G is for Guatemala: volcano views & Maya stories

Guatemala is all about volcano silhouettes at sunrise, mirror‑calm lakes and colourful markets.

Antigua for cobbled streets, baroque churches and rooftop bars with volcano backdrops

Lake Atitlán for villages, craft markets, kayaking and yoga decks by the water

Tikal for ancient Maya temples rising from the rainforest canopy

Local markets like Chichicastenango for textiles, flowers and living Maya culture

Great for travellers who enjoy a blend of history, scenery and everyday life.

H is for Hawaii: aloha spirit & island variety

Hawaii blends emerald cliffs, lava landscapes and palm‑fringed beaches with that gentle aloha spirit.:

Oahu for Honolulu, Waikiki, surf culture and Pearl Harbor

Maui for beaches, the Road to Hana and Haleakalā sunrise

Kauai for Na Pali Coast hikes, rivers and lush valleys

Island of Hawaii (Big Island) for Volcanoes National Park, black‑sand beaches and world‑class stargazing

Perfect for those who want a mix of beach, light adventure and distinctive island culture.

I is for Indonesia (Beyond Bali)

Indonesia is a thousand‑island adventure where Bali is just the beginning.

Java for temples like Borobudur and Prambanan and sunrise at volcanoes like Bromo

Lombok for quieter beaches, waterfalls and views of Mount Rinjani

Flores for remote island life and coastal journeys

Komodo and Rinca for dragon encounters (always responsibly and with rangers) plus superb snorkelling

Ideal for travellers curious to go “beyond Bali” and see different sides of Indonesia.

J is for Japan: temples, trains & seasons

Japan mixes lantern‑lit streets, bullet trains, steaming hot springs and forests of torii gates.

 Tokyo for neighbourhoods, food, gardens and neon nights

Kyoto for temples, tea houses, geisha districts and bamboo groves

Hakone or Kawaguchiko for hot springs and Mount Fuji views

Mountain towns like Takayama or Kanazawa for a slower, traditional feel

Spring brings cherry blossom, autumn brings fiery foliage, and both are magical.

K is for Kenya: safari & coast

Kenya is sunrise over the savannah, acacia silhouettes, elephants in front of Kilimanjaro and the soft sands of the Indian Ocean.

Safari in the Masai Mara for big cats and, in season, the Great Migration

Add Amboseli for elephants and mountain views

Include Laikipia or Samburu for unique northern species and conservancy stays

Finish on Diani or another stretch of the Kenyan coast for palm‑fringed beaches and dhow trips

Perfect for a classic safari‑and‑beach journey.

L is for Laos: the gentle side of Southeast Asia

Laos is misty mountains at dawn, golden temples, slow boats and one of the most relaxed rhythms in Southeast Asia.

Luang Prabang (a real favourite) for temples, waterfalls and Mekong sunsets

Vang Vieng for limestone karsts, rivers and soft adventure

Southern Laos and the 4,000 Islands for hammocks, river life and waterfalls

Wonderful for travellers who like quiet, contemplative journeys with plenty of charm.