The December long weekend is a chance for a change of scene before Christmas. Sahara dunes, Atlantic islands, hiking or cities with centuries of history: at Tuareg, we offer several ways to make the most of these dates.
Combining public holidays with a few days of annual leave can turn a long weekend into an eight-, nine- or ten-day trip.
Those lucky enough to travel outside the summer season know the advantages: fewer crowds, often better weather and, of course, better prices.
Travelling out of season has many advantages, but which are the best destinations to travel in October?
More and more families ask us for a special trip tailored to them. All our small group trips are designed for adults, although many allow children to join if their families understand that they will be travelling with other participants.
Iran is one of the most historically rich destinations you can visit. It is known as the cradle of Western civilisation and a crossroads for many cultures and peoples. Its geographical position and vast underground oil reserves make Iran a key player in international relations. Fortunately, in recent years its differences with other powers and states have been resolved peacefully through negotiation, leaving dark chapters of its history behind.
Would you like to explore Iran? We have departures in October, November and December, plus a special New Year trip to Iran.
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Travel now or leave it for another time? There are different points of view, and each has some merit.
On behalf of Viajes Tuareg, as travel professionals, we simply do what we know: suggest itineraries where the authorities so authorize and adapt the type of trip to current health requirements.
Here are our proposals for the coming months of September and October.
Before 2000 it was unthinkable; today we take it for granted
Do you remember airport security checks before 11/sep/2000? Having to take off our shoes to pass through security was almost unimaginable.
Years later, we take it for granted that we have to remove our belts or pass through modern scanners that can see right down to our skeletons. What was unimaginable in 2000, Today is just one more formality.
Similarly, more and more countries are requiring a PCR test as a condition of entry
The pandemic situation in Slovenia is under control and we are following it closely. We can change the itinerary at the last minute if necessary.
On 14 May, just over two months after recording its first case Covid-19, Slovenia declared that the pandemic was under control within its territory. According to the government, this means that the borders will be reopened, non-essential services will be resumed and citizens will be able to leave social isolation.
Slovenia currently has the best clinical situation in Europe, allowing us to bring the pandemic to an end,” said Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Jansa.
With the desire to travel in summer, Slovenia is the perfect country for a holiday without crowds and in nature. In addition, the epidemic has long been under control, with no new cases of Covid-19 for weeks, so Slovenia is Europe’s first ‘Coronafree’ country. As a result, everyday life, shops, hotels and restaurants have already returned to normal, while complying with hygiene regulations.
This is how Aurelia described her feelings to us on returning from Trekking trip in Sicily and Aeolian Islands.
All travellers have something in common: driven by curiosity, we often cross the world to have new experiences, explore unfamiliar regions and discover other cultures.
But there are many ways to travel. We can do it to foot, bike, kayak or bus. Some of us like to travel in comfort, while others enjoy getting mud on our boots.
But, What kind of traveller are you? If you are still undecided, we suggest following your astrological preferences for choose the ideal trip according to your zodiac sign.
21 March-20 April
Aries are born leaders, adventurers And they love it. discover new places. An Aries will always try to go a little further, whatever it takes. As a fire sign, they will persist. You will want to stay active and seek exciting experiences on holiday.
If you are an Aries, you will be happy trekking through the jungle to a hidden village, exploring by bicycle or rowing to a deserted beach. And you will not stop until you get there. Your ideal travel companion is Libra.
How about a bike ride? We suggest Cuba. This cycling trip explores rural roads around Viñales, Havana, Trinidad, Santa Clara and Matanzas. Throughout the journey, we are accompanied by a guide and a minibus with space for our bicycles. The cycling distances are not very long and the terrain is almost always flat and easy. A trip to discover the country like a local Cuban. Don’t miss it!
RECOMMENDED TRIP: CUBA BY BICYCLE
21 April-21 May
Taurus are people who like enjoy the good life, food and beautiful landscapes. They seek places where they can feel at home: comfortable accommodation, a restorative meal and a country where they can relax. They like stability and dislike surprises. They are passionate about culture, theatre, music, history and archaeology, and always want to explore these in depth.
If you are a Taurus, you will enjoy a trip without surprises, allowing you to discover new things in comfort. Pleasant natural surroundings will be essential, and a cultural element will be the perfect complement to your trip. Your ideal travel companion is Scorpio.
Your destination for this year is clear: Albania and Macedonia. We will walk through the isolated valleys of Theth, visiting UNESCO-protected places, rich in culture and archaeology. An incredible journey!
RECOMMENDED TRIP: ALBANIA AND MACEDONIA
22 May-21 June
Geminis are fun and social; they love lively places with plenty to offer. They enjoy beaches and always end up meeting new people. Geminis need something to do and someone to talk to. Group trips are ideal for them: they can meet people and always make the group more fun.
If you are a Gemini, you will have a great time surrounded by others, meeting people from different cultures, no matter how different they may be. Your ideal travel companion is the Sagittarius.
For you we propose Thailand, a trip fascinating, taking you from Bangkok to the jungles of the north. On foot, we visit ethnic minority villages. The beaches of Krabi, Samui or Koh Yao Noi await at the end of the itinerary. An unforgettable journey!
RECOMMENDED TRIP: THAILAND
22 June-23 July
Cancer loves family holiday, and when travelling, enjoys experiences that bring the family together and stir emotions and memories. Their imagination knows no bounds, so places steeped in history will appeal to them.
If you are a Cancer, you will feel at home in places that let you connect with your inner self. You will enjoy them even more if you share those moments with loved ones and see that they are enjoying the experience too. Your ideal travel companion is Capricorn.
How about a Safari? It is a wonderful experience, allowing families to enjoy remote corners of the world beneath endless skies. On our safari to Kenya and Tanzania We will visit Maasai land, dominated by their sacred mountain, the Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano, and Lake Natron. We will cross the Serengeti to discover all its ecosystems and visit the natural Noah’s Ark of the Ngorongoro Crater. An impressive place to enjoy as a family, just as you like it.
RECOMMENDED TRIP: KENYA AND TANZANIA SAFARI
24 July-23 August
Leo is a sign dominant and strong. Creativity and power inevitably appeal to Leos, so success stories fascinate them. They also have an adventurous, exploratory nature and always want to discover what lies a little further beyond. Don’t try to stop them. As a fire sign, warm weather doesn’t trouble them too much.
If you are a Leo, you will enjoy exploring the history of flourishing civilisations and seeing what they achieved. If your trip includes some adventure, you will enjoy it even more. Your ideal travel companion is Aquarius.
Your destination is undoubtedly Uzbekistan. The ancient Silk Road passed through here, and Tamerlane proclaimed himself the heir to Genghis Khan. In more recent times, this republic experienced the fall of the USSR. On this trip We will follow the classic route through the historic sights, with a detour to the village of Sentiab, between the Nurata Mountains and the Kyzylkum Desert, far from the bustle of the cities. To satisfy your more adventurous side, you can combine it with Kyrgyzstan.
RECOMMENDED TRIP: UZBEKISTAN
24 August-23 September
Virgos are confident, organized, and precise. When organising holidays, they plan carefully in advance. This year Virgo wants to be adventurous and, as an earth sign, enjoys exploring the world on foot, savouring every landscape.
If you are a Virgo, you will love exploring the world and enjoying every detail nature offers. Your trips need an adventurous and social element. Your ideal travel partner is Gemini.
Your destination is undoubtedly Georgia. We will cross mountain passes and admire magnificent glaciers with views of the country’s highest peaks. You will discover local cuisine and gain first-hand insights into the culture of these Caucasian communities. Incredible, isn’t it?
RECOMMENDED TRIP: GEORGIA
24 September-23 October
Libras are adaptable and undecided. They love destinations with a little of everything: culture, tradition, adventure and good food. For a travelling Libra, balance between romance and tradition is important.
If you’re a Libra, you love people but can’t stand crowds. You enjoy walking and learning about new cultures and traditions. Your ideal travel partner is Leo.
How about a trip to the beautiful Italy? You will discover eastern Sicily and the islands of Stromboli, Vulcano and Lipari. A combination of spectacular walks in a Mediterranean setting, with volcanic activity and Greek, Roman and Byzantine archaeological remains that are sure to impress.
RECOMMENDED TRIP: ITALY
24 October to 22 November
Scorpios are Passionate, adventurers and full of energy. Scorpios should see this summer as an opportunity to renew their energy. They always choose less popular destinations where they can meet interesting people and enjoy good company.
If you are a Scorpio, you will enjoy a trip with a touch of mystery, so places with history and classical architecture appeal to you. Your ideal travel companion is Capricorn.
We suggest a trip to Central Asia, follow the classic route of the Uzbekistan rich in monuments, exploring the main stops on the ancient Silk Road: Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand. In Kyrgyzstan, a mountainous country with vast natural landscapes, the itinerary runs around Lake Son Kul and the Tien Shan mountain range. A trip for adventurers Like you!
RECOMMENDED TRIP: UZBEKISTAN AND KYRGYZSTAN
23 November-21 December
Sagittarians are intellectual, Honest and sincere. They like freedom, travel, law and adventure. They always choose destinations where there is a great deal of exploration and adventure.
If you are a Sagittarius, you are known as “the explorer of the zodiac”. Your desire for new experiences and freedom makes you a great traveller, so almost any destination can fascinate you. Your ideal travel partner is Aquarius.
We suggest one of the most impressive safaris available, the safari in Kenya and Tanzania. We gathered the most interesting reserves in East Africa, approaching the local population, often the great forgotten safari journeys. A fascinating journey you can't miss!
RECOMMENDED TRIP: KENYA AND TANZANIA
22 December-20 January
Capricorns are planners by nature. That doesn’t mean they dislike adventure and adrenaline. Ambitious and competitive, Capricorns love a little adventure, preferably out in nature.
If you are a Capricorn, you love isolated places in nature and try not to limit yourself to particular types of trips. Your ideal travel companion is Scorpio.
For you, we're clear, Ethiopia. A trip exploring history and archaeology, where the variety of landscapes and ethnic groups will leave a lasting impression. A magnificent journey you cannot miss!
RECOMMENDED TRIP: ETHIOPIA
21 January to 19 February
Aquarius is freethinker, humanitarian and independent. Curiosity drives you to keep exploring. An Aquarius won’t settle for just anything: they need a trip with a strong wildlife component.
If you are an Aquarius, you have a personality all your own. We might find you anywhere in the world, from the Amazon rainforest to Morocco’s highlands or central Africa, alongside lions and antelopes. Your ideal travel partner is Sagittarius.
Aquarians are in their element in Indonesia, where we travel up the Sekonyer River to observe orangutans being reintroduced to their natural habitat. The route ends on the beaches of southern Bali. Perfect, isn't it?
RECOMMENDED TRIP: INDONESIA
20 February-20 March
Pisces are generous, kind. and Positive. When travelling, they like sports, walking, dancing and having fun. As the Zodiac’s most spiritual sign, they enjoy visiting churches and religious monuments for both the spiritual experience and their historic beauty.
If you are a Pisces, your only essential condition for travel will be that your destination is near water, whether the sea, a lagoon or a river: it gives you the peace you need to rest. Your ideal travel partner is Cancer.
For this reason, a destination could be Myanmar where we will fly to sacred Mandalay, sail to Bagan to admire the plain of 2000 temples, and cruise on Lake Inle to explore its floating way of life. Doesn’t that sound fascinating?
RECOMMENDED TRIP: MYANMAR
Families increasingly ask us for a special private trip just for them: what we in the travel industry call tailor-made family trip.
Travelling together as a family can be complicated for adults: it takes patience and a little luck. That is why we think it is a good idea to offer tailor-made trips for families seeking something special, with more privacy, peace of mind and reassurance when travelling with children and/or teenagers.
Most trips on our website can be adapted to each family's needs; however, there are some itineraries that are especially advisable.
If we choose our itinerary thinking it will be a tailor-made family trip, we can turn safaris in South Africa into tours by reserves where there is no malaria, staying at campsites with swimming pools while driving a 4×4 along Namibia’s tracks; or replace temple visits for a fun afternoon of Pokémon in Tokyo.
Most of our trips can be adapted to the needs of each family or group of friends. Please speak to the specialist for your destination.
This family cycling route runs through the Moselle region, known for its beautiful scenery, vineyards producing the famous white wine Riesling, and cultural attractions including fortresses and castles. It is a very flat, easy route following the Moselle River, with 90% on cycle paths, visiting small German villages.
Travelling to Sri Lanka as a family is an unforgettable experience, opening a door to the world, new cultures and different ways of seeing life.
The country has good infrastructure and services, and both the route and the different activities are adapted to the needs of the whole family.
Choose a Havana–Havana or Havana–Santiago route, with a rental car, a planned itinerary and accommodation booked throughout. This trip is designed for families who prefer to discover the island independently, travelling at their own pace along an itinerary chosen in advance, with a rental car and everything arranged.
A special tailored trip for families, with a compact route that will allow us to visit the two most significant points of the country: the modern and cosmopolitan Cape Town and a private reserve in Kruger where we'll be in direct contact with wildlife.
An action-packed tour that lets us visit the highlights of the country’s north in just a few days. With 4×4 vehicles, expert local Spanish-speaking guides, comfortable lodges and tented camps, it suits all kinds of travellers and families with children.
And for families that, YES or YES want to travel as a group, we apply a generally accepted principle: children want other children and so we have scheduled selected departures that bring together bookings from families travelling with children.
When you explain to someone that you're going to travel to Georgia, the response you can expect is: Georgia? What's there?
Anyone asking that has clearly not seen these 10 photographs, which will convince you to travel to Georgia. Here we go!
Seeing these pictures made us desperate to return to travel to Georgia.
Our Travel to Georgia – Trekking through medieval villages is designed by our trip planners for those nature lovers and hikers.
Staying in local homes, we travel from village to village, getting to know local people and their customs.
A spectacular, affordable and thoroughly enjoyable trip. Perhaps we should not say so ourselves, but we sincerely believe that our trip to Georgia has no rival.
Perhaps you opened this post to remember your experience in Georgia us, and of course, you want to come back. No problem: we have more in store for you!
One suggestion would be our Travel to Albania and Montenegro – Trekking in the Dinaric Alps, which has a very similar style. Otherwise, browse our travel for €1000 (and for a little more).
What is the best time to travel to Antarctica?
1.- Antarctica: NOVEMBER and early DECEMBER
2.- Antarctica from DECEMBER to mid-FEBRUARY
3.- Antarctica from mid FEBRUARY to MARCH
3.- What is the Antarctic Circumpolar Current?
With the arrival of summer, coastal areas are free of ice which allows the ships to leave. A period of five months between November and March when weather conditions are more favourable and where more than 20 hours of sunlight a day for activities.
In November, the Antarctic Circumpolar Current begins to moderate temperatures throughout the southern hemisphere. The Drake Passage offers windows of weather when it is possible to reach Antarctica without facing 10-metre waves.
Late spring and early summer in the southern hemisphere. The continent is covered in snow, and the pack ice begins to break up. At this time of year, Antarctica is a wonderful white landscape, with abundant icebergs and sea ice.
Sunlight encourages abundant phytoplankton growth, attracting marine mammals to feed near the coast.
It is penguin mating season, and birds are laying their eggs.
Midsummer in the southern hemisphere. During this period, the warmest of the year, The snow melts, revealing rocks and tundra that allows us to go for walks.
Almost round-the-clock daylight delights photography enthusiasts.
Less sea ice means easier access to more distant areas. Seal and sea lion pups can be seen. Penguin chicks hatch, and their parents spend hours feeding them.
End of summer and beginning of autumn in the southern hemisphere. Antarctica is preparing for winter. It's the period when the sea ice reaches its smallest extent, allowing access to the most remote areas. It is also the ideal time for activities on land, with less snow.
The whales return to feed and it is the best time to observe them; seals and elephant seals rest on land, and penguins moult.
The Circumpolar Current forms part of the great ocean circulation driven by changes in water temperature. The coldest water flows along the ocean floor towards the equator, while warm surface waters from tropical latitudes flow upwards to replace the colder water that sinks.
The Antarctic Circumpolar Current flows from west to east, counterbalancing the opposite direction of all subtropical currents in an area called the Antarctic Convergence,
an area of approximately 40 km where the waters sink northwards towards the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian oceans.
Germany is a very large country located almost in the centre of Europe, covering nearly 360,000 km² there are many things to do at all times of the year. Although the weather can sometimes be rather unpleasant, you will find things to do in this wonderful country in all four seasons. Pack your backpack well and you will be ready to explore Germany at any time of year. Remember, if you plan to park at the airport, Fly lets you compare airport car parks to find the cheapest.
Just pack your backpack carefully and you’ll be ready to discover Germany in any season.
If you're passionate about snowboarding, skiing and snow, Germany has ski runs that will take your breath away.. It has ski resorts with hundreds of kilometres of pistes for all abilities, in a wonderful setting. Most resorts are in Bavarian region, specifically in the Bavarian Alps, such as Garmisch – Partenkirchen, from where the famous New Year’s ski jumping is broadcast.
Another spectacular feature of Germany in winter is its Christmas markets. If you have the chance to visit one of the cities that set up these little Christmas paradises like Nuremberg, Dresden, or Hamburg, the most traditional ones, you will fall in love with them.
Spring is one of the best times to explore Germany's cities by bicycle. The weather improves, the days grow longer and the gardens are in full bloom. Unlike in summer, the cities are less crowded with tourists, allowing you to enjoy your visit in peace. Germany has cities for all tastes, such as alternative, historic Berlin, classical, picturesque Nuremberg, or Frankfurt, equally modern and traditional.
If you're not one of those who enjoys visiting cities too much, we encourage you to sign up for one of our trips that we have organized by bike in Germany on the banks of the River Main. From your bicycle, you can enjoy the region’s beautiful landscapes, palaces, fortresses and castles.
Although it is not very well known, the German coast has much to offer, with more than 1000 km of beaches. It has what are known as two seas, the North Sea and the Baltic Sea: the first rougher, the second calmer. This may be a less explored area, but we assure you that you won’t regret visiting, especially in summer. It is full of seas, lakes and streams and has the largest area of marshland on the planet. The coast at Travemünde near Lübeck is perfect for families wanting to relax and enjoy water activities such as kayaking, canoeing or surfing.
If you prefer to relax, you can't miss the Spa resorts in Mecklenburg–Pomerania on the Baltic Sea. You cannot leave without visiting the Königsstuhl centre in Jasmund National Park, a place that will leave you speechless. The islands of Rügen, Sylt and Fehrmann will also surprise you.
Germany has a lot to offer in autumn, although not everyone agrees. The Black Forest, known as the lung of Germany, is a wonderful place for trekking when there are fewer people but temperatures are still pleasant. Depending on the season, you can ski at the higher resorts or enjoy a day of hiking, cycling, paragliding or golf.
More to the north, very close to Berlin, lies the Harz, a region full of nature and incredible landscapes, home to northern Germany’s highest mountain range. As well as outdoor activities, the area offers spa waters, small traditional villages and a wealth of culture. The The highest mountain in this area is the Brocken, considered Europe’s most famous gathering place for witches. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, don’t miss the famous the Harz railway, connecting Wernigerode with Nordhaus and travels many places among the mountains with spectacular landscapes.
China is already on our list of destinations with the Trans-Mongolian, the Trans-Siberian, Yunnan or the Easy China and now, after a brief but intense trip to eastern China, we are back with a new highlight for this September: nature walks in eastern China. Alongside cosmopolitan cities in the east, this route takes in central China’s most spectacular sites: The pinnacles of Yangshuo and the Li River; the stone forest of Zhangjiajie and the Great Wall at Jinshanling. Masterpieces of nature await us on varied, accessible walks that take us away from the local crowds. To help us understand this country’s complex society, the trip will be led by a Spanish guide who has lived in China for many years.
