Keeping it cheap in the Galapagos
Darwin never discovered anything by sitting still and he wasn’t rich, either. The Galapagos might be an expensive destination but if you’re spending some time in Puerto Ayora and Santa Cruz before or...
View ArticleWanna go or already been: Egypt
Friends don't let friends see the Pyramids alone. We asked our Facebook pals to tell us what they remember from Egypt. Here's a few of our faves:Heidi Yee Valley of the Kings, amazing!!Jeremy Jones...
View Article5 of the best hidden beaches
When you're tired of the tourists, wanna get rid of the resorts and need to shake off the shackles of the big city towns it's time to hit the world's most secluded beaches.Todos Santos, Mexico Todos...
View ArticleWanna go or already been: Kenya
As dawn breaks over Kenya's Masai Mara, the only sound is the frequent whoosh of gas lighting up dozens of hot air balloons that dot the sky.Look out, and you'll see the wide plains stretching miles...
View ArticleHow you'll spend your days on a Galapagos cruise
"Wake up, there’s a whale shark!” someone yelled and it was all I could do to pull my pants and trousers on before my cabin door was open and I was rushing out onto the deck to see it.I managed to spot...
View ArticlePhoto essay: Rwanda
Joanna recently went on our Complete East Africa Reverse trip, and couldn't wait to share some of her favourite pics with us. Here's the trip in her own words and pictures:Images: Intro: Joanna just...
View ArticleTouring the Galapagos solo
Does it get lonely, travelling alone? This is a question I’m asked quite a lot as a travel writer and the answer is, yes and no.I know, I know, that’s not an ideal answer but it really depends on who...
View ArticleWanna go or already been: East Africa Mission Orphanage
On Facebook, we asked for your comments on visiting the East Africa Mission Orphanage (EAMO) in Kenya. It's one of the highlights of any Gecko's trip to this part of the world, and gives you a chance...
View ArticleTop 5 destinations for vegetarians
Being a vegetarian can be tricky at the best of times. The closest most local pubs get to a meat-free option is a stodgy risotto. And some places still don't understand the concept that not all...
View ArticleTravel diary from Varanasi
On a recent Gecko's trip to India and Nepal, Phil and Jane kept a travel diary of their experiences. They've been nice enough to let us share a few excerpts to give you an idea of what goes on during...
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