Explore South Korea at the tail end of spring in May. With cherry blossom crowds dissipated and the summer holidays yet to arrive, May offers the perfect opportunity to experience warm days and picturesque landscapes in a quieter atmosphere. Hit the major highlights on a cross-country tour of South Korea's top cities, or appreciate its natural beauty by visiting tea plantations and bamboo forests.
South Korea is in full bloom in April, one of the most popular months to visit. In early April, travel to Jinhae for the country's most famous cherry blossom festival, which brings in more than two million visitors annually. Later in the month, take in flowery landscapes while hiking or camping in South Korea's national parks. Cherry blossom season brings higher crowds and flight prices, but travelers will find the season's popularity is well deserved for its mild weather and unforgettable views.
Signs of spring begin to peek through in March as frozen temperatures thaw and the first of South Korea's flower festivals kick off. Crowds are low compared to other spring months, making March an ideal time to experience the season in South Korea without paying premium airfare prices. Travel to the southern provinces for the warmest spring weather, where you can visit historical sites in Gyeongju, sample traditional dishes in Jeonju, and admire the bamboo forests of Damyang.
Explore South Korea at the height of winter in February, when crowds are low and snowy landscapes beckon. From winter sports and hiking to warming up in the waters of a traditional Korean bathhouse, there's something for every traveler this month. Visitors willing to endure the chilly temperatures can snag great deals on flights, hotels, and attractions while experiencing South Korea's major cities at a slower pace.
As the coldest month of the year, January is South Korea's low season. Travelers kicking off the new year in Seoul will benefit from low crowds and prices, presenting the perfect opportunity to visit the country's most popular tourist destinations without the lines. Tour major cities like Incheon and Daegu or hit the slopes at one of South Korea's ski resorts in the northwest district of Pyeongchang. Cap off your trip by celebrating the beauty of winter at a seasonal festival.
December is a festive time in South Korea, with light displays and holiday festivals. Embrace the frosty temperatures and take advantage of reduced crowds as you visit top destinations, with evenings spent beneath the warm glow of colorful Christmas lights and lanterns. Hit the slopes for opening weekend at one of the country's best ski resorts, or take in picturesque winter landscapes on a hike through a national park.
Experience authentic Vietnam on this 11-day tour of its cultural hotspots. Travel from Hanoi down the coast to Ho Chi Minh City, stopping to visit gems like UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay and Hoi An. You'll join locals for street food tours and countryside biking adventures and learn about Vietnamese war history with a visit to the notorious Cu Chi Tunnels. Highlights include afternoon tea with a Hanoian, a cooking class with Mrs. Chin, and spending the evening with a rural family in the Mekong Delta.
Tailormade for active families and older children, this two-week Guatemalan adventure starts in the historic city of Antigua. Learn to cook Maya cuisine, hike the Pacaya volcano to roast marshmallows on petrified lava, and take an overnight camping trip to the summit of Acatenango. Then it's off to Lake Atitlán for kayaking, village hikes, and ziplining. Fly north to end the trip discovering the ruins of Tikal National Park, spelunking through Actun Kan Caves, and cruising around Flores Island.
Welcome to the greenest part of Emerald Isle. Untamed, uncrowded, and unspoiled, Ireland's northwest is one of the most diverse wildernesses in Europe. Threaded with miles of empty roads, it's ripe for exploring by car. On this 12-day self-drive trip, you'll head directly west from Dublin and journey north up the Wild Atlantic Way into a world of dramatic peninsulas, flower-specked marshland, sacred mountains, and Neolithic monuments.
Road-tripping for two weeks in Ireland is manageable, even with young children. You can visit at least six destinations, though focusing on the country's north or south is best. Explore Belfast and the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland using Dublin as a jumping-off point. If venturing south, you can drive the Ring of Kerry, and it's easy to include the Cliffs of Moher in every itinerary. You'll surely experience family time at historical castles, on hiking trails, and along stunning coastlines.
Vietnam is world-famous for its delicious cuisine, and you'll sample the best of it on this 13-day foodie adventure. Eat your way throughout the country, starting at the ice cream shops and street-food vendors in Hanoi and finishing at themed restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City. Along the way, you'll take cooking classes and sightseeing tours, and explore the beautiful scenery in Ha Long Bay and the Mekong Delta.
Share a fabulous adventure with your kids as you spend 10 days traveling through northern Thailand. Start in Bangkok, where you'll visit family-friendly museums and take a pottery class in Ko Kret. Then it's on to Kanchanaburi to discover Thai history along the Khawe River and climb the Erawan Waterfall. Visit an elephant sanctuary to feed and bathe the gentle residents, then fly north to explore the beautiful temples of Chiang Mai and take a family cooking class with the locals.
Get ready for 15 action-packed days of culture and outdoor adventures in Thailand. Start the journey in exotic Bangkok where guides will show you around the city and the UNESCO-listed ruins of Ayutthaya. Then head north to Chiang Mai to see temples, step foot in Laos, and spend a day with elephants. The last leg of the trip is in the south, where you'll unwind in Khao Lak, the Similan Islands, and other peaceful corners of this tropical paradise.
Starting from Dublin, this itinerary takes you on an anti-clockwise self-drive adventure around the Emerald Isle. Delve into history and folklore as you explore Ireland's dramatic landscape over 11 days. The trip includes guided tours of Boyne Valley's ancient sacred sites, "haunted" Leap Castle, and a walk around Dublin's Medieval Quarter. On the west coast, you'll discover the enchanting setting that inspired the poetry of WB Yeats.
Combine cities, beaches, and culture for 10 days of family-friendly fun in Thailand. Starting in Bangkok, you'll visit vibrant Chinatown for delicious street food and see the world-renowned Golden Buddha before continuing to the mountains of Chiang Mai. Visit an elephant sanctuary and feed the elephants, have dinner with a local family, then end your tour on the beaches of Khao Lak, swimming and snorkeling in the aquamarine waters of the Similan Islands and exploring rivers and jungles via 4WD Jeep.
This 10-day family tour of Thailand starts in Bangkok, where you'll visit vibrant Chinatown for delicious street food and see the city's famous floating markets. Then, it's off to the mountains of Chiang Mai for tours of an elephant sanctuary and mud baths with the elephants! Swim in the crystalline waters of Phuket, feed endangered gibbons at a jungle sanctuary, and tour the glorious white-sand beaches of the Phi Phi Islands.
This exciting 15-day journey combines some of Thailand's most unique activities, tours, and landscapes. First, immerse yourself in Thai culture with guided tours in Bangkok and the ancient city of Sukhothai. Then head north to Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai to see temples, meet elephants, and ride a hot-air balloon at sunset. Finish the adventure in the southern islands where you'll have free time (between excursions) to relax on glorious white-sand beaches.
With two weeks in South Africa, you and your family can tick off the highlights of Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Victoria Falls on a best-of itinerary crafted especially with younger ones in mind or opt for a fun and wildlife-filled trip that includes stays at Club Mykonos and Kruger National Park. Active families will enjoy a self-drive adventure along the Garden Route, while families with older children looking for a more relaxing trip can split their time between the beaches of Cape Town and Sun City.
Active travelers will love this 15-day tour of Thailand's cities, national parks, and tropical islands. Start by exploring Bangkok and Chiang Mai followed by a multi-day hike amid the hill tribes of the mountainous north. Next, fly south for more hiking, plus hands-on activities with local communities. Head to a beach resort on the Andaman coast for snorkeling and soaking in hot springs to complete the adventure.
With 10 days in Morocco, you can embark on a family-friendly highlights tour, ticking off Casablanca, Essaouira, and Marrakesh, or opt for a culture-focused trip where children of all ages will delight in learning henna and mosaics. Families with younger children can opt for a Fes to Marrakesh itinerary, complete with a camel ride, while those who want to keep on the move will love discovering the culture, landscapes, and culinary delights of Morocco on a Marrakesh to Casablanca trip.
Travel the length and breadth of Guatemala over 14 action-packed days. Your adventure kicks off on the historic streets of colonial Antigua followed by activities in the stunning Lake Atitlán region. After visiting Indigenous markets, you'll travel north to natural hot springs and enjoy a boat ride down the Río Dulce before capping the trip with a tour of the ancient Maya ruins at Tikal.
Connect with Thailand through its food on this nine-day tour. You'll peruse a floating market, sample snacks and more in Bangkok's Chinatown, and take part in a number of Thai cookery classes, which will leave you equipped to recreate some of the dishes you've sampled back at home. But Thai cuisine won't be the only highlight of this trip, as you'll also spot wildlife in Khao Sok National Park while exploring by canoe and bamboo raft, learn more about elephants, and visit the famous Golden Triangle.
Uncover some of Thailand's rich history on this nine-day tour from northern Chiang Mai to central Bangkok. Starting with Chiang Mai's oldest temples, you'll experience local culture on a hill tribe excursion and cycle the ancient city of Sukhothai. Delve into the world-famous Ayutthaya Historical Park and swim in the waterfalls of the Erawan National Park. Conclude your adventure in Bangkok with its colorful floating markets.
Eight days in Ireland is enough time to explore three to four destinations in one region. Using Dublin as a jumping-off point, discover the West Coast's iconic Wild Atlantic Way or venture to Northern Ireland to wander among Belfast, Antrim's waterfalls, and islands in the Scottish Hebrides. Another option is to city hop arts-loving Galway to cosmopolitan Cork. More active travelers might consider a walking adventure of western Ireland's The Burren, Aran Islands, and Connemara.
With one week in South Africa, you can visit two to three destinations. First-timers can hit the highlights in Cape Town, Kruger National Park, and Johannesburg. Or wildlife enthusiasts can combine whale watching and game drives on a tour focusing on the coast, while families keen on cultural experiences and waterparks will enjoy adding Sun City Resort and Johannesburg to the mix. Those with little ones will appreciate the variety of kid-friendly activities, including the Adventure Center in Shamwari, with time spent in the Eastern Cape.
With a week in Morocco, you can visit two to three destinations. Consider a blend of urban and rural on the Marrakesh, Imlil, and Agafay trip, perfect for first-timers, or those looking for beach time combined with a tour of Marrakesh will love the Souks & Sand itinerary. Families with younger children will find a variety of kid-friendly activities, including a donkey ride in Tiout, on the Discovery Tour, while older children and art lovers might opt for a hike in the Rif Mountains and a mosaic workshop in Fes on the Northern Morocco trip.
Get a taste of Thailand's culture and landscapes on this 10-day heritage tour. Begin in the lush north for temple hopping in Chiang Mai, elephant encounters, and a trip to the famous Golden Triangle. Then head south, pausing at the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Sukhothai en route to explore Bangkok's temples, royal palaces, and floating markets. The adventure ends on the white sands of Phuket and James Bond Island.
Check off cities, mountains, and beaches on this epic eight-day adventure showcasing some of the best of Thailand. After touching down in vibrant Bangkok, you'll explore the city's narrow canals, waterfront temples, and delicious cuisine. Then it's on to verdant Chiang Mai for hot springs, ancient temples, and shopping for artisanal wares. Spend a day with elephants in a sanctuary before hopping over to the beaches of Phuket and sailing and snorkeling around the Phi Phi Islands.
With 10 days in South Africa, your family can embark on a highlights tour that ticks off the famous sites of Cape Town, Kruger National Park, and Johannesburg. For a wildlife-focused trip, opt for an adventure along the Garden Route, stopping at Gondwana Private Game Reserve and Featherbed Nature Reserve, or for families with younger children, discover the quirky side of South Africa and split your time between Cape Town and Sun City resort.
This 14-day family tour of Guatemala starts in the colonial city of Antigua, where you'll make your own candies at a chocolate museum and learn the art of creating colorful holy week festival carpets. Then, it's off to Lake Atitlán for mystic Maya spiritual ceremonies and village tours before heading to the beaches of El Paredon. Go horseback riding on black-sand beaches, help baby sea turtles into the ocean, and see tropical birds and other wildlife on a mangrove forest cruise.
Tour Guatemala's lesser-visited Caribbean side on this exhilarating 10-day family adventure. Start in Guatemala City, where you'll see the historical sights of Parque Central and turn cacao into sweet treats at a chocolate workshop. Then, it's off to Río Dulce for a boat tour of the river and kayaking or paddleboarding along the beaches of Livingston. End in the island town of Flores, taking a zipline along the canopies of Ixpanpajul Natural Reserve and hiking through the Maya ruins of Tikal National Park.
If you're looking for an active adventure holiday to Guatemala with older kids, this 10-day trip based between Antigua and Lake Atitlán is for you! Tick off bucket list activities as you hike and camp overnight on the Pacaya volcano, kayak the world's most beautiful lake, cycle to Maya villages, explore coffee plantations, and trek through lush jungles and forests. Along the way, you'll nurture the kids' adventurous sides and unleash your own inner explorer.
Unleash your inner explorer on this week-long family trip that draws you and the kids into the heart of Guatemala's ancient history and natural wonders. Against a backdrop of Maya ruins, stunning scenery, and exotic wildlife, you'll venture into the jungles of the north, uncover mighty temples, and glide through underground rivers and caves by inner tube.
Foodies and oenophiles will love this relaxed—and delicious—self-guided road trip that traverses the heart of New Zealand. From the compact capital, Wellington, make your way north to Napier and Hawke's Bay and then back south through Martinborough, Blenheim, and finally, Christchurch as you partake in famous wine regions and gourmet meals on land, tram, and cruise. The itinerary includes plenty of free time for hiking, biking, and whale watching off the Kaikoura Coast if you so choose.
Experience the best of Vietnam from the south to the north as you tour highlights and off-the-beaten-path gems. Starting in Ho Chi Minh City, you'll embark on day trips to the famous Mekong Delta where you'll visit nature reserves and the famous floating markets. Then fly north to Hanoi for city tours plus excursions to the remote mountain villages of Pu Luong and a cruise on the emerald green waters of Ha Long Bay.
Dive deep into the culture of Vietnam over 11 action-packed days that will take you from Ha Long Bay in the north to Ho Chi Minh City in the south. It begins in Hanoi with tours of historic landmarks, cooking classes, and a boat cruise. Then head to the coast to visit the Imperial City of Hue, the ancient streets of Hoi An, and finish in the former Saigon, where you'll visit war sites and French-colonial buildings.
This unforgettable 11-day itinerary delivers the richest cultural experiences in Vietnam and Thailand. Arrive in Hanoi, where you'll discover Vietnam's ancient heritage on city tours and in cooking classes. After cruising the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, you'll head south to Ho Chi Minh City to explore the famous Mekong Delta before wrapping up the trip in ancient Chiang Mai, Thailand.
This 10-day family tour starts in the capital, Bangkok, where you'll explore the city's temples, palaces, and some very quirky markets. Head north to Chiang Mai for a more traditional experience among the temples, nature parks, and local culture. And end in picturesque Krabi, a southern Thai beach haven where your family can swim, snorkel, and play in idyllic crystal-clear seas.
This 11-day guided mountain bike tour starts in historic Antigua, where you'll see some of the city sights and cycle through picturesque villages and ancient ruins. Then, it's off to Lake Atitlán for trail rides that take you through the challenging Santa Cat and Slickrock trails. See active volcanoes and lava fields, camp overnight in Pacaya Volcano National Park, and trek via mountain bike to a working coffee cooperative for insight into one of the country's biggest exports and delicious coffee samples!
See a different side of Guatemala on this bespoke 11-day itinerary. Starting and ending in the capital of Guatemala City, you'll be driven to the Caribbean-influenced north of the country to discover the waterways and jungles of the Río Dulce and Las Conchas regions. Take tours of ancient Maya sites, swim in crater lakes and warm waterfalls, embark on boat tours into wildlife-rich forests, and explore the hidden world of Guatemala's sacred caves.
Discover the charming city of Girona, nestled in the heart of Catalonia and steeped in history, in just 24 hours. From winding medieval streets to a beautiful cathedral and museums, you can roam one of the world's best-preserved Jewish quarters. Indulge in the world-renowned culinary scene, explore the rich history, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of Girona.
Embark on the ultimate Central America getaway for 11 days of adventures on land and sea. It starts with an exploration of Guatemala's highlights, as you tour historic cities, visit famous lakes, hike volcanoes, and discover the ancient Maya ruins at Tikal. Jet off to Honduras for snorkeling and beach time on the Caribbean island of Roatán, then return to Guatemala for more cultural activities before heading home.
Experience the best of New Zealand's North Island on an exciting 11-day independent road trip. Start in Auckland, the country's largest and most famous city, known for its perfect marriage of cosmopolitan and natural offerings. Then, drive south to see volcanoes and geysers in Rotorua and Tongariro National Park. Enjoy a Maori feast and performance before continuing to the vineyards of Martinborough, the country's premier wine country. Finish the tour in the small but thrilling capital city, Wellington.
Strap on your hiking boots and grab your best camera because you're off on a camping adventure at an active volcano in the southern Guatemala highlands. Your destination is Acatenango, a 13,044-foot (3,976 m) stratovolcano looming over the historic city of Antigua. A 4WD vehicle will lead you up to the trailhead, from which you'll make the ascent to the summit and snap incredible photos along the way.
Unearth Guatemala's many treasures on this week-long family adventure that whisks you from elegant Antigua to the shores of Lake Atitlán. Become the adventurer in your own story as you explore ancient Maya ruins in Iximché, get hands-on with arts and crafts in Chichicastegnango and San Juan La Laguna, and spend a day relaxing on the black volcanic beaches of El Paredon.
Get to know the Queenstown area's natural wonders on this eight-day trip. Beginning in Queenstown, you'll explore the town and enjoy a number of activities: bungee jumping, jet boating, wine touring, and soaking in hot pools. Then head to Te Anau to visit glowworm caves, go hiking, and cruise the scenic Milford Sound / Piopiotahi. Finish in Wanaka with hiking, a happy hour cruise, and more outdoor adventures before returning home.
Get your adrenaline pumping on this 11-day adventure tour of New Zealand. You'll travel from the North Island to the South, stopping to admire Auckland's black-sand beaches, Rotorua's geothermal pools, and Mount Tarawera's craters. Along the way, bounce down hillsides in an inflatable Zorb, hike and kayak across the South Island, and enjoy high-octane quad biking and jet-boating tours in New Zealand's adventure capital, Queenstown.
If you're looking for classic Thai experiences but are desperate for blissful beach time with the family, then this week-long trip to Thailand is perfect. Split between cultural Chiang Mai in the north and the southern island of Ko Samui, you'll get the best of both worlds as you savor Thailand's delicious street food scene and wonder at the historic temples before three days of switch-off time in paradise.
Enjoy plenty of outdoor activities on this scenic, wintry eight-day journey through New Zealand. Start by exploring Christchurch's urban gardens, then head to Lake Tekapo for a glacier hike and stargazing. Visit Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park and cruise on Tasman Glacier Lake as you drive to Twizel. Next, continue to Wanaka for a hot tub experience, ski trip, and happy hour cruise. Finish off in Queenstown, where you can try bungee jumping, jet boating, and wine tasting.
Explore the wonders of Thailand with the whole family on this seven-day tour. Start in Bangkok, where you'll visit the majestic temples of Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Pho and delight your taste buds with a food tour of the Bangrak District. See Bangkok's famous floating market, then head to the coastal town of Hua Hin, where you can relax on the beach or go windsurfing. Cruise Khao Daeng Canal via a colorful long-tail boat, see historic Rajabhakti Park, and glimpse wild elephants at play in Kui Buri National Park.
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