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Postcards From...

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Ellie Jones

2nd June 2026

We don't just craft extraordinary journeys - we experience them. Our specialists have personally explored each of our destinations, shaping the years of planning behind every aspect of our holidays. Here, they share their latest adventures....

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We’re delighted to welcome you to the latest issue of Journeys Magazine from the team at Distant Journeys, bringing you travel inspiration and stories from our escorted tours.

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The Long and Short of it

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Ellie Jones

2nd June 2026

Since time is precious, our carefully designed tours ensure that each moment matters – whether your ...

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All aboard... Iconic rail journeys around the world

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Ellie Jones

30th April 2026

There is something timeless about rail travel. It captures the imagination, conjuring images of gran ...

Our blog posts

6 min

Spotlight on… Sri Lanka, where ‘a warm welcome’ awaits

Ellie Jones

26th April 2023

Recently, one of our co-founders visited ‘The Pearl of the Indian Ocean’, Sri Lanka, and described it as “one of the most breathtaking count...

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Things to Do in Hanoi | Hanoi Travel Guide

27th March 2023

Welcome to our Hanoi travel guide, where we uncover the rich tapestry of culture, history, and adventure awaiting you in Vietnam's vibrant c...

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4 min

Famous Movies Filmed in Sydney, Australia

Kath Morris

11th March 2020

Hollywood is not just the only place where massive blockbusters are filmed – these days you’ll see film crews seeking out the world’s most u...

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8 min

6 ways to discover Wanaka, New Zealand

Kath Morris

28th February 2020

The gateway to the Southern Alps and the Mount Aspiring National Park, Wanaka is a lively town set on the edge of its namesake lake on New Z...

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3 min

6 Game Reserves & Safaris Near Cape Town

Helen Goggin

14th February 2020

Famous for its busy harbour and the iconic Table Mountain which stands behind it, Cape Town is in fact one of three capital cities in South ...

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Places in Vietnam for nature lovers

Sara Harris

31st January 2020

The nature in Vietnam has made the country one of the most popular to visit in Asia, along with its food, culture and people. From pristine ...

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4 min

6 unmissable sights when visiting China

Sara Harris

22nd January 2020

With the world’s biggest population, China is one of the world’s most fascinating countries, its billions of people having created a rich hi...

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3 min

Best Yarra Valley Wineries in Australia

Kath Morris

27th December 2019

Around an hour outside of Melbourne, you’ll find one of the finest wine regions in all of Australia: the Yarra Valley. The Yarra Valley wine...

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6 min

New Zealand: Christmas Holidays

Kath Morris

20th December 2019

To quote Andy Williams, it’s the most wonderful time of the year, with Christmas just a few short weeks away. While we’re donning our Christ...

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6 min

Ways to Celebrate the New Year in Australia

Kath Morris

18th December 2019

Another year has just flown by and in just a few short weeks, we’ll be marking the end of another decade and welcoming in 2020. Australia is...

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3 min

Christmas in China: Exploring Festive Customs and City Lights

Sara Harris

13th December 2019

The Christmas spirit now reaches almost every corner of the globe. Whilst \nChina\n is traditionally not a Christian nation, in recent years...

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4 min

Christmas Traditions in Australia: Sun, Sand, and Spectacular Celebrations

Kath Morris

6th December 2019

Christmas has quickly crept up on us once again and it’s now just around the corner, with plenty of festive events filling up the calendar a...

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Blog Destinations

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Alaska

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Argentina

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Australia

Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest Monastery), Paro, Bhutan

Bhutan

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Borneo

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Botswana

Christ the Redeemer, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Brazil

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Cambodia

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Canada

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Chile

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China

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Costa Rica

Taj Mahal, Agra, India

India

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Japan

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Kenya

Sossusvlei, Namibia

Namibia

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Nepal

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New Zealand

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Peru

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South Africa

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Sri Lanka

Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco

USA

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Uzbekistan

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Vietnam

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Zimbabwe

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