10
Whale watching trips
3
Successful northern lights hunts
45
Countries Visited
From a young age travel has been a passion for me ever since I stood at the airport as a child with my hands pressed against the glass looking at the giant jet that was to carry me across the globe.
I love to immerse myself in the destination and culture, from the people, the food and local traditions. So far, I’ve been lucky enough to visit 45 countries over 6 continents with many more on my bucket list.
Stand out destinations for me are Iceland for its varied landscapes and chances to see the northern lights, Greenland where I was amazed by a sunset over the Ice Fjord cruise in Ilulissat and Norway for the amazing scenery, autumn colours and varied activities.
One of my most recent trips, which took me to the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia and the Falkland Islands will always stand out as I remember feeling so humbled to be walking beside king penguins and fur seals in their natural habitat.
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Darren‘s top travel experiences
Seeing the northern lights in Iceland dancing above me in the wilderness
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Darren‘s top travel experiences
A school group approaching me in a park in Hanoi, Vietnam asking if they can read to me to practice their English
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Darren‘s top travel experiences
Seeing whales breach in front of my Zodiac in Alaska
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Darren‘s top travel experiences
Walking side by side with king penguins and fur seals in Fortuna Bay, South Georgia
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Darren‘s top travel experiences
Cruising out of Stockholm through the quaint islands and seeing the chocolate box cottages and lush green scenery
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Darren‘s top travel experiences
Witnessing the autumn leaves in eastern Canada
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Darren‘s top travel experiences
Seeing the amazing colours and reflections on an sunset Ice Fjord cruise in Ilulissat, Greenland
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Darren‘s Favourite Holidays
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Peninsula, Falklands and South Georgia
Antarctica Small Ship CruiseDiscover many of Antarctica's top wildlife hotspots on this expedition cruise.
From £12400 Excluding Flights
16-23 Nights
Jan-Mar & Oct-Dec
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Over the Roof of Norway
Norway RailExplore Oslo, Flam and Bergen and enjoy some of Europe's most scenic rail journeys.
From £1068 Excluding Flights
6 Nights
Year Round
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Around Lofoten
Norway Self DriveDrive yourself around peaks, fjords and pretty villages on this leisurely holiday
From £1501 Excluding Flights
8-9 Nights
May-Sep
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Northern Lights 24-7 in Svalbard
Svalbard Short BreakWitness the northern lights day or night on this unique winter break in Longyearbyen, Svalbard.
From £532 Excluding Flights
3 Nights
Jan-Feb & Dec
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Essential West Greenland
Greenland Independent Short BreakExplore the ice-choked fjords and glacier-scoured valleys around Ilulissat in West Greenland.
From £4996 Excluding Flights
5-6 Nights
Jun-Sep
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Havila Norwegian Coastal Voyage
Norway IndependentJoin a classic voyage on one of the most environmentally friendly ships sailing the Norwegian coast from Bergen to Kirkenes and back again.
From £2201 Excluding Flights
13 Nights
Year Round
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Norwegian Fjord Highlights
Norway Self DriveWind your way around picture-perfect fjords on this self drive
From £1506 Excluding Flights
7 Nights
May-Sep
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Classic Antarctica
Antarctica Small Ship CruiseEncounter curious penguins and laid-back seals on a classic Antarctic cruise.
From £6995 Excluding Flights
8-14 Nights
Jan-Mar & Oct-Dec