True Travel Inspiration 2026

MAGICAL MOMENTS

From the travel and transfers to the lodging, it was the most magical and perfect trip that we will remember for the rest of our lives. The hotels were beautiful and luxurious, with the most amazing staff. The game drives were pure magic – we saw the Big Five and so much more. The food was exceptional. Every day was a 10/10, and the trip was so well balanced with adventure and relaxation.

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Inspired by our founder Henry’s road trip from the UK to Cape Town at just 25, and brought to life at his kitchen table upon his return, True Travel was founded on the belief that the most exceptional journeys lie far beyond the world’s most ‘googleable’ destinations. Rather, they unfold over hand-poured Moroccan tea in hidden riads, in the company of seminomadic tribes in Kenya, or for 25-yearold Henry, aboard a cargo ship carrying bananas between Turkey and Egypt.

BESPOKE Journeys

Today, more than ten years on, this commitment to meaningful connection and rarefied, beyond-the-guidebook knowledge remains at the heart of everything we do.

Guided by unrivalled access to the world’s most extraordinary lodges, acclaimed guides, and truly singular experiences, our team transforms your curiosity into a series of carefully curated, bespoke moments that linger long after you return home.

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EXCELLENT LEVEL

OF SERVICE

THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE EXPERIENCE

It was one of the best trips I’ve ever done, and 95% of that was down to True Travel and their team. The organisation was perfect, as was each destination and guide. I hope I can travel again with them soon. Being able to visit the Sistine Chapel on our own is an experience that will stay in our memories forever.

FATI M A, SPAIN Travelled to Europe

TRIED TESTED TRUSTED

....it is going to be hard to top this one! There are no words to describe how perfect every element of our East African adventure was. The accommodations were all amazing and we were treated like royalty wherever we went. We wouldn’t change not even one tiny thing about the trip, except maybe to stay longer.

TINA A ND DOUG, USA Travelled to Africa

THE ABSOLUTE DEFINITION OF LUXURY THE ORGANISATION WAS PERFECT, AS WAS EACH DESTINATION AND GUIDE

The True Travel team provided an excellent level of customer service throughout the entire experience, from concept, planning, finalising all details, and even during the trip. The team was very knowledgeable about Australia, including off-the-beaten-path places to visit, boutique hotels and B&Bs, and delicious restaurants. The local partner in the country was readily available to address any issues that arose (such as flight delays, tour cancellations due to weather, and activity recommendations). Using True Travel allowed me to have a relaxed and enjoyable trip, without worrying about the small details and logistics.

LIZA, USA

Travelled to Australia

Wow, True Travel’s service is just unbelievable. Most importantly, they listened to what we wanted for this trip. We asked for something off-the-beaten-path, and our Africa trip with Peter certainly delivered. The service and accommodations were unreal. I’m moderately well traveled, but this company is the absolute definition of luxury. I hope to use True Travel again in the future.

KRISS, USA

Travelled to Africa

Outstanding planning and support to arrange the trip. The locations suggested exceeded our expectations. Definitely great expertise, friendliness and professionality.

SERGIO, ITALY

TRAVEL

DELIVERED A SEAMLESS TRIP EXCEEDED OUR EXPECTATIONS

Travelled to Africa

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We travelled round Ecuador, spending time in Quito, the Amazon, the Galápagos and the foothills of the Andes. True Travel arranged all our internal flights and transport, which ran like clockwork. Each accommodation was lovely, as was being able to experience Ecuador’s varied regions and its amazing people, culture, and animals. As usual True Travel delivered a seamless trip.

JANE, UK

Travelled to South America

My sister and I spent 12 days in Cambodia, planned by True Travel. Everything went perfectly. We stayed in four different amazing locations, had wonderful guides and drivers, and did so many different activities. The team at True Travel were really easy to deal with and great at communicating.

JILL, U SA

OVER 450 5 STAR REVIEWS WE STAYED IN FOUR DIFFERENT AMAZING LOCATIONS

Travelled to South East Asia

MAGICAL MOMENTS

Best trip ever. This trip was awesome. We were treated like royalty. We were taken care of from beginning to end. We saw everything we expected to and then some. The accommodations were fabulous. I could go on forever, but just to say everything was planned to perfection to the finest detail. I would refer True Travel to anybody and everybody. A trip we won’t forget.

JEAN, USA

Travelled to Africa

EUROPE

Europe is a continent of contradictions, where the past is never far from the present, and its relative smallness masks the astonishing diversity of its landscapes, cultures and cuisines. From Italy’s sun-bleached islands to Switzerland’s heart-racing Alpine pursuits, and Ireland’s wild coastline and prized pub portfolio, Europe is a true masterpiece of variety

In Venice, skip the crowds at St Mark’s Campanile and head across the water to the quieter San Giorgio Maggiore bell tower for sweeping 360° views of St Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace, the Grand Canal, and the lagoon.

LIBERTY GILMOUR

WHEN TO GO

April for Europe’s historic cities, May for the Mediterranean, July and August for the Italian Dolomites, Austria, and Switzerland – or the Nordics for the Midnight Sun. September through November brings cooler city explorations, December sees Central Europe sparkle with Christmas markets, and from then through March, Northern Europe lights up with the Northern Lights.

BEST FOR?

Literature lovers, architecture aficionados, sun-chasers, sweet tooths, history buffs, outdoorsy types.

DID YOU KNOW?

A 1910 French law banned kissing on train platforms to prevent delays from prolonged goodbyes.

GO

1/ To Italy’s Lake Como, where charmed, idle summer comes naturally. Stay in storybook shoreline towns that harbour charming cobblestone markets and grand pastel-coloured mansions, and take to the lake to sail, windsurf or bob along in a classic Riva boat.

2/ To a land that has inspired dreamers, drifters, poets, and painters: Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. Stretching along its wind-whipped west coast, it is at its most profound in its quiet, solitary moments: standing atop a brooding hill, listening to the ocean.

3/ To Andalucía, a vast, sun-burnished region of southern Spain, where time-forgotten villages, 400 miles of coastline, and Moorish cities like Seville – pulsing with flamenco and passion –create the ultimate cultural tapas.

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4/ Where all the romantics go – to Paris; a city that’ll have you swooning the second you spot the storied Seine, step foot in Montmartre, and drop your bags in luxury suites, with views over the city.

5/ To the cradle of alpine luxury, St. Moritz. Welcoming well-heeled tourists since the 19th century, this Swiss town dazzles year-round. Expect elegant hotels, world-class slopes, scenic trails, and the most glamorous après scene, all set against the breathtaking Bernina Range.

6/ To London. Between the hallowed halls of Westminster Abbey, the regal splendor of Kensington Palace Gardens, and Chelsea’s luxury boutiques and Victorian townhouses, you’ll find a patch of this city that fits you perfectly.

1/ At Crillon Le Brave, where Provence unfolds around you; vineyards and olive groves stretching for as far as the eye can see, and quaint courtyards and alleyways leading to charming Provençal rooms that marry contemporary design with timeless history.

2/ In the original tree house for grown-ups: Treehotel. Choose from eight unique tree rooms, from the traditional Cabin and Dragonfly to the whimsical Bird’s Nest and UFO, all perched high in Northern Swedish pine forest.

EXPERIENCE

1/ Capri from the sea on a private boat tour. With champagne in hand, explore hidden grottos, elegant villas dripping with bougainvillea, and toast the sun as it dips behind the dramatic Faraglioni.

2/ Provence’s lavender fields in mid-July, when they’re at peak bloom; strolling through endless waves of purple, breathing in their soothing fragrance, and pausing in hilltop villages and local distilleries to take in the region’s charm.

3/ Portugal’s Douro Valley, where your taste buds lead you from one world-class vineyard to the next – via a leisurely boat cruise and a long, wine-paired lunch – on a private tour guided by your own sommelier.

3/ At Tuscany’s worst-kept secret, Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco. Set on a 900-yearold estate, its two restaurants, cooking school, spa, and winery provide ample indulgence – once you can peel your eyes away from the surrounding olive groves and centuries-old cypress trees that is.

DISCOVER

The magic of Christmas at the ‘official’ terrestrial residence of Father Christmas in Rovaniemi, Finland. After meeting him, go off-grid mushing your own husky sled, sampling traditional Sámi dishes over open fires, and, if you’re lucky, witnessing the Northern Lights.

EAT

And drink like royalty at Brown’s Hotel, where its Drawing Room hosts one of London’s most celebrated afternoon teas. Indulge in dainty pastries and finger sandwiches, a 30-strong tea selection, and champagne. With dedicated children’s and plant-based menus too, everyone is catered for in this timeless British ritual.

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ASIA

Asia awaits. From lightning-fast bullet trains to hill tribe treks through Vietnam’s jungle, the continent brims with breathtaking diversity and unforgettable experiences. Its beaches rank among the world’s finest, too. So, whether you want to snooze, eat or explore, the only question is where will you begin?

1/ To Japan’s second city Kyoto; a living time capsule of geishas scurrying to secret liaisons, classic kabuki dramatics, and atmospheric temples and gardens that come alive in early spring thanks to sakura (cherry blossom) season.

2/ Off the beaten track to Luang Prabang, a northern Laotian outpost ready to charm travellers with its quaint UNESCO-protected lanes lined with quirky street cafes, saffronrobed monks, and stone’s throw proximity to the mighty Mekong.

3/ And linger in Siem Reap More than just a gateway to Cambodia’s crown jewel, Angkor Wat, this tiny town boasts a dynamic dining and hip hotel scene, plus easy access to Tonle Sap Lake, and its network of floating villages. What’s not to love?

4/ To Sri Lanka’s Tea Country. With its head firmly in the clouds, this region is one to be wowed in, by astonishing waterfalls, emerald peaks, and hundreds of wild elephants, and to slow down in, by log fires in lodges on lonely mountaintops.

5/ And find tigers in India’s Ranthambore National Park, a 515-sq-mile, Jungle Book–inspired landscape home to over 80 royal Bengal tigers, with a 10th-century fort rising amid crocodile-filled lakes.

6/ To Paro, Bhutan Best known for its proximity to the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery, this historic single-street town deserves a moment of its own (especially with Himalayan honey and steaming momo dumplings on offer).

When travelling by train from Tokyo to Kyoto, sit on the right-hand side of the carriage for breathtaking views of Mount Fuji.

PETER TRANGMAR

WHEN TO GO

Mainland Southeast Asia from November to April, South Asia (India and Sri Lanka) from December to March, Indonesia from April to October, and East Asia (Japan) either in spring (April to May) for the fabled cherry blossom season, or autumn (September to November) for vibrant autumnal colours.

BEST FOR?

City slickers, foodies, beach lovers, culture chasers, adventure junkies.

DID YOU KNOW?

Indonesia is made up of 17,000 islands.

1/ In a traditional Bhutanese lodge at &Beyond Punakha.

Choose between eight intimate accommodation options and let the surroundings, verdant paddy fields, the winding Mo Chu river, and dense forest do the rest.

2/ At Beniya Mukayu, a traditional Japanese ryokan where traditional tea ceremonies, private hot spring soaks, ten-course kaiseki dinners, and invigorating medicinal spa treatments are all part of the zen experience.

3/ Deep in Cambodian rainforest, at Shinta Mani Wild, where luxe tents with roll-top tubs provide the perfect compromise for those with an appetite for adventure and a need for home comforts.

EXPERIENCE

1/ Dining with a Geisha in Kyoto. Immerse yourself in an enchanting evening of refined artistry, delicate cuisine, and unforgettable hospitality that offers a rare glimpse into the world of Japan’s iconic entertainers.

2/ Eating your way around Hanoi with a local food blogger, sampling pho and bun dau at Dong Xuan Market, marvelling at ceremonial cakes along Hang Than Street, and sipping coffee in the city’s charming Old Quarter.

3/ Seeing the Taj Mahal at sunrise, watching as its marble shimmers and gradually changes colour, with only you and a handful of other early risers for company.

EAT

Mumbai’s answer to the hamburger, the vada pav. Considered a street-food icon, this spicy, deep-fried potato fritter (vada) tucked into a soft bread bun (pav), layered with tamarind, garlic, mint chutneys, and fiery fried chilli is the ultimate taste bud treat.

DISCOVER

The true meaning of ‘April showers’ in Thailand, where Songkran – the Thai New Year – transforms the streets into spirited water fights celebrating renewal and fresh beginnings.

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AUSTRALASIA

Australasia doesn’t have bad days. Even when it’s overcast and temperatures drop to a balmy 17°C – brisk by Aussie and Kiwi standards – this slice of the Southern Hemisphere is always camera ready. Whether you’re inspecting 65,000 year old artwork etched on Uluru’s rockface, sampling sauvignon blancs in Marlborough or swimming with whale sharks along the Ningaloo Reef, Australasia has an adventure for every type of traveller.

WHEN TO GO

The general rule of thumb is November to March. Hamilton Island, however, enjoys its own tropical microclimate and is best visited between June and August, when temperatures average a mild 23°C.

BEST FOR?

Beach lovers, outdoorsy types, oenophiles, divers, foodies, naturalists.

DID YOU KNOW?

Australia is as wide as the distance between London and Moscow.

One of the most unforgettable ways to experience the dramatic scenery of New Zealand’s South Island is by helicopter, soaring over its fjords, glaciers, coastlines, and mountains.

PETER TRANGMAR

GO

1/ To the ‘adventure capital of the world’, Queenstown, New Zealand. Throw yourself into its endless activities; biking, bungee jumping, jet boating, skydiving. And once back on solid ground, get acquainted with its cosmopolitan arts and dining scene.

2/ To Kangaroo Island’s veritable zoo of seals, birds, dolphins, echidnas, and kangaroos. Just off Adelaide’s coastline, this is the place to slow down, breathe in the salt air and watch its windcarved dreamland of twisted rock and roaming wildlife with wonder.

3/ To the heart of the Great Barrier Reef on Hamilton Island, where no-expense-spared resorts sit beside swathes of purewhite sand and coral-lined sea that looks just as good above as it does below.

STAY

1/ Beside coruscating coral on Ningaloo Reef at Sal Salis, where nights are spent under canvas tucked between sand dunes, and days are spent underwater, mingling with Western Australia’s line up of manta rays, whale sharks, and sparkling shoals of fish.

EXPERIENCE

1/ Hiking at new heights on New Zealand’s longest glacier, the Tasman. Land among the crevasses and explore with your guide the glacier’s seracs, icefalls, and astonishing caves of ancient blue ice.

2/ Melbourne’s bar scene. Alongside a world-renowned bartender, embark on the bar crawl of a lifetime. Begin with an exclusive vintage cocktail cart experience at Society, continue with shared plates and wine pairings at a nearby fusion favourite, and conclude the evening at a much-loved speakeasy.

3/ James Bond-style seclusion in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef on Heart Island. With just six guests per visit, you’ll have this heart-shaped isle almost all to yourself. Swim or snorkel at your own pace round the lagoon and savour its stillness.

2/ At New Zealand’s only hotel accessible solely by helicopter, Minaret Station. Touch down on a glacial meadow just a stone’s throw from Queenstown, and prepare for its collection of ‘true blue Kiwi’ experiences, from heli-skiing and cycling to world-class fishing.

3/ Just steps away from Sydney’s iconic Opera House at Capella where the arts take centre stage. Brought to life through a carefully curated programme of cultural activities, each room continues the theme with bright, Australian wood craftsmanship and Byron Bay–based bathroom products.

DISCOVER

Blanket Bay’s wine cave. Tucked deep within one of New Zealand’s most remarkable landscapes, between the Humboldt mountain range and shores of Lake Wakatipu, it is a hidden sanctuary for exceptional vintages. Cool, candlelit, and quietly dramatic, this is a place where time slows and stories are poured by the glass.

EAT

Anything but normal at Melbourne’s Supernormal Canteen. Get in line with stylish locals to experience its pan-Asian small plates and bona fide charcoal yakitori bar where you can get duck hearts (for the brave), and chicken (both thighs and tsukune-style meatballs) served with a sweet soy dipping sauce and floating egg yolk.

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AFRICA

If you’ve ever wondered how the world came to be, you’ll most likely find the answer in Africa. A continent that has spawned species, cradled ancient civilisations and safeguarded some of the world’s most needed ecosystems, Africa sits at the heart of our planet’s story. Each of its 54 countries have their own contours and contexts, yet share a profound connection to the natural world.

WHEN TO GO

June to October for dry season; peak wildlife viewing and dramatic scenery. Or November to April, during the wet or ‘green’ season, when landscapes are lush and alive with birdlife.

BEST FOR?

Big Five fanatics, honeymooners, explorers, outdoorsy types, shutterbugs, all the family

DID YOU KNOW?

Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa, has three volcanic peaks. Although it can be seen from Nairobi, Kenya, it can only be climbed from the Tanzanian side.

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Choose a camp that offers a safari sleepout for an unforgettable night under the stars, where it’s nothing but you and the vast African wilderness.

GO

1/ To one of Zambia’s premier wildlife viewing areas, Lower Zambezi National Park. Make a beeline for its floodplain and river where lions, cheetahs, leopards and wild dogs mingle, before pausing in private lodges perched on the river bank.

2/ To Sabi Sand Wildtuin, South Africa’s premier private game reserve bordering the legendary Kruger National Park, where days drift watching leopards sprawled in the trees, while nights unfold in some of the country’s most opulent lodges.

3/ To one of Tanzania’s bestkept secrets: Ruaha National Park. Game drives play out as a live-action spectacle, with lions, leopards, and cheetahs stealing the show. Pair it with Katavi and Mahale for chimpanzee trekking and a truly extraordinary wildlife performance.

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4/ Deep into Damaraland, Namibia’s treasure chest. Home to petrified forest and prehistoric rock art, it is also one of Africa’s most underrated wildlifewatching areas. Prepare your camera for encounters with endangered black rhinos, as well as desertadapted lions and elephants.

5/ To “the place of elephants”, known as Gonarezhou. Often overshadowed by Zimbabwe’s larger Hwange National Park, Gonarezhou is its shyer sibling, where it’s just you, 11,000-plus elephants, and a Netherlands-sized expanse of raw, wild beauty.

6/ Deep into gorilla country in Volcanoes National Park. Home to a rich mosaic of montane ecosystems embracing evergreen and bamboo forests, swamps, and open grasslands, it is Rwanda’s pièce de résistance and one of the few places on Earth where you can come face to face with mountain gorillas.

EXPERIENCE

1/ The thrill of going off-grid on a fly-camping adventure in the Lower Zambezi. By day, explore Zambia’s wild landscapes on foot, by boat, or by canoe; by night, settle into remote camps that move daily, each offering a new, unforgettable setting.

2/ Rhino tracking in the heart of Damaraland, Namibia. Guided by expert trackers, follow the subtle signs of desertadapted rhinos across vast, ochre-hued landscapes and enjoy the quiet thrill of witnessing nature in its purest form.

3/ Life behind the scenes at some of Franschhoek’s most celebrated wineries. From the vine to the cellar, learn the secrets of South Africa’s top winemakers, and experience exclusive tastings and small plate pairings at estates.

1/ On the fringe of Namibia’s Etosha National Park at Onguma Camp Kala. Wildlife enthusiasts will be enchanted by the constant activity at the on-site waterhole, which you can watch from the comfort of your private hot tub – or even from your own bed.

2/ In unique geodesic dome tents perched on the slopes of Tanzania’s Olmoti Volcano. At 2,710 metres above sea level, The Highlands delivers unparalleled views of the Empakaai and Ngorongoro Craters in luxurious seclusion.

3/ At &Beyond Phinda Forest. Suspended in the heart of one of Africa’s most unique ecosystems, South Africa’s rare Sand Forest, its 16 air-conditioned suites –complete with floor-to-ceiling glass walls – will make you feel as though you’re floating.

EAT

Your way around Cape Town, from the colourful streets of Bo-Kaap where fruity Malay curries mingle with traditional Afrikaner staples, to the trendy City Bowl’s Kloof Street and its stalls of homemade buttermilk rusks and rooibos cupcakes.

DISCOVER

A magical morning ritual at Giraffe Manor, where breakfast is shared with wild, endangered Rothschild’s giraffes. Feed and photograph these gentle giants as they curiously poke their heads through open windows at your breakfast table.

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NORTH AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST

Stretching across Africa’s north-east corner and the Arabian Peninsula, the mystical and mythical Middle East, where archaeological ruins are scattered like seeds, hotels drip in opulence and crimson seas seduce with balmy temperatures and legend, is a treat for all the senses. Succumb to temptation in Marrakech’s cardamom-scented souqs, speed through Wadi Rum’s soaring canyons and epic desert, and sail down the ineffably romantic Nile where each knot passed feels like a further step back in time.

GO

1/ To the ancient city of Petra, unknown to the Western world until 1812. More than two centuries later, this Jordanian marvel continues to mesmerise with over 800 chiselled temples, tombs, and monuments half-concealed within burnt sienna canyons.

2/ Deep into Marrakech’s warren of riads, ochre alleys and rooftop restaurants. Be mesmerised by its scintillating souqs and painstakingly intricate historical monuments like Bahia Palace and the Koutoubia Mosque, and world-renowned Moroccan cuisine.

3/ Down Egypt’s liquid spine, the Nile, on board a 1920s-style dahabiya. Disembark to marvel at Aswan’s Philae temples steeped in millennia of history, and be stunned by Luxor, an open-air museum of silent Saharan sands dotted with ancient burial grounds.

Book a walking food tour on your first night in Amman to get under the skin of the city, enjoying cups of sweet halwa cardamom coffee, and plates of underground slow-cooked shuwa – just like locals do.

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WHEN TO GO

Aim for shoulder season (October to March) to beat the heat but reap the benefits of quiet beaches and ideal trekking conditions.

BEST FOR?

Desert dreamers, ancient history buffs, foodies, souvenir collectors, adventure junkies.

DID YOU KNOW?

Morocco is just eight miles from Europe, separated only by the Strait of Gibraltar.

1/ At Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort, where Omani splendour meets on-top-of-the-world adventure. Trek to your heart’s content across canyon majesty, gaze into the starry abyss (just as Princess Diana did in 1986), and take your pick from its three world-class restaurants.

2/ At a hotel fit for kings – quite literally. Owned by the King of Morocco, Royal Mansour is a Marrakech icon. Crafted by 1,500 local artisans, you’ll find exquisite details in every corner; immaculately manicured walled gardens, individually designed three-storey riads, lush palm-fringed pathways.

3/ In an exclusive eco-luxury camp, Discovery Bedu, in the heart of Wadi Rum’s red-sand wilderness, where Bedouin hosts share authentic Jordanian hospitality, desert adventures, and traditional cuisine beneath the stars.

EXPERIENCE

1/ The thrill of standing atop a sand dune shaped like a breaking wave on a desert safari in Oman’s Wahiba Sands. Traverse winding roads over rugged mountains, and spend a night or two in an open-air camp beneath endless, star-filled skies.

2/ Berber life in Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains, where orchard-lined trails lead to mills making Berber bread. Take in traditional tea ceremonies in remote villages and relax, swim, sunbathe, bird spot, or snooze next to secret swim holes.

3/ Luxor, Egypt’s open-air museum of legendary temples and monuments, from the sky. Drift above its iconic sites in a hot air balloon as dawn breaks, watching in awe as the rising sun cloaks them in molten copper light.

EAT

Your way through Marrakech’s medina, getting to know your tagine from your tangia in historic hammams, at streetside grills, and beside wood-fired ovens in hidden neighbourhood bakeries, all washed down with steaming mint tea.

DISCOVER

Baby greenback turtles as they make their great escape from the sandy shores of Ras Al Jinz, home to Oman’s leading turtle conservation project, to the sea. Relish this exclusive, permit-only nighttime experience, enjoyed in the company of a knowledgeable guide.

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Central America & Mexico

Straddling both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, this narrow slice of land perfectly embodies the saying good things come in small packages. Journey from towering ruins and unspoilt rainforest humming with life in Belize to blissful beach towns in Nicaragua. Pause for mezcal in one of Mexico City’s pilgrimage-worthy restaurants, then cheer on baby leatherback turtles as they make their great escape to the sea on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula

WHEN TO GO

Aim for the dry season from December to April, when sunny days make exploring ruins, beaches, and rainforests ideal. Avoid May to July if you want to skip heavy rains, though, as the saying goes, every cloud has a silver lining of lush, vibrant landscapes.

BEST FOR?

Thrill seekers, culture chasers, wildlife watchers, beach lovers.

DID YOU KNOW?

Each year, more than 14,000 ships transit the 50-mile Panama Canal, travelling directly between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

GO

1/ Deep into Panama’s Cloud Forests, so thick and densely woven they seem to swallow sound. Every bit as enchanting as Costa Rica’s, yet blissfully uncrowded, they offer an irresistible sense of discovery.

2/ To Oaxaca, Mexico, where history flavours everything, from intricate mole dishes to textiles woven on centuries-old looms. Spend your days among museums and markets before heading to beach towns where fiestas stretch long past sunset.

3/ To a fantasy land on Nicaragua’s Corn Islands. A dreamy Caribbean escape where powdery beaches front private, arty refuges and ambitious chefs quietly vie to become the island’s most coveted table. These islands are laidback luxury at its most effortless.

EXPERIENCE

1/ Climbing up Guatemala’s highest volcano, Acatenango. Set off at sunrise to summit its rugged trails, watch clouds spill over neighbouring peaks, and witness the fiery eruptions of nearby Fuego rumbling in the distance.

2/ Exploring Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity in Tortuguero National Park by motorboat, where four species of turtles share the waters with 350 bird species amid serene lagoons and winding waterways alive with monkeys, caimans, and vibrant rainforest.

3/ Celebrating Day of the Dead in off-the-radar Pátzcuaro, where families hold an all-night vigil for their ancestors in an island ceremony.

STAY

1/ In film-set romance on Francis Ford Coppola’s Belizean Turtle Inn. Tucked between jungle and the Western Hemisphere’s longest coral reef, you can expect artisanal, whimsical furnishings and some of the world’s best diving, right on your doorstep.

2/ In one of just four overwater bungalows on Panama’s Bocas del Toro’s most isolated isle where Sol Bungalow’s catamaran-style hammocks, glass floors, and uninterrupted ocean views make going off-grid easy.

For ultimate seclusion swing by Nicaragua’s Islas Solentiname. This remote jungle-covered archipelago, located in the north of Lake Nicaragua, is a sanctuary of wild animals, secret lagoons, talented artists, sleepy fishing villages, and is rarely on the tourist trail.

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3/ With your head in the Costa Rican clouds in Origins’ Vertigo Lodge, where you’ll feel equally adventurous and indulged thanks to its creature comforts, including a wood-fire-heated jacuzzi, and a vast suspended terrace with 180-degree volcano views.

EAT

With locals at the pocket-sized taqueria, El Turix in Mexico City, where queues regularly spill down the street. It’s worth the wait though, particularly for the cochinita pibil: achiote and citrus-marinated pork, buried underground and smoked low and slow.

DISCOVER

Guatemala’s Uaxactún ruins, one of the country’s oldest and longest-inhabited archaeological sites, where you can explore the temples at dawn, camp in the surrounding jungle, and channel your inner Lara Croft.

Get in touch with our Central America and Mexico experts: +44 203 925 6592 info@true.travel

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SOUTH AMERICA

A land of superlatives – home to the world’s largest rainforest, longest mountain range and driest, hottest desert – South America is almost too extraordinary to comprehend. Yet, there’s nothing boastful about this breathtaking continent. Its passion, tradition and festival fever speak for themselves. From its northerly reaches, where cool Colombian cities, to Incan cities perched high in the Peruvian Andes, and the Galápagos where untamed wildlife and untold adventures await, South America feels like the very embodiment of travel itself.

1/ To Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where carnival fever lingers long beyond its planned two weeks. Spend days on its spirited beaches, atop its iconic viewpoints including Christ the Redeemer, and evenings at samba bars, doing as its people, the cariocas, do.

If you’re in Oaxaca, don’t miss Teotitlán del Valle, a nearby village where centuries-old weaving traditions come alive in vibrant workshops showcasing naturally dyed textiles that reflect the region’s rich cultural heritage.

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2/ Go to Chilean Patagonia, especially Aysén, where distance and remoteness define one of the planet’s last true wildernesses. Just you, wildlifefilled bays, and a few specialist lodges designed for genuine exploration.

3/ To Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands, walking in Darwin’s footsteps across its pristine archipelago where untamed wildlife reigns: giant tortoises, bluefooted boobies, marine iguanas, penguins, and countless other wonders.

4/ Deep into Chile’s Atacama Desert, a place that rivals the cosmos. Immerse yourself in geothermal waters, cycle across out-of-this-world salt pans, ogle at hardy flamingos, and stargaze like never before.

5/ And get acquainted with Argentina’s beloved capital Buenos Aires and its smorgasbord of sizzling asado, world-renowned tango culture, sun-bleached boulevards, and hallowed football grounds.

6/ Explore a city reborn: Medellín, Colombia. Art lovers will love its vibrant street murals and contemporary galleries, outdoorsy folk will fall for its mild ‘City of the Eternal Spring’ temperatures, while culture seekers will revel in its exuberant barrios.

WHEN TO GO

Patagonia from November to March, the Andes and Amazon from May to October Keep to the coast of the continent though and you’ll generally find good weather whenever you go.

BEST FOR?

Nature lovers, culture chasers, big picture seekers, foodies.

DID YOU KNOW?

Sloths give birth upside down, moving to the lower canopy so that if the baby slips, it can safely fall to the ground.

1/ At SkyLodge Adventure Suites, suspended in a fully transparent capsule anchored to the mountainside overlooking Peru’s Sacred Valley

2/ In Deluxe Airstream Campers on Bolivia’s Uyuni Salt Flats, where a private guide, chef and an endless expanse of whiteness will have your definition of camping redefined.

3/ Off-grid in Estancia Cristina, in the heart of Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Park, where refined luxury meets untamed wilderness.

EXPERIENCE

1/ Tracing ceviche’s 1,500-year history on a tantalising journey from Lima’s vibrant markets to a nearby world-class restaurant, where a tencourse tasting menu reveals the rich evolution and diverse interpretations of this emblematic dish.

2/ Speeding through an immense expanse of creamy dunes on 4x4s in Brazil’s Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. Do it at sunrise too when its shimmering lagoons cast an almost supernatural play of light and shadow that really has to be seen to be believed.

3/ Whale watching in Peninsula Valdés. Rarely do whales make it quite so easy to get up close, but in this Patagonian haven they glide just metres from the shoreline, and orcas even beach themselves in search of sea lions.

EAT

Lucuma (like sweet potato but sweeter, with caramel, custard and butterscotch notes) in Lima’s Miraflores Market where you’ll find it fresh or in juices, ice cream and desserts.

DISCOVER

Colombia’s Carnaval de Barranquilla. Second only to Rio, this four-day festival delivers everything from full-colour floats and costeño culture to infectious music and dance.

POLAR

The Arctic and Antarctica may be poles apart but their DNA is almost identical. Offering cruises past glossy glaciers, treks across thousand-yearold ice fields and unique scientific exploration, these frozen frontiers are the epitome of awe-inspiring. Chase the Northern Lights across Norway, swim beside orcas off Norway’s Arctic Ocean, and follow in the footsteps of Shackleton and Scott across the South Shetland Islands to their historic huts.

With places as remote as Antarctica, every spot feels like an incredible discovery. On Deception Island, where towering glaciers surround a steaming volcanic caldera, you’ll find a secret Antarctic refuge few explorers ever witness firsthand.

DAVID CORVACHO

WHEN TO GO

Late October to March for Antarctica; June to August for the Arctic when the Midnight Sun and vibrant tundra come alive.

BEST FOR?

Wildlife watchers, intrepid explorers, aurora chasers, shutterbugs.

DID YOU KNOW?

Despite being covered in ice, Antarctica is technically the world’s largest desert due to its extremely low precipitation.

GO

1/ To the South Shetland Island’s 20-island strong archipelago where science and nature converge. Marvel at gentoo penguins on Livingstone Island, swim off Deception Island, an extinct volcano with waters warm enough for a polar swim, and get the binoculars out at Half Moon Island, a birder’s heaven.

2/ To a land more popular with polar bears than people. Svalbard is the Arctic North as you’ve always dreamt it. Journey to Longyearbyen to meet the hardy folk that call it home and snowmobile, kayak, and trek in search of polar bears and the Northern Lights.

3/ To the Antarctic Peninsula. Stretching a welcoming arm north toward South America, as if beckoning visitors, this biologically rich gateway of the seventh continent is a thriving breeding ground for seabirds, seals, and penguins, framed by spectacular icebergs, glaciers, and mountains.

EXPERIENCE

1/ Life as esteemed marine biologist, Dr. Sylvia Earle, collecting and sharing scientific data on Antarctica’s resident whales, seabirds, and polar fjordlands. Together with Aurora Expeditions’ passionate expedition team, you’ll have a go measuring water clarity, observing birds, and tracking whales.

2/ The thrill of paddling through icy water to hidden bays and intimate coasts on kayaks. Get close but not too personal with busy penguins, puffins, or polar bears (if in the Arctic), and toast your efforts with a steaming flask of hot chocolate.

1/ As close to outer space as you can get at White Desert’s Echo Camp. Step inside its avant-garde, futuristic pods, set against a backdrop of towering nunataks and sculpted rock formations, and take in the immensity and quietude that define Antarctica.

2/ On board Aqua Expeditions’ icebreaker superyacht, Aqua Lares, cruising through Arctic fjords in search of polar bears roaming the pack ice and walruses lounging on remote shores. Relax in one of 15 bespoke cabins, unwind in the jacuzzi, and savour refined Arctic cuisine.

3/ The hidden ice cave world of the Svalbard archipelago. On a guided tour, wander winding chambers of crystal-clear ice, where delicate formations and shimmering crystals unveil a living, breathing, and ever-shifting frozen underworld.

3/ In one of the Magellan Discoverer’s Deluxe Veranda cabins, the pinnacle of boutique wilderness. Fly in and out of the South Shetland Islands, and with no two expeditions alike, be ready for remarkable surprises at every turn.

EAT

At Funktionærmessen in Svalbard. With a carefully curated à la carte menu and a cellar spanning over 300 bottles, you’ll find it hard to believe you’re this far north. We recommend timing your visit with their quarterly Winemaker’s Dinner, where each course is expertly paired to complement exceptional vintages.

DISCOVER

The world’s southernmost post office at Port Lockroy. Staffed by a small team of postal clerks amid a colony of more than 3,000 gentoo penguins, it dispatches around 70,000 postcards each year. Think of it as a souvenir that takes the scenic route, arriving anywhere from two weeks to a year.

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Some moments stay with you forever. Found in rare experiences and remarkable places, they are quietly life-affirming: the hush of standing somewhere breathtaking, the wonder of a rare encounter, the feeling of experiencing something few ever will. Lingering long after the journey ends, they return to you again and again, shaping memory and meaning alike. And we know exactly where to find them.

INCREDIBLE

EUROPE

Journey to 18th-century Versailles at Le Grand Contrôle, where a MarieAntoinette-style afternoon tea and an intimate Royal Feast by Chef Alain Ducasse await. Between meals, wander the palace’s iconic interiors and gardens on an exclusive after-hours tour, and rise the next morning to the Royal Awakening, with your butler arriving by candlelight to draw back the curtains and prepare a lavish bath.

SOUTH AMERICA

Sink your teeth into a Michelinstyle meal in the heart of Peru’s Sacred Valley. Set against towering mountains reflected in crystalline lagoons and time-forgotten valleys, feast on fresh ceviche, washed down with champagne, at the world’s greatest open-air restaurant.

AFRICA

Be at one with the wild in Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park, the birthplace of the walking safari, on an exclusive private guiding experience. Take time to notice the micro-details – the rustle of leaves, the subtle tracks in the soil – while your guide scans the bush with sharp eyes, searching for the Big Five and the rare and elusive Crawshay’s zebra and Thornicroft giraffe.

MOMENTS

ASIA

Watch rikishi (sumo wrestlers) perfect their craft in a heya (training stable), practicing intense exercises and sparring matches. Observe ceremonial traditions up close and gain insight into the strict routines and devotion that define Japan’s national sport.

Travel Styles

Holidays come in all shapes and sizes. Some are short and sweet, packed with sights and signature dishes. Others stretch across two weeks or more, spanning multiple cities and countries. Some mark milestones – a honeymoon, graduation, or longawaited family celebration, free from home distractions. Some are pure bucket-list thrills designed to stop you in your tracks: spotting mountain gorillas in Rwanda, hiking the Inca Trail in Peru, and seeing the Northern Lights for the very first time. And then there are those that need no reason at all, made simply for the joy of wanderlust.

FAMILY

Family holidays, they’re the stories your children will tell for decades, the adventures they’ll try to recreate for their own family, and the ones you’ll look back on as ‘the good old days’. No pressure then. At True Travel, you don’t need to tell us twice how much these moments matter, whether it’s a full, multi-generation adventure with grandparents and cousins in tow or a more low-key yet equally special parent-child bonding break. We know what questions to ask, what solutions genuinely work (tried and tested by the parents in our team), and how best to weave it all together; leaving the inevitable “are we nearly there yet?” a thing of the past. The result? A family holiday so perfectly tailored to you, the only thing you’ll need to think about is enjoying every second.

Our Five Star Family

Destinations

1/ COSTA RICA

A live-action drama where wildlife, volcanoes, and brilliant beaches come together to form nature’s greatest theatre.

2/ SRI LANKA

Mangrove-lined lagoons, a wealth of outdoor adventures, and easy, fussfree transfers make the ‘Teardrop Island’ a brilliant choice for families, tweens, and teens alike.

3/ SOUTH AFRICA

For their inaugural safari, there is nowhere better. Think junior ranger programmes, Big Five sightings, and family-focused lodges in its Malaria-free hot spots.

4/ ITALY

Embrace dolce far niente (‘the sweetness of doing nothing’) in Tuscany with laid-back bike rides through undulating countryside and pizza making lessons.

5/ FRANCE

A French family holiday is a rite of passage especially when it includes château stays in the Loire Valley, a hot-air balloon ride, and endless frites.

Where to Go When

JAN-MAR

Mexico for Mayan ruins and cenote magic

Easter in Japan for sushi, manga, monkeys and more AP R -JUN

Portugal for surf swells and pastéis de nata

Indonesia for temple runs, rafting and beaches

JUL-SEP

Serious safari in Tanzania

Go castle crazy in Scotland

O C T-D EC

Finland for Father

Christmas and arctic adventures

Go gaucho in Argentinian

Patagonia and exuberant

Buenos Aires

Of all the holidays you ever take, your honeymoon is the one you want to get right. So, what’s the dream? A Polynesian paradise on stilts, a hidden game lodge in Botswana, a remote villa in Tuscany. Or is it something completely different, far from the clichéd palm-fringed white beach?

Perhaps a deep dive into Colombia’s colonial cities or an off-the-beaten track adventure through India’s rural backwaters. Whatever style you choose, rest assured we’ll create a newlywed bubble so perfect you’ll never want it to pop.

HONEYMOON

Where to Go When

JAN-MAR

Maldives to tick all the tropical boxes

Chile for ice fields, active volcanoes, and gentle vineyards

APR-JUN

Turkey for haute history, loopy landscapes and sunlit peninsulas

Island hop to your heart’s content in Thailand

JUL-SEP

Seychelles for opulent Indian Ocean infinity pools

Follow Shakespearian love stories across Italy

OCT-DEC

New Zealand for sauvignon blanc and serious views

Ecuador for remote islands and impressive wildlife

Our Five Star Honeymoon Destinations

1/ ITALY

With its crumpled wedding-cake towns spilling down to shores and on-tap limoncello, it’s like the Amalfi Coast was made with honeymoons in mind.

2/

MEXICO

Combine Oaxaca’s outstanding gastronomy with its chilled-out Pacific coastline where ancient ruins rub shoulders with beaches so beautiful they barely feel real.

3/

THAILAND

A thriving wellness scene, fabulous beaches and some of the world’s best hotels, Thailand’s islands are a perennial honeymoon favourite for good reason.

4/ RWANDA

For those keen to steer away from the traditional. Step into married life alongside giant gorillas, lion prides, and the rare black rhino, all just metres away.

5/ PHILIPPINES

Be spoilt for choice between adventure-packed islands like Palawan, party-perfect islands like Boracay, and hypnotic honeymoon bliss on the sumptuously secluded Pamalican Island.

Considering that humans share around 90% of our DNA with cats and chimps, it’s only natural to feel drawn to them. Wildlife sightings regularly top bucket lists; spotting tigers in India, sloths in Costa Rica, orangutans in Borneo, and whales off wild coastlines around the world. Perhaps it’s because of their power to make us feel wonderfully small, and remind us of a world that existed long before we did. Or maybe it’s the rare sense of connection they spark, so far removed from everyday life. Whatever the reason, our experts know just the lodges, guides, and vantage points to see them best in their natural habitats.

Our Five Star WILDLIFE Destinations

1/ GALÁPAGOS

Mother Nature’s poster child for biodiversity, the Galápagos is home to some of the world’s most exotic species and Darwin-approved ecotourism.

2/ BORNEO

It’s a jungle out there! As well as a diver’s utopia, a hiker’s nirvana through equatorial rainforests, and a wildlife lover’s dream, where you’ll find the the fabled orangutan.

3/ COSTA RICA

Come for four percent of the Earth’s species – sloths, howler monkeys, sea turtles, toucans –stay for its beaches, awardwinning national parks, and laid-back pura vida optimism.

4/ NORWAY

As one of only five countries where you can see polar bears, Norway’s frozen frontier, Svalbard, combines epic wildlife encounters with cozy, hygge-inspired hospitality.

5/ BRAZIL

Boat, canoe, hike, or ride your way through Brazil’s kaleidoscope of landscapes – from the jaguar-rich wetlands of the Pantanal to the sprawling, bird-song-filled Amazon.

Where to Go When

JAN-MAR

Costa Rica for sloths, monkeys and turtles

Australia for kangaroos, koalas and quokkas

A P R-JUN

Whale watching in Sri Lanka

Take a deep dive into Indonesia’s tropical marine life

JUL-SEP

Borneo for boat trips, beaches and orangutans

Jaguar sightings in the world’s largest wetland, the Pantanal

O C T-DEC

Get your Darwin on in the Galápagos

Catch condors in Peru’s Colca Canyon

ACTIVE

What do James Bond and Mission: Impossible’s Ethan Hunt have in common?

A taste for luxury adventure. As do we. But rather than scaling skyscrapers or leaping between moving trains (we’ll leave that to them), we’ve gladly accepted the mission of creating bespoke itineraries that combine horizonexpanding thrills with effortless sophistication and sanctuary. Discover breathtaking vantage points atop Namibia’s 300-metrehigh dunes and Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains, where remote Berber villages dot the rugged, red-stained landscape. Or chase the aurora borealis across frozen lakes on snowmobiles through the pristine Finnish wilderness. This is adventure, your way.

Our Five Star ACTIVE Destinations

1/ BHUTAN

Where adventure meets enchantment, on high-altitude trails to cliff-hugging monasteries and in yawning valleys where archery masters share the art of the bow.

2/ ITALY

Reach new heights along the Dolomites’ via ferrata and discover the true definition of lung-busting at the summit of Europe’s most active volcano, Mount Etna.

3/ NEW ZEALAND

Make a beeline for Queenstown, the ‘Adventure Capital’ and birthplace of bungee jumping, and its encyclopaedic list of thrill-seeking adventures.

4/ TANZANIA

Discover Tanzania’s on-foot experiences, tracking giraffe and elephant herds in the Selous and challenging yourself to Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro.

5/ ANTARCTICA

Take adventure up a gear in the world’s southernmost continent: rappel down glaciers, explore ice caves, dive into icy seas, and witness Emperor chicks take their first steps.

Where to Go When

JAN-MAR

Chase the Northern Lights in Finland

Vietnam for kayaking, caving and cycling

AP R-J UN

The natural and man-made wonders of Peru

Morocco for mint tea and mountain treks

JUL-SEP

Namibia for mammoth sand dunes and salt pans

Sweden for midnight sun, wild swims, hikes and fika

OCT-DEC

Walk the walk along Sri Lanka’s Pekoe Trail

Skydives, ziplines and bungee jumps in New Zealand

safari

A safari is more than a trip – it’s a rite of passage. The thrill of spotting your first wild lion, watching a leopard on the hunt, or seeing a towering giraffe pause for a treetop feast is unforgettable. And the magic doesn’t stop there. Each Southern African country offers its own unique adventure: trekking through Zimbabwe’s remote wilderness with expert guides, locking eyes with mountain gorillas in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, watching nature’s giants gather at Namibia’s Etosha Pan, and sleeping beneath the stars in Botswana’s three-storeyhigh Skybeds. Whether it’s your debut safari or your third, we know exactly how to make each one feel like the very first. We’ll let nature do the rest.

Our Five Star SAFARI Destinations

1/ BOTSWANA

A land thousands of miles from the sea yet deeply defined by water, Botswana is the ultimate anomaly, best explored in the Okavango Delta by mokoro, watching wildlife in action.

2/

KENYA

The birthplace of the safari and stage of the Great Migration, Kenya delivers front-row seats to animal action alongside rare insights into conservation efforts and indigenous communities.

3/ TANZANIA

Its coastline may draw post-safari relaxation seekers, but Tanzania, home to the Serengeti, tree-climbing lions, and over 1,000 bird species, is safari country in its own right.

4/

ZIMBABWE

A land where nature calls the shots; from Victoria Falls and quiet, wildliferich Hwange to the meandering Zambezi, home to over 100 mammal and bird species.

5/ SOUTH AFRICA

Flourishing winelands, forested hills, sweeping shores, and 19 national parks that thrum with the roars and rumbles of the Big Five, South Africa is as iconic as it gets.

Where to Go When

JAN-MAR

Kenya for traditional safari and Maasai warriors Rwanda for bamboo forests and mountain gorillas

A PR-JUN

Delta dreaming in Botswana

Madagascar for endemic bird species

JU L-SEP

Namibia for self-drive safaris across salt pans to the Skeleton Coast

Chase the world’s largest waterfall across Zambia

O CT-DEC

Uganda for heart-stirring gorilla trekking

Tanzania for iconic landscapes: the Serengeti, Mt Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar

OUR FOUNDATION

The True Travel Foundation was established in 2016 with a simple but powerful goal: to channel our support into grassroots organisations where it can make the greatest difference. Each trip booked with True Travel automatically contributes to this work, helping to fund remarkable projects across the globe.

£178,938 raised for Seawilding, our Blue Carbon partner

£12,152 raised in our latest team challenge, Peak to Peat – a Race Across the World–style journey from England’s highest point to its lowest.

£279,615 raised for the True Travel Foundation

£100,678 raised for our Community Projects

1,414 rucksacks donated to the Rucksack Project in Jaipur Four community projects supported: Sol y Luna, Rucksack Project, Newman Holiday Trust, and the Female Empowerment Programme

122 girls supported through the Female Empowerment Programme in Zambia

Two years of funding for Brayan Quispe’s education through the Sol y Luna Foundation in Peru

Five children funded from a disabled or disadvantaged background, to experience a life-changing holiday with the Newman Holiday Trust in our first year of support

Sustainability can mean many things, and in luxury travel it’s often spoken about more than it’s truly lived. At True Travel, we see it as an opportunity, a chance to create extraordinary journeys that also make a genuine difference. Working alongside trusted ground partners, each selected for their dedication to community, fair employment, and responsible practices, we ensure every trip contributes to a healthier planet and a brighter future; whether that be through humanitarian projects or conservation initiatives.

Highest standards

As a certified B-Corp, we’re proud that our practices meet the highest standards of responsibility and transparency, helping us set a thoughtful example in positive-impact travel. With a commitment to continuous improvement, our B-Corp certification ensures every action we take remains true to the promises we make.

01 Seawilding, Scotland

Our partners at Seawilding are the UK’s first community-based native oyster and seagrass meadows restoration project. Based in Loch Craignish on Scotland’s west coast, their aim is to restore lost biodiversity and capture carbon through pioneering, low-cost, best-practice marine habitat restoration methodologies, and embolden local communities to do the same. Since launching in 2020, Seawilding has restored more than 350,000 native oysters and planted 500,000 seagrass seeds in the loch – helping to bring new life back to Scotland’s seabeds.

02 Sol y Luna Foundation, Peru

The Sol y Luna Foundation, established in 1998, provides care and education to 163 children from Peru’s poorest communities. It encompasses a school and Paqari, its special needs programme, as well as a home for orphaned and at-risk children, and Roots & Wings, which supports higher education and vocational training.

03 Time + Tide, Zambia

In rural Zambia and Madagascar, low school attendance during adolescence increases the risk of child marriage, early motherhood and domestic violence. Time + Tide’s Female Empowerment Programme tackles this by providing academic support, extra-curricular opportunities and empowering education. Its goal is for 90% of girls to transition confidently into secondary school, supported by the Girls’ Clubs, founded in 2015, which nurture self-worth, build confidence, and help girls discover their passions.

Our mission has always been to harness the power of travel to positively impact the lives of those people and places that we visit.

HENRY MORLEY Founder, True Travel “ “

04 The Rucksack Project, India

In collaboration with Taabar Shelter, an NGO that works specifically with boys who either found themselves living on the streets or were forced into child labour, The Rucksack Project aims to give the boys something of their own. Each rucksack is filled with everyday essentials such as toiletries and school supplies, things they can call their own, to take with them when they return home.

05 The Newman Holiday Trust, United Kingdom

Now in its 44th year, the Newman Holiday Trust is a voluntary organisation providing memorable holidays for more than 140 children aged four to eighteen with additional needs. For many, it’s their first-ever holiday, offering new experiences and joyful adventures while giving their parents much-needed respite.

CREATING exceptional MEMORIES

We know no two travellers are the same so why should their journeys be? Each itinerary, whether it’s a spontaneous European escape or a transformative month-long sabbatical across Southeast Asia, is meticulously crafted from scratch by our team of experts, designed exclusively for you.

Our blank-page approach means there’s never any formulaic copy and paste. Instead, we take your lead, capturing your preferences, passions and penchants over the telephone, by video or in person, and shaping them into a journey that feels unmistakably yours. Nothing is off the table, be it a private, after-hours tour of the Louvre or having lederhosen delivered straight to your hotel room for Oktoberfest. Whether it’s planning the trip you always dreamt of, or crafting one beyond anything you imagined, we know journeys are more than trips. They’re memories in the making.

IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU

During your first call with one of our experts, we’ll be listening and learning; understanding what moves you, what excites you and leaves you speechless. Tell us where you want to go, who you’re going with, what you want to see, the types of places you wish to stay and leave the rest to us.

LOCKED IN

Once you’re satisfied with every detail, we’ll request a deposit (with the remaining balance due 90 days before departure). From there, our Travel Tailors will get to work, crossing the t’s and dotting the i’s. You’ll be able to log in to the True Travel app too, where you’ll find access to your day-by-day itinerary and a countdown to your holiday of a lifetime.

FORWARD THINKING

The journey doesn’t end when you return home. We take time to debrief, discovering what you loved and where we can improve, and use your feedback to shape future travels. Guided by a dedicated account manager who understands your preferences and senses your interests, your ideas remain central, meaning each journey can build seamlessly from the last.

BUILDING THE BLUEPRINT

Drawing on their in-depth knowledge and decades of experience, your dedicated Travel Designer will turn your bespoke brief into a detailed, thoughtfully curated itinerary, handpicking rooms (not just hotels), tables (not just restaurants), and seats (not just tickets). Taking your lead, we will refine and enhance your journey until it delights and excites you from start to finish.

Our dedicated team is with you every step of the way – from your predeparture call, making sure you’re fully prepared for the adventure ahead, to the moment you arrive at the airport. While you’re travelling, our 24/7 support and emergency line ensure that every detail is taken care of. We’ll send timely reminders for bookings, drivers, and restaurant reservations, keeping everything seamless so you can simply relax and enjoy the journey. 01 05 02 03 04

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