoy a safari experience like no other. Saruni Samburu’s guides are professionally qualified members of the nomadic tribe living in this vast wilderness. Learn ancient traditions and customs as your hosts share generations of knowledge, both during the daily game drives and during your time in camp. Saruni Samburu provides the sole source of income for the land’s local communities and is vital to assisting with conservation across the entire area.

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Protecting Nature in Canada

Knight Inlet Lodge in West Canada is a shining example of eco-minded accommodation. Owned by an Indigenous partnership of five First Nations, the lodge is actively involved with the Great Bear Rainforest’s bear conservation and sustainable salmon fishing. And they successfully helped end bear trophy hunting in British Columbia in 2017.

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Escape Edition 92

Your Lucky Escapes

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN WILDLIFE

FLY IN STYLE WITH AIR NEW ZEALAND

EASY PEASY PERU

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN WILDLIFE

FLY IN STYLE WITH AIR NEW ZEALAND

EASY PEASY PERU

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN WILDLIFE

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN WILDLIFE

FLY IN STYLE WITH AIR NEW ZEALAND

FLY IN STYLE WITH AIR NEW ZEALAND

EASY PEASY PERU

EASY PEASY PERU

GET INSPIRED BY OUR TOP TIPS

Saint Patrick's Day in New York City

GET INSPIRED BY OUR TOP TIPS

Saruni Samburu

GET INSPIRED BY OUR TOP TIPS

Protecting Nature in Canada

FIND THESE UNIQUE EXPERIENCES ON OUR TRIPS

12 Day Wilpattu, Cultural Triangle and Pasikudah

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10 Day Eastbound Journey through the Clouds

Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay

Bali and Lombok

Hawaii

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