398 Unusual vacations found
Northern Lights photography vacation in Iceland, coast & ice
Photographic trip in the stunning west and southeast Iceland
From £3,150 to £3,250 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 30 Sep, 10 Oct, 20 Oct
2020: 9 Feb, 21 Feb, 1 Mar, 30 Sep, 30 Oct
2020: 9 Feb, 21 Feb, 1 Mar, 30 Sep, 30 Oct
Spanish course & hiking vacation, Picos de Europa, Spain
Spanish classes + stunning hikes in Picos de Europa
From €630 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 4 Mar, 11 Mar, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 22 Apr, 29 Apr, 6 May, 13 May, 20 May, 27 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct
All bookings made before 15th December have a promotional discount of €100 off the course price.
Altiplano de Granada activity vacation, Spain
Family Multi-activity cultural holiday in rural Andalucia
From €370 to €480 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Activity vacation in Montenegro
An active villa holiday at stunning Lake Skadar, Montenegro
From £645 to £745 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct
Book a holiday with us before the end of the year and get a discount of £50pp!
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If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Beach vacation in Cirali, Turkey
Boutique beach bungalows with lots of rustic charm
From £320 to £390 7 days per person per week
Accommodation:
This beach holiday in Turkey is open between April to November
Sicily history tour, Italy
One of the most fascinating islands in Europe
From US $1,825 to US $2,125 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 30 Mar, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 1 Jun, 8 Jun, 29 Jun, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct
2020: 28 Mar, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 27 Jun, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 10 Oct, 17 Oct
2020: 28 Mar, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 2 May, 9 May, 16 May, 23 May, 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 27 Jun, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 10 Oct, 17 Oct
Burma cultural vacation
Discover a side of Burma hidden beyond the tourist trail
From £1,979 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 12 Jan, 2 Feb, 16 Mar, 13 Apr, 26 Oct, 16 Nov, 7 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 1 Feb, 14 Mar, 24 Oct, 14 Nov, 5 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 1 Feb, 14 Mar, 24 Oct, 14 Nov, 5 Dec
Archaeology vacation in Greece
A small-group archaeology tour of Greece
From €1,250 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 1 Jun, 8 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct
Sintra Natural Park accommodation in Portugal
Eco-friendly B&B, in Sintra Natural Park near lovely beaches
From €80 to €110 per room per night
Accommodation
Enjoy beauty & mild, sunny, No Frost climate, of Sintra, Portugal. Unique, mini resort veg Guesthouse off beaten track, close to towns & historic sites. Tailor Made walking/cycling tours. 7 trip bus pass for No-car holidays of 4 days or longer
Cave accommodation in Andalucia, Spain
Unique Cave Houses in the Andalusian mountains
From £400 to £700 per week
Accommodation
Self guided biking tour in Croatia
Explore the amazing island's coasts, medieval town on bike
From €440 to €885 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at any time to suit you between April and October
Cuba salsa dance holiday
Salsa dance holiday of a lifetime in Cuba!
From £1,525 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 11 Mar, 7 May, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 14 Oct, 19 Dec
Transylvania vacation accommodation
Stay at a Count's guesthouse
From €49 to €118 per person per night
Accommodation
Portugal Vinyasa flow yoga retreat
A week of yoga, music, massage and mud baths in the Portuguese mountains.
From €800 to €1,200 7 days ex flights
Small group travel
Helpdesk
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Costa Rica homestay vacations
Homestay vacations - experience the real Costa Rica
From US $110 per person per night
Accommodation
Tobago beach accommodation
15 beautiful accommodations in unique eco resort
From £95 to £270 per accommodation per night
Accommodation
Western Mongolia tour, the Altai mountains & eagles
Culture and adventure in the landscapes of western Mongolia
From US $2,345 to US $3,425 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 5 Sep, 26 Sep
Looking to experience Mongolia in 2019? Book onto one of our small group trips before Dec 31 2018 and receive our early booking discount of 15% pp. Our small groups are a maximum of 6 providing you with a more personal and individual experience.
Alaska adventure holiday, salmon run
Active small group adventures in a retrofitted school bus
From US $3,590 to US $3,640 20 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 8 Jun, 29 Jun, 20 Jul, 10 Aug
B&B self drive tour of Tasmania, meet the locals
Self-drive staying in Tasmania's most charming B&Bs
From AU $1,100 to AU $6,000 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Burma sailing vacation, the Mergui archipelago
Adventurous exploration of the Myeik Archipelago in Burma
From US $2,445US $1,848 to US $2,850 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 8 Jan, 15 Jan, 22 Jan, 29 Jan, 5 Feb, 12 Feb, 19 Feb, 5 Mar, 12 Mar, 19 Mar, 26 Mar, 2 Apr, 9 Apr, 16 Apr, 19 Nov, 26 Nov, 3 Dec, 10 Dec, 17 Dec, 24 Dec, 31 Dec
Up to US $790 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 08 Jan, 15 Jan, 22 Jan, 29 Jan, 05 Feb, 12 Feb, 19 Feb, 05 Mar, 12 Mar, 19 Mar
Late availability on these dates: 08 Jan, 15 Jan, 22 Jan, 29 Jan, 05 Feb, 12 Feb, 19 Feb, 05 Mar, 12 Mar, 19 Mar
Vietnam small group cycling vacation
The best of Vietnam on two wheels
From US $1,855 to US $2,405 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 29 Dec
2019: 19 Jan, 28 Jan, 9 Feb, 11 Feb, 13 Feb, 18 Feb, 27 Feb, 6 Mar, 9 Mar, 13 Mar, 18 Mar, 23 Mar, 25 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 8 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 25 May, 8 Jun, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 4 Nov, 6 Nov, 11 Nov, 13 Nov, 16 Nov, 20 Nov, 23 Nov, 25 Nov, 27 Nov, 7 Dec, 9 Dec, 14 Dec, 18 Dec, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
2020: 1 Jan, 4 Jan, 11 Jan, 15 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb ...
2019: 19 Jan, 28 Jan, 9 Feb, 11 Feb, 13 Feb, 18 Feb, 27 Feb, 6 Mar, 9 Mar, 13 Mar, 18 Mar, 23 Mar, 25 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 8 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 25 May, 8 Jun, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 4 Nov, 6 Nov, 11 Nov, 13 Nov, 16 Nov, 20 Nov, 23 Nov, 25 Nov, 27 Nov, 7 Dec, 9 Dec, 14 Dec, 18 Dec, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
2020: 1 Jan, 4 Jan, 11 Jan, 15 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb ...
Late availability on these dates: 29 Dec, 19 Jan, 28 Jan, 09 Feb, 11 Feb, 13 Feb, 18 Feb, 27 Feb, 06 Mar, 09 Mar, 13 Mar, 18 Mar
Coast to coast cycling vacation in Costa Rica
Take in the variety of Costa Rica by bike
From US $3,565 to US $3,875 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 15 Dec, 22 Dec
2019: 26 Jan, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 13 Apr, 10 Aug, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 14 Dec, 21 Dec
2020: 4 Jan, 18 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Jul, 19 Sep, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov
2019: 26 Jan, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 13 Apr, 10 Aug, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 14 Dec, 21 Dec
2020: 4 Jan, 18 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 4 Apr, 11 Jul, 19 Sep, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 15 Dec, 22 Dec, 26 Jan, 09 Mar, 16 Mar
Luxury fitness vacations in Spain
Luxury weight loss, detox, fitness & wellness retreat Spain
From £1,095 to £1,195 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 20 Feb, 6 Mar, 3 Apr, 24 Apr, 8 May, 22 May, 5 Jun, 19 Jun, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 6 Nov, 20 Nov
Save a healthy £100.00 on your 2019 retreat reservation!
Give your health & wellness a boost on a luxury inclusive weight loss, detox, fitness & wellness retreat in Spain, award winning venue & spa, results oriented program & a world class team!
Unusual accommodation in Lanzarote, Canary Islands
360º views, ideal couples/single travellers, pick-up incl
From €665 to €910 per couple per week
Accommodation
Petra and Wadi Rum by bike, Jordan
Cycling trip through stunning desert scenery
From US $1,705 to US $1,825 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 9 Mar, 23 Mar, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 25 May, 15 Jun, 31 Aug, 21 Sep, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 14 Dec, 21 Dec
2020: 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 16 May, 23 May, 13 Jun, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 14 Nov, 21 Nov
2020: 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 16 May, 23 May, 13 Jun, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 7 Nov, 14 Nov, 21 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 09 Mar
Treehotel and Northern Lights vacation, Sweden
Luxury tree hotel in Northern Sweden
From £965 to £1,195 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout September to April.
Oman small group tour
Ancient spice trails, Wahiba Sands, superb coastal scenery
From £1,799 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 6 Jan, 3 Feb, 4 Apr, 27 Oct, 17 Nov
2020: 5 Jan, 9 Feb, 1 Mar, 5 Apr, 25 Oct, 15 Nov
2020: 5 Jan, 9 Feb, 1 Mar, 5 Apr, 25 Oct, 15 Nov
£100pp off Oman 3 February Small Group Tour
Borneo family tour
A fabulous family holiday including the best of Borneo
From US $2,200 to US $2,750 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Greece biking vacation, archaeology tour
Discover Greek history and the Greek seaside beauty by bike!
From €735 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Exciting family vacation in China
An exciting family holiday taking in the highlights of China
From US $2,013 to US $2,440 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
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£3,150
excluding flights
Excellent. Our 'Tutor' James Rushworth was exceptional. His ability to place us in the right place at the right time, his knowledge of Iceland and things Icelandic, his photography skills and ability to pass on that knowledge were superb. (more)Alvin Barrick
Excellent. I saw a lot of Iceland and had plenty of time and opportunity to take photographs. James was an excellent photography tutor and guide and provided lots of expert guidance, useful suggestions and encouragement.
(more)Pamela Harris
We were lucky on day one to shoot the Northern Lights. We never saw them again. The Ice Beach was an amazing experience but the waterfalls and scenery generally was amazing. We were lucky enough to have received a large dumping of fresh snow which made the country spectacular. (more)Viv Gower
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£790
excluding flights
This vacation is perfect for switching off - the idea of the wellness together with the Pilates is to relax your mind and body in a beautiful location. (more)Helen Wood
The most memorable was being taught Pilates and meditation by Ioannis Davros. (more)Frances Lawrence
I loved the whole thing. The Pilates, meditation and Chi Gung tuaght by Ionos made me feel like a new woman after the week in Pelion...the sumptuous home cooking and amiable comraderie around the square table hosted by Pip and Nick...the splendid accommodation with views across the water to mountains. There is no one stand out. It was as a delight all round.
(more)Steph Tchan
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€370
excluding flights
Wonderful, with warm hosts and beautiful surroundings. (more)Clare David
Excellent. As adults we loved the location (so quiet, with such great views) and the hospitality. Our 12 year old son loved (most of) the activities and hanging
around with other kids. And Ilaria and Des and their children held it all together beautifully. (more)Patrick Andrews
Our expectations were high before we arrived, but they were exceeded. A very memorable and enjoyable vacation. (more)Jeremy Anson
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US $2,518
excluding flights
100 out of 100...The program is well balanced between activities and the lazy camping days (more)Lolita Bizune
Going over the sand dunes and staying in gers or in tents in what seemed to be in the middle of nowhere and then a herd of goats and sheep comes along.
(more)Josephine Tanti
Climbing the 'Singing Sand Dunes' (Khongoryn Els) at sunset was amazing! It was a big effort to make it to the top, but we were rewarded with once-in-a lifetime views over the vast sand dunes and Gobi Desert while mother nature turned on a spectacular pink and purple hue. (more)Lynette Smith
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€630
excluding flights
Wonderful scenery in the Picos de Europa & good local food & cider! ...An excellent combination of mental (Spanish lessons) & physical activity (afternoon walks) in a magnificent area of Spain. (more)Barbara Harland
Excellent and the operator and the accommodation they put me in was first class. (more)Henry Marks
An enjoyable, interesting and sociable week. The Spanish classes were stimulating and mentally challenging and Ana and Celina were excellent and highly professional teachers. (more)Tessa Brown
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£965
excluding flights
The dog sledding was the most memorable. (more)James Harrison
The glass igloo and the Aurora restaurant was the highlight of the trip. We got to enjoy a few hours of clear night sky and a full moon before the clouds came over, and whilst we didn't get to see the northern lights, it was still fantastic. (more)Jodie Potts
The food, northern lights and the moose sightings, also the friendly and most hosptialable reception from all the staff. And oh the accommodation, so warm, clean and stylish with amazing views.
(more)Karen Gibson
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£645
excluding flights
The whole vacation was great, the right amount of relaxation and activities. There are a couple of days off for you to organise your own activity, exploration or if the weathers great, there is a pool at the villa. Overall a great vacation and a beautiful country and people. (more)Jennifer Callow
It was all fantastic - the wine tasting was just superb, kayaking most enjoyable and the fisherman's lunch delicious. Being given Rakija to taste from a couple's "Stil" at the roadside on the way to Tania's amazing lunch was extremely memorable! (more)Helen Whittaker
Every day provided something special. The scenery everywhere we visited and travelled through is stunning. Discovering and then jumping into beautiful,
hidden pools and rivers, whilst on wonderful day hikes, were a joy. (more)Beverly Hipkin
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£1,799
excluding flights
Fascinating. Fabulous desert landscapes, friendly people, restored historic buildings, beautiful modern mosques, good food. What's not to like? (more)David Williams
Just about everything was memorable. But traveling through and swimming in the wadis and canyons would be the top highlight. A one hundred percent success, things went very smoothly. I hope I will do many more vacations with the company. (more)Oliver Grumitt
All of Oman was amazing and a wonderful country to visit ...but I especially loved being in the mountains at Wadi Bani Awf, with stunning scenery and incredible views. (more)Frances Hastings
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£1,015
including UK flights
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€580
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US $2,500
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€550
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5* (more)Janne Thomsen
I did the hike together with my daughter who is ten years and I think from this travel she could more benefit for her life than from any other materialised
consumerism such as buying stuff … (more)Sarah Dorkenwald
It was fantastic. We loved it (even when it rained). (more)Lucy Chadwick
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€999
excluding flights
We loved the way they handled the whole Dracula experience. We wanted to experience the full history of the real, larger-than-life, person on which Bram
Stoker based his fictional antagonist as well as enjoy the Halloween ambiance. (more)Cory Maddox
The highlights were certainly Bran Castle, Peles Castle and Dracula hotel (more)Anne Llewellyn
Sighisoara and Sibiu was the highlight. (more)Margaret Garman
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£1,275
excluding flights
The best part: Traveling through the Himalayas, climbing to Tiger's Nest monastery, being inside the temples and fortresses of Bhutan. A trip full of wonders. A well organised, well put together tour. (more)Rose McDonagh
Fantastic. Amazing experience. I highly recommend to book a Vacation with this operator. Achut and his guide in Tibet were amazing. (more)Nancy Bodson
Simply Bhutan, every thing about the Bhutan vacation was excellent beyond expectations. From the time we landed till the time to leave the guide and driver were so kind, thoughtful, and could not do enough for us. One of the best vacation i ever had and will stay with me for a very long time. (more)Caroline Hopkins
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€440
excluding flights
Excellent, top marks. A fantastically energetic yet relaxing vacation! (more)Simon Warner
This tour was definitely 5-star. Organisation couldn't be faulted. Tour maps and notes were excellent (more)Ann Ingwersen
Cycling the Peljesac peninsula was a very nice experience enjoying the coast line. Our vacation was a very positive experience. We have been on many cycling trips, but the good service we got from this operator is the best ever. (more)Terje O. Espelid
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US $1,999
excluding flights
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€1,272
excluding flights
The husky dog sledding, the ice climb, the snowshoeing itself, being out in such a beautiful environment! And our companions too - the other four people in the party were lovely, and we all got on very well together - enough in common to bond yet different enough for good conversation!
(more)Angela Dennison
In terms of the most exciting part, it has to be the ice climbing...not part of our original plans but I'm so glad it was suggested. Slow down and enjoy your stay in what really is an undiscovered part of the Alps. (more)Norma Sherratt
Well organized, interesting, hassle free and great fun- the ideal introduction to the activities. (more)Matt Hannah
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US $2,775
excluding flights
The most memorable moment was being in the square in Marrakech in the evening. (more)Leslie Lessenger
From Salamanca in Spain to Coimbra in Portugal to the end of the experience in Marrakesh, all was just beautiful and nutritius. I keep great memories of the trip, thank you! (more)Patricia Deza
Great experience, great food and great like minded people. (more)Jan Tydde
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£1,605
including UK flights
All of it was fantastic. Could not have been better. The vacation provides a great combination of activities and is so well organised. (more)Chasca Twyman
I really enjoyed the sea kayaking (more)Fiona Sorensen
So many highlights! Our youngest loved the rock climbing, which was expertly supervised and our eldest loved the snorkelling and lazy boat day best. As for us, it's hard to choose, the Eco Day was much more than we anticipated and we really felt privileged to share their Gozo culture.... (more)Diana Lloyd
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€1,080
excluding flights
Getting to know catalan culture, from ancient ruins over medieval villages to seaside resorts, from tapas over olive oil to wine and beer. (more)Lukas Innig
It was great. We could do as much as we wanted. We could have made it as hard or easy as we liked. We loved being active. (more)Liz Wood
Biking in the beautiful country of Spain with my husband and good friends was the most memorable part. It was a wonderful experience, great trails, food and memories to last a lifetime. I am planning my next trip now! (more)Mark Edwards
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US $2,095
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£1,525
excluding flights
It's a great vacation. Leave behind any preconceptions and you'd love it. The most memorable part was meeting the dance teachers. (more)Nuri Gene-Cos
The dancing was amazing, hilarious, fun and depending on how much you put into it - painful due to bad shoes! But totally worth it. The people there - I can't
describe how warm and welcoming they are. The dancers, the guides.... everybody I met in fact. (more)Britt Voll
One of the best moments was probably snorkeling in the Bay of Pigs area near Play Giron, and then of course all the salsa dancing, both in classes and in the
evenings! (more)Anniina Simula
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£2,445
excluding flights
Excellent...there were too many highlights for us to single out any one experience as the most memorable. Every day was memorable and for all the right reasons. (more)Gerald Sherry
Successful (more)Marcia Westreich
One of the most memorable things was the beautiful Carpathian countryside and the people working in the fields as of yesteryear. The haymaking and haystacks were fascinating and we all fell in love with rural Romania.
(more)Joan Houston
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£1,895
excluding flights
Don't worry about the weather and simply enjoy the most beautiful trip of your life (more)Lidia Ghilardi
A truly unique part of the world with an exceptionally friendly crew and a nice well-travelled international bunch of fellow travelers. To be recommended. (more)Charles Woodward
It was excellent. Everything was well organised. I would definitely return to the same destination, and on the same itinerary... (more)Alastair Giddings
