Travel Blog

From our favourite locations to watch the northern lights to the best places to watch whales in Canada, stunning pictures of the Sweden's Icehotel to the 7 natural wonders of our world, read our blog for all your holiday inspiration.

7 Whale Watching Hotspots Around the World

Become a dedicated follower of flukes with our guide to the world's best places to spot cetaceans.
  • Wildlife

Friday, 17th February 2023

Destination Specialist

Meet the Guides of Canada’s Bear Watching Lodges

Meet the amazing guides from three of our favourite wilderness lodges in British Columbia’s Great Bear Rainforest.
  • Wildlife
  • Where to Stay

Friday, 14th October 2022

Will Gray

A Personal Look at our Frozen Planet: Going to Extremes

Now that you’ve watched Frozen Planet II have you wondered what it’s like to visit Antarctica, the Arctic or any of the world’s other frozen lands? Travel writer and photographer, Will Gray, shares his first-hand experiences.
  • Travel Stories
  • Wildlife
  • Destination Insiders
  • Inspire Me

Friday, 30th September 2022

Will Gray

8 penguin species you need to know before travelling to Antarctica

Penguins provide a huge draw for those visiting Antarctica and their status as consummate charmers is richly deserved.
  • Wildlife

Thursday, 21st April 2022

Destination Specialist

Wonderfully White Wildlife

There is something rather festive about white wildlife. Perhaps because many are found in cold climates, snow-covered in winter. From polar bears to Arctic hares, we've shone a spotlight on our favourite white wildlife, where you can find them and when.
  • Wildlife

Sunday, 19th December 2021

Pam Forrest

Amazing Wildlife Encounters in Canada

Canada is home to abundant wildlife from musk ox roaming the Arctic tundra to bald eagles circling above the Pacific coast. But the biggest draws are undoubtedly bears and whales. Read our guide to the country's diverse wildlife experiences.
  • Wildlife

Thursday, 16th December 2021

Pam Forrest

6 Amazing Experiences to Celebrate World Oceans Day

The world's oceans have long been a source of fascination and wonder and the 8th June marks World Oceans Day. We've selected just a few experiences that celebrate the wonder of our oceans.
  • Inspire Me
  • Wildlife

Monday, 7th June 2021

Pam Forrest

Top Ten Birding Spots in Iceland

Iceland may not top the tables for species numbers but if you’re after a birding holiday combined with jaw-dropping scenery, the island takes some beating.
  • Wildlife

Tuesday, 6th April 2021

Cathy Harlow

Did You Know This About Puffins?

Beloved by birders and nature enthusiasts everywhere, puffins are one of the most widely recognized, and arguably one of the most popular birds in the world. Learn everything you need to know about these fascinating seabirds with our round up of interesting facts.
  • Wildlife

Thursday, 11th June 2020

Doug Kington

An Isolation Guide To Bird Watching At Home

Read our isolation guide to bird watching at home, comparing some of the birds you may have been searching for on your travels with some British counterparts.
  • Inspire Me
  • Wildlife

Tuesday, 28th April 2020

Bruno Kaufmann

Best Wildlife Holidays in Alaska: Photo Gallery

Award-winning travel writer Will Gray reveals the incredible wildlife you could spot on a trip to north America’s last frontier.
  • Wildlife

Thursday, 20th February 2020

Will Gray

International Polar Bear Day: what’s it all about?

Find out more about International Polar Bear Day on 27th February and what you can do to get involved.
  • Wildlife

Wednesday, 5th February 2020

Emma Mitra