Corcovado is at once Costa Rica’s best-kept secret and the crown jewel of its national parks. Incredibly rich in flora and fauna, this is one place where spotting an elusive jaguar is possible. The comfortable lodge puts you in the heart of tropical wilderness with easy access to virgin rainforest, waterfalls and beaches. And it’s easy to catch a flight to the biodiversity of the Osa Peninsula and keep the adventure going—photographers and nature lovers rejoice!

Ankles sore from too many bungee jumps and volcano treks? Maybe it’s time to stop and smell the Frangipani. Costa Rica specializes in adventure but this beach break is all about relaxing and recharging in style. Let us take care of transportation and the hotel, you just focus on taking it easy. Guanacaste is an eternity away from crowded trails or city streets, so melt into that deck chair poolside, grab a drink from the bar and maybe—but only if you’re up to it—contemplate the sun melting into the sea.

To some, Dubai is a gaudy desert boomtown with a thing for outlandish architecture. And Oman? Where's Oman? Savvy visitors know there’s more to these unique places than skyscrapers and sand. Our brief journey to this part of the world brings you deep into a side of these countries rarely explored by visitors. Here, you’ll discover traditional markets unlike anything in the big city, dine and sleep under the stars with Bedouins and explore the laid back port paradise of Muscat. With an appetizer this good, you’ll want the full course, too.

Delve into legendary Alexandria, Egypt's capital for a millennium, and once home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Wander the Roman amphitheatres, palaces and catacombs of Egypt's gateway to the Mediterranean. Starting from Cairo, spend a day and a half exploring Alexandria's Greek, Roman and Byzantine history, in one of the greatest cities of the Hellenic world.

In the heart of the land of the Masai people, Amboseli National Park is a photographer's paradise thanks to the abundant wildlife such as lions, cheetahs, rhinos, and buffalo roaming under the shadows of majestic Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa's tallest peak. With its large concentration of African elephants, Amboseli National Park is a fantastic choice for a truly breathtaking camping safari, in front of the world's finest photographic backdrop.

Spot big game on this safari over the open plains of Amboseli National Park, returning in the evenings to the comfort of your own luxury tent. With the cone of Kilimanjaro as your backdrop, head out in search of lions, elephants, rhino and other large animals, and meet the famous semi-nomadic Masai on a village visit. Enjoy Africa at its best, in one of Kenya's classic (and most breathtaking) parks.

Built over a period of 400 years by a number of different rulers and covering an area of more than 400 sq km, the temple complex of Angkor Wat was only rediscovered 150 years ago. This magnificent site holds incredible structures and sculptures from the Khmer Empire and is one of the most important archaeological sites in South East Asia. With its beautiful gardens, stone carvings, and endless photo opportunities, a visit to magical and mysterious UNESCO World Heritage Angkor will remain with you forever.

Most trips concentrate on seeing and doing things. On this one, creating and tasting take centre-stage. Perfect as an add-on for a longer South American trip, this brief adventure in Buenos Aires and its surrounds introduces you to the culinary delights of Argentina by giving you the chance to make them yourself. Visit a Planeterra-sponsored culinary school for youth during the day, then take in a tango performance and hit BA’s legendary club scene by night. The secret ingredient in this awesome recipe? You.

Wake up to the Amazon jungle—with a bird's eye view! Spend four days and three nights at the amazing Ariau Towers, the Amazon's only treetop hotel. Squirrel monkeys and macaws are frequent visitors to this unique hotel that features endless raised walkways though the jungle. Roam the jungle paths or explore by boat—or simply turn your chair and enjoy a wildlife-filled Amazon adventure from your unique hotel.

Welcome to the driest place on earth. Explore a desert 50 times drier than California's Death Valley, where salt lakes stretch for miles and mummies are preserved for millennia—the Atacama's predate Egyptian mummies by 2000 years! Add to this a bizarre combination of high altitude wetlands and volcanoes, and you've got a mix like nowhere on earth.

Ecuador is world-renowned for its volcanoes, whether you're scaling them with an ice axe or simply admiring them from a distance. Starting and ending in Quito you'll spend eight days following the volcano trail by car to get up close to some of the country's finest—snow-capped and active (Cotopaxi), green (Cuicocha), water-filled (Quilotoa) and extinct (Cayambe). In funky Baños you'll enjoy the upside to all this volcanic activity—hot springs—before ending in Quito.

If ever there was a top ten list, learning to surf in Brazil would be on it. Surfing is not just a sport, but a way of life; hang-ten and catch a wave on this compact four-day program, designed to teach you the basics of surfing and its unique counter-culture. Our beach of choice is Praia Arpoador, nestled between its more famous neighbours, Ipanema and Copacabana right in the heart of Rio de Janeiro.

Dance, drink and eat your way around the most sophisticated European city in South America—Buenos Aires. Get to know the city everyone loves to love, as you tour colourful La Boca, funky Palermo, bohemian San Telmo and swanky Recoleta—home to Eva Peron's tomb. Enjoy a tango show before a free day to explore the 'Paris of the Americas' on your own or dance the night away in the smoky milongas (tango houses). Don't forget to indulge in possibly the best beef in the world!

Travel from Quito to the Amazon and La Casa del Suizo Lodge. Located on the shore of the Napo River, it’s a stone’s throw away from the eastern slopes of the Andes and overlooks vast expanses of lush primary rainforest. The lodge is a comfortable base from which to explore and canoe, bird watch or swim. See traditional hunting traps, try shooting a blowgun, visit an animal rescue centre or just enjoy the sunset over the Napo.

Travel from Quito with a stop at Papallacta hot springs, to the tranquil Amazonian refuge of La Casa del Suizo Lodge, located on the shore of the majestic Napo River. A stone’s throw away from the eastern slopes of the Andes and overlooking vast expanses of lush primary rainforest, the lodge is a comfortable base from which to explore the jungle, whether you're hiking, canoeing, bird watching or swimming. See traditional hunting traps, try shooting a blowgun, visit an animal rescue centre or just enjoy the sunset over the lodge's magnificent panorama of the Napo.

Visit the fascinating city of Chiang Mai, 'The Rose of the North', a thriving metropolis with many points of interest to visitors and a less hectic alternative to the capital. Explore ancient temples, ride on top of a gentle elephant and delve into Thai culture and traditions in lush, mountainous scenery. Visit indigenous hilltribe communities for a glimpse into traditional life and then venture by boat to the threshold of three different countries—the Golden Triangle—where the borders of Thailand, Burma (Myanmar) and Laos meet.

Trek through the hills surrounding Chiang Mai and meet local people, known collectively as hilltribes, who have made their homes on these slopes. They have lived in peace and without modern conveniences for many years; a visit to these traditional communities is like travelling back to a simpler time. Learn about jungle food and the local way of life, and ride an elephant through the forest. After all that exertion, recline on a bamboo raft and float downriver, giving the friendly locals a wave as you drift past them going about their daily lives.

Come marinate in the land of the vine. One of the New World's winemaking success stories, Chile has quickly become the powerhouse of South American wine producers. Find out why on this four-day break, including a tour of vibrant Santiago. Enjoy a full day of winery visits and tasting—learn more about the vintner's craft and taste vintages at the source. Enjoy the rugged Pacific coast during our visit to Valparaiso and Viña del Mar.

Head for the clouds—cloud forest, that is. Experience it from your lodge in the middle of the Mindo forest, sitting at a comfortable 1200m in altitude. Try river tubing, rappelling, hiking or horseback riding, or just take a more relaxed pace enjoying the jungle atmosphere. The Mindo area is known for its mind-boggling bird watching and more orchids than you thought possible.

Hit two of Costa Rica's signature spots: First, head for the outdoor adventure playground around active Arenal Volcano and take advantage of everything from world-class rafting to rivers of volcano-heated hot springs. Next, head to the beaches of Guanacaste, Costa Rica's northwest coast, known for dry sunny weather all year round, killer surf and beaches that stretch for miles.