Blue Monday – Let’s Get The Hell Out Of Here Deal
Hamish McMaster
Blue Monday is a name given to the third Monday in January, supposedly the most depressing day of the year. Apparently it’s some equation linking failed New Year’s resolutions, grim weather and needing something to look forward to. It’s probably made-up bollocks, – but we put our thinking caps on and thought, how could we cheer up anyone who […]
British Travellers – Great News. Travel Just Got Easier
Hamish McMaster
As you may have seen recently in the news, from Friday January 6th 2022, fully vaccinated travellers will no longer have to take a test before they travel back to the UK. This will make the whole process of travelling easier and more stress free. In addition, the UK Government announced that from Sunday 8th […]
What’s On Your ‘Must Do In 2022’ List?
Hamish McMaster
2021 possibly won’t rate as one of the greatest years of all time for those of us who love travel and indeed those travel companies who have continued to fight through the uncertainty and constantly changing regulations. However, we are stoked that we managed to pull off several trips this year and we are eternally […]
Woohoo! We Can Now Officially Get Excited About Travel Again From the UK
Hamish McMaster
After many false starts, the Travel Industry is now breathing a collective sigh of relief that we can safely restart doing what we love. Whilst regulations do change, this Government announcement now gives the industry far greater confidence that this is the start that International Travel companies were looking for. Given that we don’t operate […]
Rafting Holidays – What Are They All About?
Hamish McMaster
Without wanting to state the obvious, many people understand given the title, that there is some white-water rafting involved, however many people don’t understand how a typical day on a white-water rafting holiday works. What happens when you land at the beach you are camping at for the night? Can you take a shower? Where […]
Why Family Adventures Are More Important Now Than Ever
Hamish McMaster
It’s been quite a year or so, hasn’t it? In my view as a parent, these past months have been so impactful on children’s state of mind that I felt obliged to share my perspective. I lead a privileged life, where in normal times I get to travel with my kids to far flung and […]
How It Feels To Run Your First Company Rafting Trip After 14 Months
Hamish McMaster
We have become extremely accomplished at thumb twiddling, learning how to stay positive about the future of travel (even when we were not so sure about it ourselves!). We’ve been trying to reduce and streamline costs, while at the same time trying to look after local guides who have had no income. It is like […]
Plan Your Upcoming Adventure Now With Our Traffic Light System
Hamish McMaster
Let’s face it, there is a huge desire to travel again after spending most of our winter in our homes. Despite how comfy our sofa and kitchen are, the desire to travel to amazing places will never lose its appeal to folks who love to experience new cultures. If you have visited any of our […]
What A Perfect Way To See New Zealand
Hamish McMaster
New Zealand has long been drawing international travellers to experience its incredible adventures. New Zealand feels like the ‘comfort blanket’ of travel destinations, with its friendly people and wonderful nature without the venomous ‘nasties’ trying to kill you (don’t worry, they are all in Aussie). There are many stunning parts of the country, but today […]