Blog

Our blogs are another way to find out more of the destinations and experiences you might want to consider when you're travelling.

This library of stories, articles and observations are written by our travellers, consultants, people we work with in destinations, and travel journalists.
Have a look at our 'Interviews' to meet a few of our travellers -- and if you're a Tribes traveller and want to either write a blog or take part in a 'Face to Face with ...' interview, we'd love to hear from you.
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Whale tales

When we planned our family trip to Costa Rica, one key question was ‘where will we have the best chance of seeing whales?’ Tribes’ Alex Neaves recommended the Osa Peninsula, a spectacular region in the southwest of the country, combining rainforest with coast.

In the Tribe: face-to-face with… Jeff Webster

In this first of a new series meeting some of Tribes’ travellers, Suffolk-based Jeff Webster, a keen photographer who is now retired from a career in banking in London, tells of his and his wife Sue’s love of wildlife, Africa and Antarctica.

Off to market

There is something fascinating about a market And when that market is in a foreign country, the attraction is even stronger.

The lure of fishing

Whether you enjoy fly fishing in slow-moving rivers, wading up to your chest in a tranquil lake or want to experience the thrill of the chase with deep-sea fishing, there’s no need to forego your favourite pastime while on holiday.

Ecuador Cloud Forest Safari

I am in a world of water It hangs from trees like a thick mossy coat. It tumbles in cascades and floods of rushing streams.

Meeting Darwin and Gremlin

On the right tracks

There can be a romance in rail travel in foreign countries that’s hard to find in the 1105am from Ipswich to Liverpool Street.

Beneath the surface

You don’t need access to an ocean to be able to enjoy fabulous underwater landscapes and ‘wildlife’; you can discover a whole new world beneath the surface even in the middle of Africa or a land-locked part of Brazil.

Why a homestay?

Staying as a guest in someone’s home has a very different feel to staying in a lodge, hotel or even a B&B.

Travels as a father

With Father's Day this Sunday, June 16, I asked that seasoned traveller, Tribes' Director Guy Marks, about his experiences of seeing the world through the eyes of his sons.

Kaziranga and the Big Eight

Our guide, Hrishi, was obviously proud of his park, but I had come with few expectations of what we might see here; perhaps one or two rhinos if we were lucky and maybe a wild elephant – I would be happy with that.

Living Root Bridges

It’s rare that you come across anything on this earth that hasn’t also been thought of by someone else in a totally different region.

On your bike!

Whether you're a regular cyclist or haven't turned a pedal in years, heading off on a jaunt on two wheels can add a whole new element to your holiday.

Safari fireside tales – (mostly) without the animals!

Sitting round the campfire and swapping tales is one of the highlights of any safari While wildlife is inevitably the major focus of such a trip, a safari will usually also include other memorable events, such as encounters with local people, wonderful walks, amazing landscapes etc.

Quito’s Traditional Healers

Go to any downtown market in Quito, Ecuador’s capital city, and you’ll probably notice the stalls belonging to the curanderas.

Up, up and away

Once the long-haul flight to your destination is over there are still plenty of opportunities to take to the air on your holiday.

Ten top reasons to visit Chile

The west coast of South America is bordered by 4,300km of the glory that is Chile Here you will find simply astonishingly beautiful and diverse landscapes, from arid desert and lush winelands to temperate rainforest and sparkling glaciers, an amazing diversity and richness of wildlife and a fascinating culture - plus some great food and excellent wine.

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