Expert Insights

2022 is the year for making up for lost time. Before taking the plunge, it's worth remembering that some trips are best experienced if you're well prepared. The trek to Machu Picchu, a wilderness cycling quest through Namibia, or glacier hiking in Iceland, are all far more enjoyable if you're ready for the adventure ahead. 

Below are some of our most iconic trips-of-a-lifetime, with journeys that ideally prepare you for the experience, making the training as fantastic as the final destination – and handily checking off some extra bucket list adventures as you go.

The setting: somewhere in New Mexico. Oil field waste pits have not been properly netted to protect wildlife from their toxic mixture. Migratory birds, mistaking these holding ponds for water, have become trapped and died. The oil companies are in clear violation of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, but Fish and Wildlife Special Agents need help in building their case. How many birds have been affected? How many species? Are any endangered? Time to call Pepper Trail, bird detective.

Introducing you to a selection of some of the greatest gastronomy regions across the globe, including Sicilian street foods, traditional Finnish dishes and delicious glasses of the Portuguese Vinho Verde, our foodie tours will pique the palate of any discerning gourmand. Whether it’s visiting a local food market or getting hands-on at a cookery class, the itineraries on our foodie tours let you discover regional delicacies that give you a real flavour of each destination.

Sicily is a true Mediterranean gem just off Italy’s coastline, filled with diverse landscapes, cultural treasures, and delicious traditional cuisine. Our Cycling in Sicily trip is an excellent way to uncover the island’s fascinating history, warm hospitality and interesting culinary influences that blends different cultures while keeping all of Italy's original charm.