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Polar Exploration with Quark
During this time of reflection while we all remain local, it may be time to update your bucket list. One of our recommendations would be a polar expedition with Quark Expeditions. Quark is uncompromisingly polar, specializing in expeditions to the Antarctic and the Arctic. They have been the leading provider of polar adventure travel for… Read More
Award Winning Photo at Camp Jabulani
Recently, the lovely Kent family took a trip with Esplanade to South Africa. They came away with much more than memorable experiences – their 12-year-old son, Gabe, took a photo that ended up winning an award! The below picture taken by Gabe won an honorary mention at the Duxbury Art Association‘s Winter Juried Art Show.… Read More
Client Testimonial: Antarctica with Hurtigruten
While summer travel may be on hold for now, it’s never too early to start planning for an Antarctic adventure. The sailing season to Antarctica goes from November to March and spots fill up quickly, with some travelers planning 1+ years in advance. Esplanade clients Eloise and John P. are lucky enough to have now… Read More
Exciting News from MalaMala
We are pleased to announce that MalaMala, one of the largest private game reserves in Southern Africa, is holding their 2020 rates for 2021, applicable for the duration of 2021. There is no better time to book your safari for later this year into 2021. Game viewing at MalaMala is unrivaled and the camp is… Read More
Jill’s Beloved South Africa
South Africa is a place I have been returning to every year – for the last 20 years! Time in the bush has a way of making the rest of the world seem a little less important just for a while. We have entered their world and it is truly a humbling experience. When I… Read More
Australia Still Open for Business
While bushfires are a regular occurrence in Australia, this fire season was particularly devastating. Our hearts go out to the families and communities who were impacted by the bushfires and our gratitude for the frontline services facing the fires head-on cannot be expressed deeply enough. The travel industry is rallying around this beautiful and resilient… Read More
Client Testimonial: Peru – “One of the BEST Vacations”
Tess Holman recently had the pleasure of planning a trip for three travelers to Peru. They covered the country from Machu Picchu to Lake Titicaca to the Amazon Rainforest! Read more about their trip below. We just got back and I can hardly put into words how amazing our trip was! Everything about it was… Read More
Air New Zealand September 2019 Sale
Is New Zealand on your bucket list? Have you ever imagined yourself visiting the natural beauty of Milford Sound, exploring the adventure capital of Queenstown or sipping wine on Waiheke Island? Well, now is the time to make it a reality! Esplanade Travel is happy to announce that Air New Zealand flights from the United… Read More
The “New” MalaMala
Our recent trip to Africa took us to the newly refurbished MalaMala. Always our favorite camp in the Sabi Sand, MalaMala has made this superb camp even better. The suites have beautiful new furnishings and spectacular bathrooms with double sinks, indoor and outdoor showers, a huge bath tub and loo. Although laundry is done daily… Read More