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Polar plunges
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Continents set foot in
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Canada provinces visited
My travel career started by selling cruises to worldwide destinations before joining Discover the World in 2013 within the Nordic team. Predominately focusing on Iceland, I have experienced the many varying landscapes and spectacular scenery of the country – my favourite part being the Snaefellsnes Peninsula where I enjoyed visiting the volcanic craters, hot springs, rugged coastlines and the opportunity to spot orca.
However, my real passion is wildlife and I moved over to our Worldwide team to focus on the wonderful experiences on offer in Canada and Alaska particularly encounters with bears and whales.
I’m passionate about this part of North America. My favourite places are the Great Bear Rainforest for the variety of bear species that thrive there and Gros Morne National Park in Newfoundland for the hiking opportunities around Western Brook Pond and Tablelands.
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Doug‘s top travel experiences
Hiking the Cabot Trail in Nova Scotia before sampling a microbrewery overlooking Bras d’Or Lakes
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Doug‘s top travel experiences
The rich variety of wildlife near Maligne Canyon including brown bears, beavers, bald eagles, big horn sheep and elk
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Doug‘s top travel experiences
Seeing a grizzly bear and it’s year-old cub crossing in front of my boat just yards away in the Great Bear Rainforest
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Doug‘s top travel experiences
Kayaking in Tutka Bay with porpoises, sea otters and bald eagles keeping me company!
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Doug‘s top travel experiences
Getting off the beaten track and relaxing in the Landbrotalaug Hot Pot
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Doug‘s top travel experiences
Seeing the northern lights above Qassiarsuk, Greenland, with epic mountains and icebergs providing the back drop
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Doug‘s top travel experiences
Snorkelling in the clearest glacier waters at Silfra
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Doug‘s top travel experiences
Seeing a massive pod of orcas in Grundarfjordur, Iceland
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Doug‘s top travel experiences
Snowmobiling at the Icehotel across the frozen Torne River
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Doug‘s top travel experiences
Witnessing humpback whales bubble net feeding in the Kenai Fjords
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Doug‘s Favourite Holidays
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Introduction to Alaska
Alaska Self DriveEncounter the jewels of Alaska with this well-paced self-drive itinerary.
From £1978 Excluding Flights
7 Nights
May-Sep
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Alaska's Inns and Nature Lodges
Alaska Self DriveThis 2-week itinerary takes in many of Alaska's best known highlights, such as, Denali and the Kenai Peninsula, staying in more intimate accommodation.
From £6481 Excluding Flights
12 Nights
May-Aug
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Ultimate Pacific Coast Experience
Canada Self DriveDiscover spectacular coastal scenery and wildlife-rich waters on this western self drive.
From £2461 Excluding Flights
10 Nights
May-Sep
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Cape Breton Explorer
Canada Self DriveThis week-long self-drive holiday takes in the highlights of Nova Scotia, from the historical splendour of Halifax to the stunning scenery of the Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
From £875 Excluding Flights
6 Nights
May-Oct
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Majestic Rockies by Rail and Road
Canada Rail Self DriveWitness the Rockies' natural beauty and soaring wilderness on this independent journey.
From £2913 Excluding Flights
6 Nights
May-Oct
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Yukon Highlights
Canada Self DriveImmerse yourself in the wild west's rugged landscapes and colourful history.
From £1129 Excluding Flights
9 Nights
May-Sep
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Grizzly Bear Adventure at Knight Inlet
Canada IndependentThis pristine wilderness is the perfect place for grizzly bear encounters.
From £1341 Excluding Flights
2 Nights
May-Oct