Trip Reports
One of the most valuable trip planning tools we have in our toolbox is our firsthand product knowledge. Our staff regularly gets out from behind the computer and hits the road. Often these trips are familiarization (FAM) trips. These whirlwind trips take us around from lodging to lodging so we can do site inspections and see firsthand what we are selling. We will also embark on other travels, often with our families and/or friends, again to visit new properties/destinations or revisit existing locations to see what’s new. These trips are fun and why we are in the travel business, but they are also incredibly valuable. Actually experiencing a place, particularly for family travel planning, is vital to helping you plan your next adventure
Check out the incredible YouTube video created by Paul + Sherri who traveled aboard the Dewi Nusantara to Raja Ampat (Dec 2024). Thank you for sharing!
Dewi Nusantara
Twice a year, we organize adventures for Mike's groups. Here's his recent trip to India! Thanks for sharing, Mike.
Beqa Lagoon Resort (BLR) & Sandy Beach Resort (SBR) - Aug 2024 (Sandy + Griffin)
It is a long journey from San Franisco to Southern Africa, but totally worth it. Upon arriving in Jo’burg we connected right away to our flight to Maun. Upon arrival our diver was there to meet us with his huge African smile to transfer us the 2+ hours to the gate of Nxai Pan National Park where we would meet your guide for our time with African Bush Camps at their Adventure Camp in Nxai Pan. What a great setup with a maximum of 4 tents (we were the only ones there at the time) and a wonderful staff.
By Kirsten- March 2016
With all the excitement of a new destination and a new era for travel to a forbidden place, I along with 5 fellow travelers, set out on our trip from Cancun to La Habana. It was a very complicated trip to arrange as there is more misinformation than correct information. Trying to book hotels, tours etc was frustrating and time consuming…..but ultimately worth all the effort.
By Kelli- October 2016
Everyone says that a trip to Africa is a trip of a lifetime. What they don’t tell you is that, while indeed it is the trip of a lifetime, after experiencing it, you will want to go back over and over again. I was fortunate to be able to experience my first trip to Africa this October, exploring Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe with Wilderness Safaris.
By Sandy- March 2017
Sri Lanka is indeed a mystical land full of contradictions and fascination. We arrived in Colombo late in the evening and was met by our cheerful driver and guide, Kris. We spent our first night in total bliss at the Uga Residence. This very fine boutique hotel is a calm oasis in the busy sprawl of Sri Lanka’s capital. After a drink at the sumptuous bar, we feasted on giant prawn laksa and heavenly lemongrass sorbet. It was time to hit the hay; tomorrow would be a busy day.
