The moon rises from the sleeping black branches and illuminates the earth. What awakens the sleeping world? Is it the flapping wings of a chick in the distance, or is it the longing for the distance deep in my heart? We’ve handpicked the best destinations to visit from January to March for you. There are amazing natural landscapes and unique cultural customs here. Food and wine complement outdoor adventure, and more vibrant wild creatures are waiting for your arrival.
Europe | Iceland Norway/Sweden/Finland At the end of the day, the earth is quiet and deserted. On the edge of darkness, only the aurora danced alone. Fog rises from the cold shore, and the ocean currents call silently. In Northern Europe in winter, this loneliness is not everyone yearns for, but those who know it miss it very much. Iceland and Norway, outlined by waves and mountain peaks, and Sweden and Finland, hidden in pine forests and tundra, each show unique beauty. Compared with the popular Iceland, Norway and Sweden are often underestimated. In Norway, you can stay in a hotel converted from a fisherman’s cabin, go out to sea to track killer whales in an assault boat, hike fjords in snowshoes, learn to surf in the extreme north, then jump into a hot tub, drink a glass of mulled wine and wait for the aurora to arrive.
In the evening, under the dark blue sky, head along the coastal road to the local tavern and taste authentic seafood dishes. The ingredients are sourced from local farmers and hunters: cod, flounder, seaweed, berries, snow rabbits and wee finches. These ingredients are cooked in a sustainable way to make unique island cuisine.
The Lapland wasteland in north-central Sweden can satisfy your yearning for wild luxury vacation and outdoor adventure at the same time. Stay in a modern wooden cabin converted from a 19 th-century lumberjack’s dwelling with a private chef, sauna and open-air hot tub and experience an abundance of snow sports. If you love adventure, you might as well drive a dog sled yourself for a long multi-day crossing. Every night, stay in a cabin known only to the local people, enjoy wine and food around a bonfire.
African Culture | Egypt/Morocco All of Ethiopia
When it comes to cultural travel, Africa is perhaps not the first choice that springs to mind. But since Homo sapiens left Africa in the late 60,000 years ago, this continent has never missed civilization. The ancient Egyptian civilization six thousand years ago, Christianity introduced into Ethiopia in the fourth century AD, Morocco, which blended with Arab and French colonial cultures, and many tribal civilizations rooted in the vast land have always beaten a strong pulse.
In Egypt, we offer both hotel and Nile cruise itineraries. Either way you choose, you can explore the important archaeological sites along the Nile River in its entirety, including the tomb of Pharaoh Seti I, which is closed to public visitors, and the tomb chamber built for the craftsmen who built the tomb themselves (which contains more imaginative frescoes). We arrange flights to and from Abu Simbel Temple on the same day, saving you seven unnecessary hours of driving. Feel the weight of history in the legendary Sofitel River View Room.
In Morocco, we eschewed the commercially overexploited, cookie-cutter classic loop (keeping only Marrakesh) and left more time for the southern desert. There are still villages following matriarchal society, empty Gobi Desert, lush palm forests and valleys full of nut trees. Stay in four traditional private houses along the way, as well as wild luxury tents in the Sahara Desert, and enjoy the intimate service of private chefs and housekeepers.
Compared with North Africa, where tourists are flocking to, Ethiopia is an undervalued country, but its historical significance is crucial. In the fourth century AD, after the introduction of Christianity here, believers began to dig monasteries in the rocks. To this day, people still gather in those hidden rock churches and worship devoutly.
Considering the climate differences between the north and the south of Ethiopia and the rainy season, December to March of the following year is the only window period when the whole country can be traveled. Different from the Christian civilization in the north, the Omo Valley in the south is home to dozens of indigenous tribes with different cultures. They have lived here in isolation for thousands of years, retaining ancient and unique folk customs. We will also arrange for you to follow a camel transport convoy across the hottest Danakil depression in the world, escorted by armed guards, and witness the rolling lava of Etaare volcano.
African animals Tanzania/Kenya From December to January, the herbivores end their long southward migration along the eastern Serengeti into the Ngorongoro Reserve. The lush grass here is the best place to feed newborn cubs. It is expected that in late January or early February, More than eight thousand pups will be born every day. In just three to four weeks, More than 400,000 new life will fill the northern edge of Ngorongoro Crater And short grass plains near Olduvai Canyon. Compared with Tanzania, Kenya is just as wonderful, with about 30,000 herbivore cubs still to be born in Masai Mara grassland。 In the face of these fragile new life, predators will not show mercy, and travelers will have more opportunities to witness exciting hunting scenes. The warm waters of the Indian Ocean also make Kenya’s east coast an excellent seaside resort. Compared with the peak season from June to October, you can enjoy a better price if you go at this time. Central America | Mexico/Cuba At the end of the 15 th century, the discovery of the “New World” shocked Europeans. The artistic forms of ancient Mexican civilization, especially the stepped pyramid standing in the rainforest, are still the cultural symbol of Mexico. But what attracts us more is the vigorous vitality of the current local culture here-this vitality is rich, bold and rooted in tradition, the most prominent of which is food.
In Mexico City, follow the guide on the subway to open all your senses and engage in local life. Explore the most authentic taco stalls, cafes and dessert shops, and roam food fairs and flower markets. Step into a secret private house built in the 17 th century and taste the hand-brewed spirits collected by the owner from remote villages across the country in the past decade. Each wine is unbranded, and the glass bottles are labeled with only the origin, vintage, and the name of the brewer. Like an old friend, have a drink together and listen to him share those untold stories. At night, there are also cocktail bars and night market snacks to satisfy your appetite.
For Cuba, where international routes are not convenient, it is a reasonable choice to travel with Mexico. Cuba is also full of strong folk vitality, and you can inadvertently meet hidden sounds, colors, lights and shadows. Different from the conventional route, we use food and art as clues to explore three regions with different personalities, and encounter unknown surprises from the perspective of local people. Visit artists clubs and jazz bars, explore cigar farms on horseback, taste country cuisine in farmhouses, snorkel in the Caribbean, and learn to make mojitos.
South America | Chile/Argentina Peru/Bolivia/Ecuador The wildness of the American continent is unmatched by other continents. This wildness is not only the roar of wilderness behemoths (cougar, jaguar, caiman), but also the afterglow of ancient Indian civilization and the blood shed brought by the conquerors of the great navigation era.
The “vassal separatist regime” in the pre-Inca period and the unified empire in the Inca period, although vulnerable to the guns of the Spanish conquistadors, However, it still created countless miracles in the fields of architecture, astronomy and agricultural planting, which were unmatched by other civilizations of the same era. And these legacies still exist to this day, which will amaze later generations.
Continuous tour with Peru and Bolivia is our first choice, which takes into account both nature and culture, and the development of travel industry is just right. In addition to the classic route, we also arrange niche experiences, such as attending tribal fairs, walking between villages and Inca ruins, experiencing handicrafts and tasting wine and food; Take an off-road vehicle for a three-day crossing of Salar de Uyuni, and stay at a desert hotel at an altitude of 4,200 meters. You can also hike Machu Picchu for eight days, stay in five warm hotels along the way, and slowly unveil the mystery of the Inca Empire.
For outdoor enthusiasts who love nature, Chile and Argentina are the most suitable. Visit the Atacama Desert, Chile’s Baine National Park and the Patagonian Plateau on the Argentine side through rich sports such as hiking, cycling and kayaking. On the way home every day, it is a wild luxury hotel in Shan Ye, tasting delicious food and wine, soaking in hot springs, and watching the night fall slowly outside the window. Besides the famous Atacama Desert and Bainei National Park, there are a series of secrets hidden in the Andes Mountains. Whether it’s no man’s land in northern Argentina, The mixed-race descendants of Spanish and Native Americans-traditional pastures and wildlife sanctuaries of the Gaucho people (tracking southern right whales, Magellanic penguins, elephant seals), or emerging wine estates can be used as the finishing touch and integrated into your travel route. Ecuador has two unique ecosystems, Galapagos Islands and Amazon Rainforest. The former is dry and vast, while the latter is humid and dense, each breeding different animal and plant species. Relying on luxury cruise ships and hotels, the comfort of travel experience has been greatly improved. We offer both live-boat and hotel versions of the itinerary to meet the different preferences of our guests. When it comes to Galapagos cruise selection, we eschewed popular large cruise brands and worked directly with three homegrown cruise ship owners. These cruise ships are not inferior to competing products in terms of hardware facilities. At the same time, each ship can receive no more than 20 guests, and each guide can serve up to ten guests, so that you can complete your exploration in a more private, in-depth and flexible way. Asia | Cambodia/Laos Sri Lanka/ Viet Nam Traveling with Cambodia and Laos is an ideal destination that can take into account both culture and leisure vacation. In addition to the classic Angkor Wat temples, we’ll take you on a visit to less visited Hindu sites; Explore the countryside with a combination of boat, ox cart and hiking, take a drink in the rice fields in the evening, and enjoy a candlelight dinner at the farmhouse at nightfall. And Luang Prabang, Laos The preserved old Indochina atmosphere has become a rare anomaly in today’s over-exploitation of tourism in Southeast Asia.
Similar to Sri Lanka, the energy contained in this island is as strong and colorful as tropical spices. We will feel the wildness and poetry of Ceylon from different angles such as culture, nature, animals, food and architecture, and breathe the wilderness atmosphere intertwined with tropical dense forests and waves. Stay in colonial-style private mansions, as well as hotels under the brands of Rolles Chateau and Aman.
Vietnam, which was deeply influenced by Chinese civilization in classical times, has embarked on a completely different path of social development since the Sino-Vietnamese War in 1979. On the soil of traditional culture, globalization innovation is becoming increasingly distinct, exuding a sense of novelty that is both familiar and unfamiliar. You’ll follow top guides and ride motorcycles and tricycles into night market stalls known only to locals; Take a luxury river ferry and go deep into Halong Bay for two days and one night to avoid the disturbance of mass tourists; Visit Hoi An and Hue, the two most iconic ancient cities. At the same time, Vietnam is also a high-quality seaside resort that is superior to Thailand but often overlooked.
Middle East | Jordan/Oman
Jordan, located in the northwest of the Arabian Peninsula, is not as dense as Egypt’s historical monuments, but its advantage lies in the integration of cultural and natural elements at the same time, and the overall experience is richer. Although the classic Amman-Petra-Wadi Rum Desert-Dead Sea route is difficult to completely jump out of the frame, we have made the following differentiated efforts on the premise of insisting on hiring the best motorcades and guides in the country.
During the trip, we abandoned the popular Jerash ruins and went deep into the desert eastern of Amman to visit the fortress ruins dating back to the Umayyad dynasty, the first hereditary dynasty of the Arab Empire, with exquisite murals inside. In the Wadi Ram Desert, stay in a tent camp known to only a few travelers and limited to twelve guests, and challenge to climb an 80-meter-high natural stone arch during the day.
Another less mentioned by tourists, Oman, will be the Middle East travel treasure of the next decade: it has a good reputation for safety and Rich landscapes (It is convenient to carry out a variety of outdoor sports), not only retains traditional Arab cultural customs, but also embraces international investment. It has a number of European and American luxury brand hotels and local hotels that meet the standards.
For non-Muslim tourists, it is easy to fall into the “Truman World” dilemma when traveling in Arab countries-although you are in the scenic spot, it is difficult for you to really get in touch with the local life and belief culture.
For this reason, we only employ Omani guides. They can not only solve the most basic language barriers, but also have a deep understanding of their own country’s culture and religion. For example, in the capital Muscat, You will follow a local guide who immigrated here from Lebanon in the 1960 s and explore the cultural story of this city. Through his rich network of people in the city, he got in touch with locals from all walks of life and learned about the social changes that have taken place in this country in the past sixty years.
Oceania | New Zealand Tower Island, Australia The southern hemisphere is entering spring at this time, Everything tired of the long winter is awakened by the breeze, and the clear streams shine and flow through the mountains and rivers. Wild and docile life breaks through the ground and blooms with vitality. It coincides with the off-season of tourism, so you can enjoy a more peaceful experience at a better price. The friendly and convenient visa process also adds a lot of points to this trip. We will explore mountains, rivers, lakes and seas and indulge in the comfort of the depths of nature by means of hiking, cycling, speedboat, kayaking, Feilada, helicopter and other interesting ways. At the same time, take food and wine as an opportunity, visit small and beautiful independent wineries, walk into taverns often visited by locals, and taste creative fusion cuisine. In Australia, you can get close to the unique species here, including the stupid wombat, the Tasmanian devil known as the “demon of Tasmania”, and the kangaroo, the shy companion you can often meet in the bushes.
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