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Costa Rica Open to US Travelers
The Esplanade team is excited to share that as of November 1st, Costa Rica will welcome all travelers from the United States (currently, there are restrictions for certain states). Diverse biospheres, warm beaches, friendly people, and a short plane ride all add to Costa Rica’s appeal, making it an ideal getaway this cold winter season. All… Read More
Esplanade’s Favorite Animals
This week the Esplanade team wanted to look back on our favorite animals we have seen while traveling and share some interesting facts! One of Jill’s and Hattie’s favorite animals are elephants. Jill loves witnessing elephant herds while on game drives in South Africa. Hattie was first introduced to Asian elephants in Sri Lanka on a game… Read More
Exploring Middle Earth within New Zealand
This week International Hobbit Day was celebrated across Middle Earth and beyond on September 22nd. From The Shire to Mount Doom on the North Island and the Misty Mountains to the Pillars of the Kings on the South Island, Peter Jackson discovered Middle Earth within New Zealand to bring Toilkien’s famous novels to life. North… Read More
An Affordable Soaring Namibia Safari
We typically think of a safari excursion on ground in a vehicle, however there is another way to do it – by plane! Appreciate the vast landscapes and stunning wildlife that is home to Namibia by sitting high up in the sky. With a few short flights you can cover all areas from dunes and… Read More
Adventure is [STILL] Out There
We at Esplanade have personally felt the affects of international travel being on hold, and while sometimes it feels like we’re all a bit stuck in the mud, we decided to look back on some of our own daring adventures. So come take the plunge into exciting thrills with us virtually, we can’t wait to… Read More
Why You Should Add Croatia To Your Bucket List
I was supposed to travel to Croatia last March, but like so many others unfortunately my trip was canceled due to the pandemic. Regardless, Croatia is still on my bucket list and here is why it should be added to yours! Croatia is a Mediterranean coastal country with beautiful scenery and beaches, a fascinating history,… Read More
Client Testimonial: Tahitian Escape
While travel to many destinations is on hold right now, there are a few countries whose borders are open to Americans. Ksusha’s clients Vince and Lindsay K. had booked their trip to French Polynesia before the pandemic and were lucky to still make their Tahitian escape a reality. Read on about their safe experience traveling… Read More
Reconnect to Africa
During this time of uncertainty it helps to take your mind elsewhere with a book, film, or simply your imagination. We’ve highlighted our favorite destinations in Africa for you to read through and visualize your dream safari or desert experience! Botswana: Visiting Botswana is truly an out of world experience. It is home to… Read More
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