I believe that being born in Canada where I spent my formative years had a huge impact on me and the person I was going to be. Like my parents, I have always had a thirst for adventure and a hunger to experience new and exciting places and cultures.
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Continents travelled over
24
Countries explored
10
Seas/oceans swam in
Working in travel has given me the chance to explore parts of the world that I never thought I would including; Iceland, Norway, Macedonia, Papua New Guinea and many others.
My Reviews
Samantha‘s favourite holidays
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Above the Arctic Circle
Nordic Europe Self DriveThis self drive journey crosses borders in the northern reaches of Finland, Norway and Sweden
From £1733 Excluding Flights
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Norwegian Fjord Odyssey
Norway Self DriveThis self drive is a well-paced exploration of the fantastic fjords.
From £2194 Excluding Flights
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National Parks and Natural Wonders
Iceland Self DriveSelf drive of some of Iceland's spectacular scenic highlights exploring Lake Myvatn, the East Fjords and the south shore.
From £1749 Excluding Flights
Blogs
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How to Celebrate Midsummer in the Nordics
Midsummer is a key occasion in the calendar across the Nordics. From weekend-long celebrations in Sweden and Finland to low-key jubilations in Norway and Iceland: here's our guide to celebrating Midsummer like a local!
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Finding Joy in Wild Swimming
From Wales to Whitstable, via Canada and New Zealand, Head of Product Liz, describes the joys and slight madness of cold water swimming.
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Cool Gems of West Sweden
Fall for the cool, laid-back vibe of West Sweden, a diverse and picturesque region of coastal charm, rolling countryside, lakes and castles.
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Livin’ La Pura Vida in Costa Rica
There’s a vibrancy and magic to Costa Rica that is compelling, with local culture a big part of its appeal. After all, according to the World Happiness Report, it is one of the happiness countries in the world. Here, even the wildlife seem to smile...
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The Magic and Chaos of Travelling with Kids
Take your kids travelling. Take them now. You’ll never regret taking your kids on a family adventure holiday.
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18 Things To Do in Reykjavik, Iceland
Discover the history, culture and dining hotspots of Reykjavik and the scenic wonders on the city's doorstep.
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Good heavens above – stargazing experience with Will Gray
Travel writer and photographer, William Gray trips the light fantastic as he explores the addictive universe of stargazing.
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5 of the Best Places to Visit this Summer
Our trips for summer are all about getting off the beaten track, discovering new places and embracing nature's natural wonders in the cooler, fresh air of more northerly climates. See our five recommendations.
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6 Natural Hot Spring Hot Spots
With well documented healing properties, hot springs are a gift of nature. Take a look at our pick of adventurous ways to get into hot water.
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7 beautiful views of the Yukon and how to experience them
From the contrasting shades of Emerald Lake to dramatic aurora displays over the Yukon Valley, here are 7 of our favourite views in the Yukon...
