Where to travel in August
August is a fantastic month for exploring vibrant landscapes, abundant wildlife, and cultural hotspots across Latin America and East Africa. From Brazil’s sunny beaches and rich biodiversity to Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands teeming with life, and Kenya’s peak safari season, this month offers ideal conditions for adventure, relaxation, and luxury experiences. It might be busy […]
Where to travel in July
July is a superb month for exploring some of Latin America and Africa’s most extraordinary landscapes. Clear dry-season skies open up the Andes, the Galápagos Islands are rich with wildlife activity, and safari conditions in Kenya are at their best as the Great Migration reaches the Maasai Mara. From rainforest adventures to idyllic island […]
Where to travel in March
March is a wonderful month for travel, offering excellent conditions across parts of South America and Southeast Asia, as well as one of the last chances to experience the magic of Antarctica. Whether you’re seeking dramatic landscapes, world-class wines, vibrant culture or remote wilderness, these destinations shine at this time of year. Here are […]
Where to travel in February
Why not brighten the winter months with a February escape? Whether you’re seeking tropical warmth, world-famous celebrations, cultural experiences or wildlife-rich adventures, February offers exceptional conditions across many destinations. Here are our top places to visit in February and why they shine at this time of year. Antarctica February marks the final month of […]
Where to travel in January
Why not stary the new year properly with a holiday of a lifetime? Whether you’re chasing sunshine, exotic wildlife or unforgettable luxury experiences, there’s no shortage of destinations that shine in January. Here are our top places to visit in January and why they’re ideal for this time of year. Sri Lanka January is one […]
Visiting Mompox in Colombia
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Top Experiences in the Colombian Caribbean
Colombia is one of South America’s most diverse nations. Zooming in even on just the length of the Caribbean coastline, the variety of experiences on offer is astounding. Humboldt specialist Clara lists her favourite things to do in this picturesque region.
Colombia’s National Parks – How To Do It
Colombia is home to over fifty stunning national parks: ranging from deserts to the Amazon rainforest, and also including páramos (alpine plains), coral reefs, the Andes mountain range and indigenous protected lands.
Luxury Hotel of the Month: Four Seasons Casa Medina
For our luxury hotel of the month for August, we have chosen the luxurious Four Seasons Casa Medina hotel in Colombia, inspired by Bogotá’s colonial past.
Family Luxury in Colombia: How To Do It
This week, Humboldt Director Simon explains how best to experience the magic of Colombia with your family. This diverse and vibrant nation is perfect for spending quality time together.
Luxury Hotel of the Month: October
Nestled into the trees, overlooking the Caribbean and providing the ultimate remote retreat, Tayrona EcoHabs is the perfect hideaway for couples seeking privacy or families looking for quality time together.
Luxury Hotel of the Month: March
Rolling green hills, towering palms and colourfully painted wooden houses are what make the coffee region such a unique part of the world. Within the valleys there are quaint towns and traditional haciendas which have barely changed over the last hundred years or more. Hacienda San Jose is a shining example of how a restored hacienda can become a beautiful luxury hotel…
Luxury Hotel of the Month: July
The elegant and beautiful Casa San Agustin is located in the heart of Cartagena’s old walled city – one of the most charming and beautiful cities in Latin America.
Tasty Plantain Pancakes
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Top 6 Latin American Destinations for 2017
The prospect of a new year is always an ideal time to start thinking about, and organising, a trip for the coming months. After the excitement of Christmas has faded and the last box of chocolates has been eaten, what better to do than grab a map, a guidebook and your travel partner and start […]
Medellin Then and Now
Medellin is a city with a violent past. Home to the notorious drug baron, Pablo Escobar, it owes much of its history to him and his empire for both good and bad reasons. Escobar was born and brought up and finally killed in Medellin. A child of the slums, he rose through life, becoming rich […]