Travel Inspiration

Staying at a ryokan in Japan is a fantastic experience, but what should you expect? Here’s all you need to know about staying in a ryokan.

Get to know Japanese culture through Japanese cuisine with our ultimate Japan food guide, filled with fun experiences for the curious foodie traveller.

Read our guide to responsible, sustainable and ethical travel in Japan to discover how best to prepare for your Japan trip.

Clean, safe and endlessly fascinating, Japan is a great destination for family holidays. Here's our guide to the best things to do in Japan with kids.

We have analysed data on every country across the globe to find out the world’s most spiritual country in our Global Spirituality Index.

Forget the big cities - head out to the countryside to explore what rural Japan has to offer and see a different side to this fascinating country.

The Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park is home to a rare phenomenon throughout Africa and a unique safari highlight.

Discover how to travel responsibly and ethically in Sri Lanka. Prepare for your Sri Lanka holiday with our responsible travel guide.

Africa Specialist Thea answers some common questions by our safari clients – what is a typical day on safari in Kenya and what should I expect?

Discover the seasonal Serengeti Wildebeest Migration patterns throughout the year, the best times to see the migration and where to stay.

Discover our comprehensive list of children's books from around the globe to encourage the little ones to travel the world.

If you’re planning a holiday to Namibia our travel guide will help you decide where and when to go and what to do whilst you’re there.

If you're looking for an exciting and adventurous travel experience we can create an unforgettable tailor made holiday just for you.

There are seven established routes to climb Mt Kilimanjaro. In this post we explain why our favourite is the Mt Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route.

If you’re planning a holiday to South Africa our travel guide will help you decide where and when to go and what to do whilst you’re there.

In this post we share our highlights of Hanoi to help you make your most out of your time in Vietnam's vibrant capital city.

Visit Thailand in April and join the famous Songkran (Thai New Year) festivities. Read our blog to find out more about Songkran and how it is celebrated.

For many adventure holiday lovers, Zanzibar is the perfect place to enjoy sun, sea and sand after a safari or mountain trek.

Our Asia specialist, Thea, shares her experience of Chiang Mai's Elephant Nature Park and why a visit to see the gentle giants is a must.

Here’s our month-by-month guide to Mt Kilimanjaro's weather to help you plan when to climb this iconic mountain.

Our Asia specialist, Thea, shares her experience on one of our most popular day tours in Phuket – Hong by Starlight Phang Nga Bay tour.

Exploring the ancient temples of Angkor Wat is a truly memorable experience which should not be missed during a holiday to Cambodia.

We appreciate that planning a luxury holiday can be overwhelming as there are so many different travel companies to choose from.

If you’re planning a holiday to India our travel guide will help you decide where and when to go and what to do whilst you’re there.

From Rudyard Kipling’s ‘The Jungle Book’ to Arundhati Roy’s ‘The God of Small Things’, here's my reading recommendations for India.

Wayfairer's guide to essential responsible, sustainable and ethical travel practices whilst on a luxury holiday in India.

We encourage our clients to travel in a responsible and respectful manner. Here’s our guide to responsible travel in Thailand:

Read our specialist guide for essential responsible travel practices when you're on your holiday in Tanzania and Zanzibar

Planning a trip to Tanzania? Read this guide to our favourite northern and southern national parks and game reserves.

Read our specialist's blog about the top 6 quick tips for making sure you that you plan the perfect honeymoon.

Experience colourful celebrations and participate in cultural holidays during one of Asia's traditional festivals.

A unique opportunity to participate in the Gorilla Habituation Experience in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Secluded, off the beaten track and with an abundance of wildlife, the Selous Game Reserve is one of our favourite safari destinations in Africa.

From Joy Adamson’s Born Free to Isak Dinesen’s Out of Africa, there’s a long list of fascinating novels that are set in Kenya.

From ‘Black Buddha’ by Richard Waters to ‘The Coroners Lunch’ by Colin Cotterill, here are my reading recommendations for Laos.

Wayfairer Co-Founders, Harry Prowse & Tom Blakey, share their favourite unique accommodation options in Africa & Asia.

Located in southwest Kenya and covering an area of 1510 sq km, the Masai Mara is one of the most incredible big game viewing safari areas in Africa.

Read our expert travel guide to Loy Krathong and Yi Peng - two of Thailand’s most magical and memorable festivals...

Cradled amidst the picturesque hills of Central India, Bandhavgarh is one of the best places in the country to see Royal Bengal tigers.

From seeing prides of lions in Kenya and gorillas in Rwanda to tracking Bengal tigers in India, here's our top wildlife experiences for 2018.

Explore the list of interesting locations and fascinating species featured on BBC's Blue Planet through our informative map.

If you’re planning a holiday to Myanmar our travel guide will help you decide where and when to go and what to do.

If you’re planning a holiday to Tanzania our travel guide will help you decide where and when to go and what to do whilst you’re there.

If you’re planning a holiday to Uganda our travel guide will help you decide where and when to go and what to do whilst you’re there.

Planning to visit the majestic Victoria Falls in southern Africa? Our guide will help you decide the best time to travel to this iconic destination.

From the green rice fields in the north to the tropical island of Phu Quoc in the south, Vietnam’s natural landscapes are truly breathtaking.

Located just 2 hours drive from Arusha, Tarangire is a charming National Park to visit on a northern Tanzania safari.

If you’re planning a holiday to Cambodia our travel guide will help you decide where and when to go and what to do whilst you’re there.

From 'Pol Pot: Anatomy of a Nightmare' to 'Children of the River', here's my reading recommendations for Cambodia.

From Jennifer McVeigh's 'The Fever Tree' to Nelson Mandela's 'Long Walk to Freedom', here's my reading recommendations for South Africa.

Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar are fantastic honeymoon destinations. Here are our suggestions for a dream honeymoon in Asia:

Planning a honeymoon? Here are some of our itinerary ideas for an unusual, authentic and unforgettable East African honeymoon:

We pride ourselves on creating unique, authentic and sustainable tailor-made holidays. Here are our top 10 tips to travelling responsibly in Vietnam

Are you looking to plan a luxury holiday to the Rainbow Nation? Here’s our guide to travelling in a responsible fashion when in South Africa...

When planning your holiday to Laos be sure to include time in Vientiane and Luang Prabang to absorb the atmosphere of these charming towns.

In this guide we cover all the essential information and practical advice you need to ensure you're fully prepared for your Mt Kilimanjaro trek

Discover our 8 best beaches in Zanzibar for your perfect Zanzibar holiday with our detailed map and guide, including the best hotels & beach resorts.

From Graham Greene's The Quiet American to Boa Ninh's The Sorrow of War, there's a long list of books about the legacy of the Vietnam War.

From Rattawut Lapcharoensap’s ‘Sightseeing’ to Alex Garland’s cult novel ‘The Beach’, there are many fascinating books about Thailand.

Read our specialist guide for essential responsible travel practices when you're on your holiday in Namibia

We encourage our clients to travel in a responsible and respectful manner. Here’s our guide to responsible travel in Myanmar (Burma).

We encourage our clients to be considerate to the communities and environments they visit. Here’s our guide to responsible travel in Laos

We encourage our clients to travel in a responsible and respectful manner. Here’s our guide to responsible travel in Rwanda:

If you’re planning a holiday to Kenya our travel guide will help you decide where and when to go and what to do whilst you’re there.

We encourage our clients to be considerate to the communities and environments they visit. Here’s our guide to responsible travel in Cambodia

Faded Footprints is our new illustrative series which remembers thriving and beautiful destinations that no longer exist.

We encourage our clients to travel in a responsible and respectful manner. Here’s our guide to responsible travel in Uganda:

If you’re planning a holiday to Rwanda our travel guide will help you decide where and when to go and what to do whilst you’re there.

We pride ourselves on creating unique, authentic and sustainable tailor-made holidays. Here are our top 10 tips to travelling responsibly in Kenya.

If you’re planning a Vietnam holiday our travel guide will help you decide where and when to go and what to do whilst you’re there.

Inle Lake is a highlight of our Myanmar itineraries and with so much to see we've selected our top 5 highlights for you.

Coming face-to-face with wild mountain gorillas in their natural environment, deep in the forests of East Africa, is a truly unforgettable experience.

Planning a trip to Cape Town? Read our guide for inspiration about places to visit and things to do during your time in this incredible city.

Here at Wayfairer we think that there’s no better way to experience the essence of Kenya than on a luxury tailor-made safari holiday.

If you’re planning a holiday to Laos our travel guide will help you decide where and when to go and what to do whilst you’re there.

There’s a wide range of adventure activities and exciting experiences to enjoy at Victoria Falls. Here’s our top 13...

If you’re planning a holiday to Thailand our travel guide will help you decide where and when to go and what to do whilst you’re there.

Our Africa specialist, Thea, explains why you should get off the beaten track for an incredible safari experience in Swaziland.