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An Exceptional Adventure through Rajasthan
An Exceptional Adventure through Rajasthan

Visiting such a famous region of India I felt I knew what to expect and, in all honesty, was a little nervous about the “assault on the senses” I was told was ahead of me. Being from the countryside, this didn’t sound too appealing, but what I found was worlds away from what I had […]

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  • Katie Dalrymple-Hamilton
  • 25th March 2025
ZAMBIA – A Wildlife Lovers Paradise
ZAMBIA – A Wildlife Lovers Paradise

Zambia is often overlooked as a safari destination which, for the cognoscenti, adds to it’s appeal… Zambia holds unique appeal for the discerning safari afficionato. It excels in delivering classic safari experiences, with a focus on wildlife and exceptional guides. While a handful of modern and luxurious lodges do exist, the preferred accommodations are the […]

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  • Katie Dalrymple-Hamilton
  • 19th July 2024
Conservation: Behind the Scenes
Conservation: Behind the Scenes

A unique hands on conservation insight on one of South Africa’s largest Private Game Reserves.  Discover what it takes to sustain and conserve a Private Wilderness area in South Africa on a once in a lifetime opportunity. Join leading conservationists and gain hands on experiences of how they put safeguards in place to protect the […]

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  • Katie Dalrymple-Hamilton
  • 18th June 2024

Posts from the past

WHATS NEW FOR 2024?
Whilst we do not believe “new” means “better”, we naturally keep an eye on the movers and shakers in The Exceptional Travel world. We are delighted to see a number of exclusive use properties opening up in some of...
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Safari Hides
Hides are a fantastic addition to a safari experience. Whether they are in camp or in the bush, hides enable you to sit quietly, in exhilarating proximity to the wildlife, completely undetected. Strategically placed to gain the best sightings...
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Exclusive Use Properties Around The World
“Exclusive Use” accommodation does not have to mean self-catered. In fact, it can be opposite! The joy of Exclusive Use is the ability to take all your favourite elements from a hotel stay, including the expert team, then close...
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6 Luxury Hotels that take Farm to Fork Dining Seriously
“Farm to Fork” is an increasingly fashionable trend amongst luxury hotels, but many can fall short on delivery. So, we have curated a small collection of some of our favourite properties around the world that incorporate local cuisine as...
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‘We’re Not Sharing!’
While hotels have their obvious advantages, if you prefer a more private holiday experience, a catered house on an exclusive basis could well be the right choice for you and your party. Eschewing endless restaurant choices for personalised menus,...
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Introducing the NEW Pods at The Lindis
The pods at New Zealand‘s The Lindis offer guests a truly unique accommodation experience. Nestled gently into the landscape — out of sight but only a stone’s throw from the main lodge, these cosy, compact structures bring the environment...
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Our Favourite Tree Houses
Here is a look at two of the most exceptional tree houses in South Africa and Costa Rica, click on the property name to take you to it’s dedicated page and find out more: The Kingston Treehouse, Lion Sands,...
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Our Favourite Luxury Tented Camps
Here is a look at some of the most exceptional tented camps around the world, click on the camp name to take you to it’s dedicated page and find out more: Hoanib Valley Camp, Namibia This new camp opened...
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A happy guest returns from Zambia
Renowned wildlife photographer Paul Joynson Hicks lead a small group of four guests to Zambia's South Luangwa National Park recently, and they sent in some examples of the fantastic shots they took whilst on safari.
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October Half Term
You may well be all set for the summer, whether you are planning to make your way to The Maldives, settle in Scotland, pop over the pond or wind your way down to the West Country, but have you...
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Beautiful Botswana
Head of African sales Lukey Bourne returns from Botswana where she visited a selection of the best camps in the Okvanago Delta. Read her full trip report here.
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