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Africa

Africa is one of the most intriguing and fascinating continents on Earth, the third biggest after Asia and America. One single trip is not enough to get to know it completely, since it hosts a huge diversity of climates, ethnic groups, cultures and landscapes including deserts, savannas and rainforests.

The highest peaks in Africa are located in the area around the Rift Valley. Here it is possible to admire the high mountains of Ruwenzori Chain, Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya,  both extinct volcanoes with an ice cap. The Northern area of the continent hosts the largest desert in the world, the Sahara desert. Here the climate is Mediterranean with warm and dry summers and mild and humid winters.

Africa is famous for its diverse unique fauna, including several species of felines, monkeys, herbivorous animals and big herds of buffaloes, gnus, zebras, gazelles and many others. This makes it the perfect destination for a safari, in fact many travellers come here to view the Big 5 from up close in the great national parks, such as Kruger Park in South Africa, Chobe in Botswana, Arusha and Serengeti in Tanzania, just to name a few. Uganda and Rwanda are famous for trekking with mountain gorillas and chimps, endangered species that are close to the human kind.

The African population is made up of different ethnic groups, anyway two main groups can be distinguished, dividing the continent into White Africa, in the South, and Black Africa in the Sub-Saharan area. The spoken languages, most of them not official, are more than two thousand and vary from State to State, although the official languages are European due to past colonization. A trip to discover local populations, visiting villages, learning about customs and traditions of the African tribes, is an experience which leaves an indelible mark.

Are you willing to leave for Africa? Contact our local travel experts, choose your destination and take a safari or tailormade tour in Africa, it will be an unforgettable vacation.

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Asia

Asia is the largest and most popolous continent on Earth, it has 51 countries, and it is the only one washed by three different Oceans: Atlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean and Pacific Ocean.Given its extension, it boasts different natural landscapes and climates. Asia is home to highest mount on Earth: Mount Everest, but also the deepest point, the Challenger Deep, at the bottom of the Mariana Trench. It encompasses deserts, tropical climates and glacial areas. This is why the temperature can reach -70°C in the coldest regions, such as Siberia, but at the same time the termometer can signal +54°C in the hottest areas, such as the Lut Desert.

No matter what kind of vacation you are looking for, Asia has what you need. India will charm you with its deep religiousness, sacred Ganges River in Varanasi, Taj Mahal and the mysterious Khajuraho temples, the colorful cities of Rajasthan and Thar desert, Kerala backwaters and Goa beaches. Bhutan and Nepal will leave you breathless thanks to the silent monasteries perched on the mountains. Here you'll find the highest peaks in the world in the Himalaya range. And what shall we say about China, with the grand China Wall, and Japan, where the tradition of the samurai is still alive and the beautiful cherry trees blossoming in spring? There are plenty of places to be discovered here, guided by local experts.

South East Asia is a unique natural paradise, with ricefields, waterfalls, natural parks and dream beaches. Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Philippines, Indonesia and Bali: your holiday here will be unforgettable, thanks to the simple but warm hospitality of its inhabitants. Then there's Myanmar with Bagan temples, perfect for a balloon ride, Lake Inle with its fishermen, glimmering Yangon: former Burma is the ideal destination for anyone willing to encounter exotic populations and faraway cultures. Malaysia, boasting the perfect climate almost all year long, is perfect for a tailormade vacation combining wild nature, cosmopolitan cities (don't miss the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur!) and beautiful beaches.

And then Sri Lanka, the home of the relic of Buddha's sacred tooth. During your holiday in former Ceylon you'll get lost among ricefields, pristine nature, wildlife, including the elephants, and the bizarre Sigirya rock, an ancient fort in the shape of an elephant.

In Asia you can find the huge megalopolises, the largest and most modern in the world, for example in Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, China and South Korea, but on the other hand, here the last nomadic populations on Earth also live. We offer you the chance to stay in their households, for example in Mongolia, trying eagle hunting, or in Kyrgyzisthan, riding horses with the locals of Issyk -kul Lake, listening to their stories and joining their dances.

Whatever you expectations on this huge continent, Asia will exceed them all. Thanks to our local travel experts, you can create your own tailormade tour from scratch, even combining different destination. You'll truly experience the trip of a lifetime!

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Caribbean

The Caribbean can geographically be included in the countries surrounded by the Caribbean Sea, therefore all the islands belonging to the Antilles, an archipelago divided into Greater and Lesser Antilles and the coasts of some countries in South and Central America. These islands boast a moderate high temperature during the whole year, but between june and dicember they are subjected to tropical storm with high hurrican risks.

The majority of these islands has volcanic origin and boasts heterogeneus natural landscapes. In fact, it is possible to find dry areas but also lush vegetation with typical Caribbean royal palms.

Caribbean Islands were subjected to the colonization process, this is why the population mainly comes from the ancient African people that have been imported to work in the plantations and why the most common languages are European, as Spanish, English, French and Dutch. Even today it is possible to discover their colonial past, thanks to several evidences belonging to that period, especially in the architectonical field. Nowadays, many of these works are considered World Heritage Site by Unesco.

The main economical resources of the islands are the agriculture and coltivation of tobacco, tea, coffee and sugar, the mineral processing and tourism.

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Europe

Europe, also known as Old Continent, is one of the smallest continents on Earth, although it is one of the most populous. It includes 44 countries. It is formed by a continental and a peninsular area, its borders are defined by natural features: to the North there is the Arctic Ocean, to the West the Atlantic Ocean, to the South the Mediterranean Sea and the Black Sea, while it is separated from Asia by the Ural Mountains and the Ural River.

This geographical area is located in a temperate climate zone, the weather is quite homogeneus between all its countries. Moreover, although it boasts a rich varieties of natural beauties, including forests, mountain chains, hills, coasts and lakes, it does not features extreme conditions nor inaccessible and unhabitated areas such as deserts or ice caps.

Europe is well known also for its vast cultural heritage, basically every nation has its own history in arts, rich and well documented in many museums. As for architecture, the variety is absolutely unique with the latest trend-setting buildings, face-to-face with thousand-year old constructions, a contrast which can't be seen anywhere else.

The nice cilmate and a long tradition have also created a very wide range of world-class food and wine products, which you can discover with our custom made tours.

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Indian Ocean

Indian Ocean is the third largest Ocean on the Earth. It is completly located in the Oriental hemisphere and represents an importance trade route to connect Asia and Africa. Indeed, the main function of this ocean is to host relevant trade routes to exchange commercial goods among countries. The oil transport is one of these, thanks to the large reserves of hydrocarbons that this ocean bottom has.

 

In the Indian Ocean, the areas located in the North of equator are characterized by a weather influenced by monsoons, which often cause precipitations. While, the zones located in the south of equator are less windy, but more subject to summer storms. In addition, when the wind's directions change it is possible the cyclones' formation.

Although the high temperature of the Indian Ocean does not allow the production of plancton, and therefore the sealife is poor, this sea hosts more than 5000 species, some of them are endangered, as dugongs, turtles and whales.

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Latin America

Latin America is the geographical region belonging to the American continent colonized by Latin populations encompassing South and Central America. It is located in the Western hemisphere and mostly in the Southern hemisphere. Its borders are defined by the Pacific Ocean on the west, the Atlantic Ocean on the north and east and by the Caribbean Sea and the Panama Canal on the north-west.

Thanks to the large extension of the region, Latin America boasts different natural landscapes and climates. Here it is possible to find the highest waterfall in the world, Angel Falls in Venezuela, the largest river by volume, the Amazon River, the longest mountain range, the Andes, the Atacama Desert, the driest non-polar place on Earth, the widest rainforest, the Amazon Rainforest, and the highest commercially navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca.

The Caribbean, from Cuba to Jamaica, including Grenadines, British and American Virgin Islands, San Blas, Guadeloupe and many others, is famous for the beautiful beaches and crystal clear sea, the perfect destination for a totally relaxing holiday. But Latin America is also ideal for cultural vacations, discovering ancient Mayan, Inca and Aztec civilizations who have left imposing pyramids and archaeological areas in Guatemala, Mexico, Honduras and Belize, or also discovering colonial cities, where you can still breathe a certain European atmosphere.

Finally, if you are fascinated by high skyscrapers and 5-star luxury, here you'll also find plenty of big cities, from Mexico City in Mexico, to Rio de Janeiro in Brazil and Buenos Aires in Argentina.

Because South and Central America have been largely subject to colonization, the official languages are European, but inside the region there are also local idioms, such as Guarani language, especially in Paraguay.

The main source of earnings include mineral processing and agriculture. Tourism is considerably developing, thanks to the breath-taking landscapes and natural beauties as well as the important archaeological sites that attract many and many tourists.

Be guided around this marvelous region by our local travel experts who know it and love it because they were born here. They will help you arrange your tailormade tour according to your wishes. It will really be a dream holiday!

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Middle East

Awe-inspiring deserts, starry skies, fairytales palaces and glimmering mosques: welcome to the Middle East, the gateway to Asia, easily accessible from Europe and yet so different. Here you'll find Egypt, with its ancient pyramids, sphynxes, the peaceful flow of the Nile and the memory of the great pharaohs. But if you prefer a more relaxing vacation, here are also the beaches of Sharm El Sheik, with the resorts and the crystal clear sea, a perfect diving spot.

Iran, once known as Persia, is a triumph of colorful mosques and charming palaces: you will be amazed by cities like Shiraz, Isfahan and Yazd, getting lost in their squares and bazaars, while giant fountains and the multi-colored glass windows of religious buildings will leave you speechless. And what about Turkey? Istanbul is a city that has no rivals in terms of charm and beauty, from the Blue Mosque, or Hagia Sophia, to Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar. Fly over the moon landscape of Cappadocia on a hot-air balloon: you'll never forget the emotions you'll feel.

If you are charmed by the idea of exploring the places mentioned in the Bible on your tour, then Israel is your ideal destination. This troubled land, meeting point of the three great religions, is a challenging trip, for those who want to put their certainties to the test. Jerusalem with the Weeping Wall is an unmissable starting point, then let yourself be overwhelmed by the lively atmosphere of Tel Aviv, travel to the Dead Sea and be enraptured by klezmer music and the ancient Hebrew culture.

In nearby Jordan the ruins of Petra and the marvelous city carved in the rocks await, together with Wadi Rum desert and Mount Nebo, where Moses is thought to be buried. If you are looking for a rejuvenating hassle-free vacation, there is glamorous Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, with its huge skyscrapers, the 5-star hotels, the belly-dancers and majestic Burj Khalifa. Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait and Oman are also ideal destinations for relaxing vacations, between fabulous beaches and desert safaris, maybe with a camel ride to top it off.

The Middle East, or Near East, will also tempt you with its cuisine, thanks to the many culinary traditions making this region unique. Taste the typical kebabs and sweet baklawa in Turkey, while the Hebrew cuisine is closely related to religion: the food that can be consumed by a Hebrew according to the Torah is called Kosher or Kasher. In Israel you won't resist to hummus, cous cous, falafel and Purim pastry. All across the Middle East the taboulè is quite popular, a dish which is served as a starter, probably from Lebanon, made of salad, aromatic herbs, tomatoes and onions.

It won't be difficult to be fascinated by the magic, sounds and flavours of the Middle East: follow the tips of our travel experts, choose the most suitable destination for you, design your dream tailormade tour from scratch and discover the secrets of this magnificent and mysterious land, bordering Asia, Europe and Africa. 

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Oceania

Oceania, also known as the New Continent for being the last continent discovered by the European, is the smallest continent on Earth and also the less populous, after Antarctica. It is composed by 14 countries.

It is ideologically divided into four main regions, including Australia and New Zeland, Micronesia, Melanesia and Polynesia. The three main islands are characterized by mountain chains, the highest peaks are located in New Guinea, they are Puncak Jaya and Mount Wilhelm, followed by other mountains belonging to the Alps of New Zeland and Australia.

Although Oceania is not very large, it boasts four different climatic zones. Near the tropic there is a tropical climate with moderate temperature, in North Australia and New Guinea there is a tropical humid climate, while the interior of Australia is characterized by a dry climate and the coasts feature y a temperate climate. These conditions allowed the diffusion of different typologies of flora. Indeed, it is possible to find tropical plants and eucalyptus, as well as evergreen forests and rainforests. Oceania is also famous for being home to some rare animals, such as kangaroo, koala and dingo.

As for economy, the main source of earnings is agriculture, especially of cereals and the processing of wool. Also tourism plays a big role for the economy of this country, especially in the islands of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia.

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